Fall 2026
Program Administration Intern
Updated on 9/3/2026
After School Matters
501-1,000 employees
Provides paid out-of-school programs for teens
Compensation Overview
$18/hr
Chicago, IL, USA
In Person
Cook County residency is required; travel to After School Matters sites may be needed.
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- A high school degree or equivalency is required.
- Cook County residency is required.
- Ability to travel to After School Matters sites as needed.
- Strong relationships with students at the school to facilitate recruitment.
- Strong customer service skills to field student and teen questions.
- Attention to detail and organizational skills to enter teen attendance reliably and promptly and track teen documents.
- Ability to troubleshoot in emergencies while supporting teens.
- Assist the High School Connection Coordinator with in-school recruitment efforts, provide teen application assistance, and enroll and drop teens in Cityspan and/or CPS ASPEN when possible and needed.
- Gather weekly attendance forms and teen documents and enter attendance in Cityspan and/or CPS ASPEN each week to ensure teens are eligible for stipends.
- Complete pre- and post-field-trip procedures for school programs, including submitting Program Enhancement requests and check requests.
- Serve as one of the contacts for parents regarding programmatic and stipend inquiries.
- Read and respond to ASM communications within two business days to support programs with up-to-date guidance.
- Assist High School Connection staff in the classroom as needed.
- Send reminder messages to teens and parents regarding attendance and programming.
- Support a safe and welcoming program space at the school.
- Provide logistical support for teen attendance, documents, and payroll.
- Visit the school's programs regularly and support instructors with lesson demonstrations, small-group work, or one-on-one support for teens.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the High School Connection Coordinator.
After School Matters runs paid, hands-on after-school programs for Chicago teens in arts, leadership, sports, and STEM, delivered through schools, parks, libraries, community centers, and ASM facilities. Teens enroll in structured opportunities, complete activities, and receive stipends on program completion, with funding from donations, grants, and partnerships. This approach emphasizes community-based, paid experiences rather than tuition-based or classroom-only models, helping teens gain work readiness and college preparation. The goal is to empower Chicago teens by providing meaningful out-of-school experiences that build talents and critical life skills for work, higher education, and beyond.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
Founded
1991
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Bank of America granted $1 million in December 2025, validating donor momentum.
- Spring 2026 raised teen stipends $25-$75, boosting enrollment and completion incentives.
- Illinois FY2026 funding reached $12 million, and Chicago restored afterschool cuts in 2026.
What critics are saying
- Illinois FY27 budget cuts ASM to $8 million, forcing tighter staffing and fewer slots.
- ASM still depends on city, state, and donor funding; one pullback hits teen stipends immediately.
- A sustained funding collapse would force ASM to shrink Chicago coverage and abandon stipends.
What makes After School Matters unique
- 2026: ASM pays Chicago teens stipends, combining workforce training with accessible enrichment.
- By 2026, ASM runs 350+ sites across Chicago, unmatched neighborhood density.
- Orleans Teen Center opened in 2026, expanding dedicated teen-only facilities beyond Lutz and Gately.
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