WorldStrides

Title: Higher Ed Account Manager Location: United States Company Introduction WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C. and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways. Job Description: Account managers are the primary point of contact for our university partners focused on delivering outstanding customer service. You will develop programs for existing customers which includes itinerary building, negotiation, pricing, proposal creation, and program confirmation. Once a program is confirmed, you’ll handle student and university inquiries about their upcoming travel. You’ll partner with internal departments such as air, visas, sales and global experiences to create a smooth program delivery meeting or exceeding university expectations. Responsibilities: - Develop an effective rapport with university and organization partners to gain a better understanding of their program needs and strengthen the overall relationship - Position yourself as a thought leader for university clients coming to WorldStrides for recommendations and suggestions - Meet and exceed annual retention goals and targets to maximize revenue growth on assigned accounts - Consistently manage deadlines and work tasks to ensure key targets are met (registration, ticketing, payment, etc) - Communicate both internally across teams and externally with clients and partners - Create educational travel itineraries across the globe - Utilize and maintain WorldStrides' CRM database system, effectively managing the sales and program management process. - Track, understand, and manage the financial aspects of program management Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Hospitality or related field - 2+ years' experience of travel or event planning - Demonstrated successful customer service with experience in client relationship building - Desire to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment - Highly self-driven sense of motivation and perseverance - Hunger to grow and openness to learning - Proactive and team oriented - Problem solver with attention to detail - Logistically minded - Positive and forward-thinking attitude with a strong work ethic - Ability to operate with constantly evolving processes - Exceptional communication and presentation skills - Highly organized with strong time management and follow up - Flexible as needed with work hours to accommodate international time differences and seasonal shifts - Ability to travel domestically and internationally (current US Passport or ability to obtain one) - Master's degree in Business Administration, Hospitality or related field - Study abroad or international travel experience - 2+ years of Project management experience Work Perks - Fun & driven environment. - Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HSA with employer contribution, and generous 401k match. - 11 paid floating corporate holidays, 1 paid volunteer day & up to 25 PTO days to start – accrue up to 28 over 3 years, 4 mental health days, and 5 bereavement days. - Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually - $1,000 towards professional certifications annually - Opportunities for paid and discounted travel. - Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and virtual office opportunities. - Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council. - Fitness Center and café onsite at select locations. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave. - Team Member Discount Program WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, J-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Select seasonal roles may consider students on J-1 or F-1 visas.

Title: Inside Sales - Performing Arts Location: United States Job Description: Company Introduction WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C. and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways. Job Description: The Performing Arts Sales Specialist is responsible for generating new accounts to participate in WorldStrides domestic performing events. These accounts are developed via telephone and occasionally in-person meetings. In addition to establishing new accounts, the Sales Specialist is responsible for the growth and rebooking of their existing accounts. The Sales Specialist specializes in working with Band, Choir, and Orchestra Directors from schools and community groups. Reporting to the Performing Arts Sales Director, the Performing Arts Sales Specialist is responsible for promoting and selling WorldStrides school trips to achieve established sales targets. The Performing Arts Sales Specialist works with the Sales Director to identify market opportunities and set sales strategy for defined areas, territories, or targeted accounts. This role partners closely with Account Managers and Event Coordinators to ensure the customer needs are met and the trip is a success. An ideal candidate is familiar with performing arts, a passion for creating memorable travel experiences for students, and a business acumen that drives them to reach sales targets. Responsibilities: - Achieve annual sales goals through the development of new and existing clients. - Develop a database of qualified leads through referrals, phone calls, cold calling, email, and networking. - Follow the proven sales process, follow up on leads from the website and lead generation team, and convert leads to sales. - Prepare action plans and schedules to identify specific targets and prioritize activities. - Maintain and grow profitability/margins across a book of business. - Maintain daily and weekly pipeline and activity reports. - Create a close working relationship with internal stakeholders and other functional areas to ensure successful trips, satisfied customers, and achievement of sales retention goals. - Complete customer needs assessments to prepare and present proposals that meet group requirements. - Host meetings with parent, student, and administrative groups. - Ensure revisions to itineraries and trip