Program Manager Intern

Company:
Benana - Free & Open Source AI ERP for Schools & Colleges

Location:
Remote

Duration:
6 months

Stipend:
₹5,000 - ₹10,000 per month (based on experience and performance)

Application Deadline:
Rolling basis

About Benana

Benana is revolutionizing educational technology with the world's first truly universal, AI-first school ERP platform. Built with Go for blazing performance and featuring our revolutionary FastConfig technology, we're creating a new paradigm where any school or college worldwide can deploy enterprise-grade management software in just 10 minutes—completely free.

We're not just building software; we're disrupting the entire educational technology ecosystem by eliminating licensing costs, vendor lock-in, and the extractive business models that have drained resources from actual teaching and learning.

The Opportunity

Join our mission to liberate educational institutions from expensive, restrictive software solutions. As our Program Manager Intern, you'll be at the forefront of coordinating cross-functional initiatives that will shape the future of educational technology for millions of students and educators worldwide.

What You'll DoStrategic Program Coordination

• Support the planning and execution of Benana's MVP launch (January 2026)
• Coordinate between development, community, and business teams to ensure project milestones are met
• Track and report on key program metrics and deliverables
• Assist in managing the development roadmap and feature prioritization

Community Program Management

• Help grow and engage our 500+ educator waitlist
• Support Discord community management and engagement initiatives
• Coordinate with our template contributor network to expand our 50+ template library
• Assist in organizing virtual events, webinars, and community meetups

Process Optimization

• Document and improve cross-team workflows and processes
• Support the implementation of agile methodologies across different workstreams
• Help streamline communication channels between technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Contribute to project management tool optimization and team productivity

Go-to-Market Support

• Assist in coordinating marketing campaigns and product launches
• Support partnership development initiatives with educational institutions
• Help manage relationships with early adopters and beta testers
• Contribute to content strategy for developer and educator outreach

What We're Looking ForEssential Qualifications

• Currently pursuing or recently completed degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Computer Science, or related field
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Passion for education and/or open source technology
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently in a remote environment

Preferred Experience

• Previous internship or project experience in program/project management
• Familiarity with agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
• Experience with project management tools (Jira, Asana, Notion, etc.)
• Understanding of open source development workflows
• Interest in EdTech or educational institutions
• Community management or engagement experience

Technical Comfort

• Basic understanding of software development lifecycles
• Comfort working with technical teams and understanding technical requirements
• Ability to learn and adapt to new tools quickly
• GitHub familiarity (preferred but not required)

What You'll GainReal-World Experience

• Hands-on program management experience in a fast-growing open source project
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies (Go, AI, cloud infrastructure)
• Understanding of startup operations and product development cycles
• Cross-functional collaboration experience with global remote teams

Professional Development

• Mentorship from experienced program managers and technical leaders
• Opportunity to contribute to a revolutionary product reaching thousands of educational institutions
• Portfolio projects demonstrating impact on product development and community growth
• Network within the open source and EdTech communities
• Official Experience Certificate
  upon successful completion of the internship

Career Growth Opportunities

• Potential conversion to paid internship
  based on performance and contribution
• Possibility of full-time employment
  for exceptional performers
• Priority consideration for future program manager and leadership roles
• Performance-based stipend increases throughout the internship period

Mission Impact

• Directly contribute to democratizing educational technology
• Help eliminate financial barriers that prevent schools from accessing quality management software
• Support the growth of a sustainable open source ecosystem
• Make a tangible difference in the lives of educators and students worldwide

Compensation & Benefits

Monthly Stipend:
₹5,000 - ₹10,000 per month

• Starting stipend based on relevant experience and skills demonstrated during selection
• Performance-based reviews and potential increases every 2 months
• Exceptional performers may receive bonus stipends

Professional Benefits:

• Official experience certificate with detailed role responsibilities and achievements
• LinkedIn recommendations from senior team members
• Opportunity to present your work at open source conferences and events
• Access to premium project management and productivity tools

Our Promises to Interns

Growth-Focused Environment:
We're committed to your professional development and will provide meaningful projects that build real skills and measurable impact.

Open Source Values:
Experience firsthand how open source projects operate and contribute to a movement that values transparency and community.

Performance Recognition:
We believe in rewarding exceptional work with increased stipends, additional responsibilities, and career advancement opportunities.

Documentation & Certification:
Receive comprehensive documentation of your achievements and an official experience certificate detailing your contributions.

Career Pathway:
Outstanding interns have a clear path to conversion - from paid internship extensions to full-time employment opportunities based on performance and organizational needs.

Flexible Learning:
We understand this is a learning experience and will provide support, feedback, and flexibility as you grow into the role.

Application Process

To Apply:

1. Send your resume and a brief cover letter to []
2. Include "Program Manager Intern Application" in the subject line
3. Tell us why you're passionate about educational technology and open source
4. Share any relevant project management or coordination experience (academic projects count)

Next Steps:

• Initial screening call (30 minutes)
• Project-based assignment
• Final interview with the core team
• Offer discussion including stipend determination based on experience
• Welcome to the Benana family

Performance Evaluation & Growth Path

Monthly Reviews:
Regular feedback sessions to track progress and identify growth opportunities

Performance Metrics:

• Project delivery and timeline adherence
• Community engagement and growth contributions
• Process improvement initiatives
• Cross-team collaboration effectiveness

Career Progression:

• Month 1-2:
  Learning and foundation building
• Month 3-4:
  Independent project ownership and execution
• Month 5-6:
  Leadership opportunities and advanced responsibilities
• Post-completion:
  Potential for paid internship extension or full-time offer based on exceptional performance