Strategy & Analytics Co-Op

Risepoint assists primarily regional universities in increasing their access and impact by making their academic programs available to students online. Founded in 2007, Risepoint mission is to expand access to high-quality, affordable, and workforce-relevant education, especially for working and adult students. Risepoint brings single-minded dedication to student success, an integrated set of services, and data-driven performance to our collaboration with university partnersJoin Our MissionRisepoint is an education technology company that provides world-class support and trusted expertise to more than 100 universities and colleges. We primarily work with regional universities, helping them develop and grow their high-ROI, workforce-focused online degree programs in critical areas such as nursing, teaching, business, and public service. Risepoint is dedicated to increasing access to affordable education so that more students, especially working adults, can improve their careers and meet employer and community needs.About This OpportunityAs a Strategy & Analytics Co-op, you will play a meaningful role on the Marketing & Operations Strategy team, partnering closely with Analysts and Directors to help shape the future of the organization through data-driven insights and strategic thinking.In this role, you’ll collaborate across functions and gain exposure to a wide range of stakeholders—including senior leaders—while contributing to projects that influence key business decisions.Co-op Duration This opportunity runs from July/August 2026 through December 2026, with flexibility to accommodate academic schedules.Weekly Schedule This is a full-time co-op experience, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, designed to provide hands-on, real-world exposure.The Impact You Will MakeAs a Strategy & Analytics Co-op, you’ll work on high-impact, fast-paced projects that support meaningful business outcomes while accelerating your professional growth. You’ll gain exposure to core strategy and analytics disciplines, including data analysis, marketing strategy, and operational processes across product, marketing, revenue, and enrollment services.With mentorship from senior leaders, you’ll help conduct analyses that inform Risepoint’s strategic direction. Working cross-functionally, you’ll structure analyses, develop hypotheses, and deliver actionable, value-added recommendations that drive business growth.How You Will Bring Our Mission to LifeWhat You Will DoStructure strategic projects for key products, marketing, strategy, revenue, and enrollment services functionsExecute end-to-end data analytics projects by 1) pulling/cleaning data, 2) extracting key insights, 3) communicating hypotheses to senior stakeholders, and 4) impacting our organization’s overall marketing strategies & operations functionsDesign and create analytical tools, strategic initiatives, and processes that boost our organization’s ability to deliver insights both internally to senior leadership and externally to our university partnersBrainstorm and launch new projects to proactively detect KPIs and inform our university partners about strategic issues, performance, and operationsForm a deep understanding of Risepoint’s processes, systems/tools, personnel, strategic direction, and broader market ecosystem (university partners, marketing channels, contact center strategies and workflows)Collaborate cross-functionally with senior Directors and VPs to communicate data insights and make data-informed decisionsYou will work closely with a Director, Manager, and Senior AnalystsWhat Success Looks LikeExceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts and recommendations to stakeholders at all levelsStrong attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneouslyCollaborative problem-solving mindset and the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams, driving change through analytical insightsHow Impact Will be MeasuredImpact is measured by the ability to deliver strategic insights that directly influence our clients’ marketing and operations functionsYou will also grow in your ability to independently manage and execute data analytics projectsWhat You’ll Bring to the TeamExperience That Matters MostApplicants must be currently enrolled, active students in Fall 2026 to apply for this position.Strong proficiency and/or working experience in Databricks, SQL, Excel modeling, and data analysisDemonstrated ability to conceive and execute quantitative analysis and deliver data-driven insightsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsApplicants must be currently enrolled, active students in Fall 2026 to apply for this positionExperience That’s Great to HavePrior working experience using Databricks, SQL, Excel modeling, and data analysis to clean data, extract insights, and communicate takeaways to leadershipPrior internship / co-op experience preferredAgile workst