budgets are made as required. - Work with marketing to provide feedback on marketing materials. - Maintain product knowledge, offering expertise and guidance to new and existing clients. - Participate in regular sales meetings, company meetings, and training sessions. - Represent WorldStrides in a positive, ethical, and professional manner. - Assist in hosting and coordinating large music events for students. Qualifications: - Demonstrates competitive spirit with a track record of winning. - Goal-focused, self-sufficient individual who takes initiative to grow sales. - Attainment of a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience. - 2-5 years of direct and/or telesales experience preferred. - Excellent negotiation, conversion, and closing skills. - Experience in music is preferred but not required. - Excellent communication skills – ability to work effectively with adults and youth. - Ability to travel. - Exceptional work ethic, with a willingness to work additional hours during seasonal peaks as well as some weekends and evenings. - Exceptional computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word, Advanced Excel, PowerPoint). Work Perks - Fun & driven environment. - Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HSA with employer contribution, and generous 401k match. - 11 paid floating corporate holidays, 1 paid volunteer day & up to 25 PTO days to start – accrue up to 28 over 3 years, 4 mental health days, and 5 bereavement days. - Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually - $1,000 towards professional certifications annually - Opportunities for paid and discounted travel. - Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and virtual office opportunities. - Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council. - Fitness Center and café onsite at select locations. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave. - Team Member Discount Program WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, J-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Select seasonal roles may consider students on J-1 or F-1 visas.

Title: Program Manager (Costa Rica) Location: 5301 Southwest Parkway Suite 200 Austin, TX Job Description: Company Introduction WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C. and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways. Job Description: The Program Manager is responsible for advising, converting, and supporting students participating in WorldStrides Higher Education programs throughout a specific region. Program Managers guide students from application through departure, ensuring a smooth, informed, and supportive journey to studying abroad. The role includes ongoing communication with students, families, and U.S. university partners. Our team believes deeply in the power of international education and brings that enthusiasm to every student interaction. Responsibilities - Student Advising & Case Management - Provide high‑quality advising from application through program departure using established best practices. - Maintain proactive communication via phone, email, and virtual meetings. - Review and determine eligibility of student applications for designated program locations. - Advise students on academics, course registration, host university expectations, housing, visas, budgeting, cultural preparation, and program logistics. Program Operations - Review course selection forms, academic documentation, and placement exams; manage accurate and highly-detailed course information. - Manage and update pre-departure orientations for assigned locations. - Prepare Arrival Guides and all pre‑departure materials for each student cohort. - Support visa advising for destinations, in coordination with internal teams. - Track acceptance timelines, enrollment metrics, and withdrawals; use these insights to inform best practices. Stakeholder Communication - Communicate professionally with families and U.S. university partners regarding program details, expectations, and processes. - Respond to on‑site incident reports in collaboration with regional teams and other internal stakeholders. - Participate in the program-wide on‑call rotation approximately once per year. Program Improvement & Team Collaboration - Review program evaluations and work with the Team Lead on improvements. - Support emerging projects, new program locations, and evolving responsibilities driven by enrollment trends. - Optional domestic travel to support recruitment efforts and pre‑departure orientations at U.S. universities. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree. - 1–3 years of professional experience preferred. - Strong interest in international education and student development. - Excellent written and oral communication skills, including strong phone presence. - Demonstrated critical thinking and ability to work calmly under pressure. - Detail‑oriented with strong time‑management and organizational skills. - Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. - Willingness to take on responsibilities beyond core tasks as needed. - Ability to lift up to 30 lbs (e.g., recruitment materials). - Valid passport in the even international program support is needed. - Friendly, positive, service-oriented approach to student support. - Experience living, studying, or working abroad - Previous experience in student advising, customer service, or administrative roles. - Strong intercultural communication skills in a professional context. Work Perks - Fun & driven environment. - Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HSA with employer contribution, and generous 401k match. - 10 paid floating corporate holidays, 1 paid volunteer day & up to 25 accrued PTO days to start – accrue up to 28 over 3 years, up to 4 mental health days per year, and 5 bereavement days. - Tuition reimbursement up to five thousand, two hundred fifty dollars annually or one thousand dollars towards professional certification annually. - Opportunities for paid and discounted travel. - Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and virtual office opportunities. - Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council. - Fitness Center and café onsite at select locations. