Internship - Paid
6 - 10 weeks
May - August
May lead to part time or full time placement

Who are we?
Code Ninjas is the nation’s fastest-growing kids coding franchise. In our center, kids ages 5- 17 learn to code in a fun, non-intimidating way – by playing and building video games they love. Kids have a blast and can’t wait to come back. Parents are thrilled as their children gain confidence and new skills, including coding, math, logic, and problem-solving, as they progress from white to black belt. Our core promise is: Kids have fun, parents see results. We believe in these words so much that they’re written on the walls of our center.

What are we looking for?
We are seeking a Code Sensei to join our team of dynamic, energetic, forward-thinking individuals working toward a common goal: providing a fun and safe learning environment for children. Our Senseis are the lifeblood of our Code Ninjas center, responsible for engaging students, delivering curriculum, and fostering a love for coding and technology.

Are you experienced in working with children? Do you enjoy teaching and building problem-solving skills in young engineering minds? Have you mentored youth? Do you have a passion for coding, gaming, robotics, AI, and application development? If so, this could be the role for you!

Responsibilities include:

Training – Go through the curriculum and master it to effectively teach students.
Create a positive and safe environment in which students can grow and develop their coding skills.
Teach coding languages including JavaScript, C#, Python, and additional technologies used in gaming, robotics, AI, and application development.
Work with children to determine and improve their skill sets while keeping them engaged and motivated.
Provide feedback to parents on student progress during tours, training sessions, and as needed.
Assist with robotics, coding and AI development activities to enhance students' learning experiences.
Lead Code Ninjas Camps and Training Sessions
Support marketing, operations, or IT initiatives by completing an intern project that contributes to center growth and efficiency.
Follow opening/closing procedures and maintain a clean dojo environment per corporate standards.
Report weekly to the Center Assistant Manager on student progress and engagement.
Report daily to the Center Manager regarding dojo activities and productivity.
Represent Code Ninjas culture and brand positively to generate creativity and innovation.

Qualifications:

Experience working with children ages 5+ (mentoring, coaching, tutoring, etc.).
Teaching, mentoring, or child care experience preferred.
Strong knowledge of or experience with coding and technology, including JavaScript, C#, Python, and robotics programming.
Interest in gaming, AI, robotics, and application development.
Ability to work collaboratively with others in a team environment.
Enthusiastic and fun personality; must enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with changing requirements.
Ability to complete and present an intern project related to marketing, operations, or IT within the duration of the internship.
Prefer Bachelor Degree Seeking Students in the following domains: Marketing, Computer Science, Game Development, Analytics, and Teaching
Must have ability to commute/travel to locations and able to work at all locations in the Jacksonville/Saint Augustine Area.

Schedules:

Part-Time = 20 hours per week
Full-Time = 30 – 45 hours per week

Available Shifts:

Camps – AM Sessions = 8 AM – 1 PM
Camps – PM Sessions = 12 PM – 5 PM
Create – Evening Sessions = 4 PM – 8 PM
Full Day = 8 AM – 5 PM
Full Day = 12 PM – 8 PM

Our center is open Monday through Saturday, and hours may vary.

If you’re passionate about coding, working with kids, and fostering the next generation of tech leaders, apply today to become a Code Sensei at Code Ninjas!

ABOUT US

Code Ninjas® is the world’s largest and fastest-growing kids coding franchise, with hundreds of locations in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Founded in 2016, our company is headquartered in Houston, TX. At our centers, kids learn to code while building their own video games. Kids have fun, parents see results®.

Code Ninjas is creating the problem solvers of tomorrow. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to unlock their full potential. Educating our youth in coding provides them with the problem-solving skills and self-esteem to pursue their dreams.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Code Ninjas Corporate.

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