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave. - Team Member Discount Program WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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Title: Educational Travel Specialist (ETS) Location: US - East Coast Region Job Description: Company Introduction WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C. and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways. Job description: WorldStrides is actively seeking driven, motivated inside sales professionals for our Educational Travel Specialist (ETS) role. By developing relationships with educators to promote our programs, the ETS opens doors to a once-in-a-lifetime travel experience for students. In this full-time inside sales position, the successful ETS will develop new business from their assigned territory of schools through outbound calls to teachers daily. They will use our proven talk tracks and sales practices to guide teachers through the stages to successfully set up and offer these life-changing opportunities, which are certain to leave a lasting impact on the students that attend. This position works Monday–Friday during Eastern Time Zone business hours. Responsibilities: - Achieve all sales goals and develop new clients - Develop qualified leads through referrals, phone calls, cold calling, email and networking - Follow up on leads from website and lead generation team and convert leads to sales - Prepare action plans and schedules to identify specific targets and prioritize activity - Maintain and grow profitability - Maintain daily and weekly pipeline and activity reports - Operate as an expert - Complete client needs assessment to then prepare and present proposals which meet group requirements - Host meetings with parent, student, and administrative groups - Identifies and recommends products to meet market demands - Recommends territories that should require marketing campaigns - Qualifications - Highly motivated, self-starter with a strong work ethic and excellent communication skills - Demonstrated ability to influence, coach and direct others to achieve desired outcomes - Ability to excel both individually and as part of a team - Ability to balance multiple, competing priorities in a fast paced work environment - Willingness to learn and accept coaching to apply proven sales strategies - Enjoy talking on the phone - Some seasonal evening/weekend work required - Previous experience with phone sales, telephone sales, telesales and outbound calling required - Experience with basic computing functions, including MS Office and CRM applications required Work Perks: - Fun & driven environment. - Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HAS with employer contribution, and generous 401k match. - 10 paid floating corporate holidays, 1 paid volunteer day & 25 PTO days to start -- accrue up to 28 over 3 years, 4 mental health days, and 5 bereavement days. - Tuition reimbursement up to five thousand, two hundred fifty dollars annually or one thousand dollars towards professional certification annually. - Opportunities for paid and discounted travel. - Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and virtual office opportunities. - Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council. - Fitness Center and café onsite at select locations. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave. - Team Member Discount Program WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, J-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Select seasonal roles may consider students on J-1 or F-1 visas.

Title: Program Manager - Europe Location: 5301 Southwest Parkway Suite 200 Austin, TX Remote Job Description: Company Introduction WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C. and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways. Job Description: The Program Manager is responsible for advising, converting, and supporting students participating in WorldStrides Higher Education programs throughout a specific region. Program Managers guide students from application through departure, ensuring a smooth, informed, and supportive journey to studying abroad. The role includes ongoing communication with students, families, and U.S. university partners. Our team believes deeply in the power of international education and brings that enthusiasm to every student interaction. Responsibilities - Student Advising & Case Management - Provide high‑quality advising from application through program departure using established best practices. - Maintain proactive communication via phone, email, and virtual meetings. - Review and determine eligibility of student applications for designated program locations. - Advise students on academics, course registration, host university expectations, housing, visas, budgeting, cultural preparation, and program logistics. Program Operations - Review course selection forms, academic documentation, and placement exams; manage accurate and highly-detailed course information. - Manage and update pre-departure orientations for assigned locations. - Prepare Arrival Guides and all pre‑departure materials for each student cohort. - Support visa advising for destinations, in coordination with internal teams. - Track acceptance timelines, enrollment metrics, and withdrawals; use these insights to inform best practices. Stakeholder Communication - Communicate professionally with families and U.S. university partners regarding program details, expectations, and processes. - Respond to on‑site incident reports in collaboration with regional teams and other internal stakeholders. - Participate in the program-wide on‑call rotation approximately once per year. Program Improvement & Team Collaboration - Review program evaluations and work with the Team Lead on improvements. - Support emerging projects, new program locations, and evolving responsibilities driven by enrollment trends. - Optional domestic travel to support recruitment efforts and pre‑departure orientations at U.S. universities. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree. - 1–3 years of professional experience preferred. - Strong interest in international education and student development. - Excellent written and oral communication skills, including strong phone presence. - Demonstrated critical thinking and ability to work calmly under pressure. - Detail‑oriented with strong time‑management and organizational skills. - Ability to work both independently and collaboratively. - Willingness to take on responsibilities beyond core tasks as needed. - Ability to lift up to 30 lbs (e.g., recruitment materials). - Valid passport in the even international program support is needed. - Friendly, positive, service-oriented approach to student support. - Experience living, studying, or working abroad - Previous experience in student advising, customer service, or administrative roles. - Strong intercultural communication skills in a professional context. Work Perks - Fun & driven environment. - Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HSA with employer contribution, and generous 401k match. - 10 paid floating corporate holidays, 1 paid volunteer day & up to 25 accrued PTO days to start – accrue up to 28 over 3 years, up to 4 mental health days per year, and 5 bereavement days. - Tuition reimbursement up to five thousand, two hundred fifty dollars annually or one thousand dollars towards professional certification annually. - Opportunities for paid and discounted travel. - Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and virtual office opportunities. - Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council. - Fitness Center and café onsite at select locations. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave. - Team Member Discount Program WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, J-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Select seasonal roles may consider students on J-1 or F-1 visas.

Title: Director, Strategic Finance & Capital Markets Location: US - Central US Region; US - East Coast Region Job Description: Company Introduction WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C. and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways. Job Description WorldStrides is seeking a Director, Strategic Finance & Capital Markets to lead enterprise-wide cash flow forecasting, capital structure modeling, and liquidity risk management. This role will serve as the company’s center of excellence for cash, debt, and covenant analytics, supporting executive leadership, the Board of Directors, and external financing partners with high-quality models, insights, and materials. This position plays a critical role in enabling disciplined growth, strengthening balance sheet visibility, and ensuring proactive management of liquidity and covenant considerations in a highly seasonal, working-capital-intensive business. Job Responsibilities Enterprise Cash Flow & Capital Structure Leadership - Own and continuously enhance the company’s integrated three-statement, cash flow, and liquidity models, with increasing account-level detail and forecasting precision - Model seasonal cash dynamics, including deposits, deferred revenue, working capital, and capital expenditures - Develop and own detailed multi-tranche debt schedules (e.g., revolvers, term loans) and interest modeling - Build pro forma capital structures to evaluate refinancings, growth initiatives, and strategic investments - Own a rolling 13-week cash flow forecast to support near-term liquidity planning Liquidity, Covenants & Risk Management - Own a comprehensive covenant compliance and sensitivity model, including EBITDA definitions, add-backs, and downside scenarios - Proactively identify and communicate liquidity and covenant risks, including clear scenario narratives and mitigation considerations - Support lender reporting, data requests, and financing-related analyses, including amendment and refinancing support Executive, Board & External Materials - Prepare Board-level financial models, analyses, and presentations related to liquidity, capital structure, and strategic finance topics - Produce lender-facing materials with a high standard of accuracy, clarity, and professionalism - Support interactions with Investors and Lenders Strategic Finance & Business Partnership - Partner closely with FP&A and business leaders to translate volume, pricing, staffing, and cost drivers into cash flow and EBITDA implications - Connect operational and strategic plans to long-term liquidity, covenant, and capital allocation forecasts - Improve analytical rigor in cash flow and debt modeling - Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on liquidity risk, capital allocation trade-offs and downside scenarios by driving clear recommendations supported by clear analysis M&A and Investment Analysis - Build and evaluate acquisition, divestiture, and build-versus-buy models - Assess purchase price, financing mix, synergies, operating leverage, payback, and value creation - Integrate approved transactions into enterprise cash flow and debt models Minimum qualifications - 4 years of experience in strategic finance, FP&A, leveraged finance, or corporate development, including early career experience in private equity, or investment banking - Advanced expertise in three-statement financial modeling, cash flow forecasting, and debt/capital structure modeling and experience with modern FP&A, BI, or ERP tools - Experience proactively driving Board-level and Lender-facing financial analysis and presentations - Strong ability to synthesize complex financial concepts into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership - Comfort working in a fast-paced, high accountability environment with tight timelines and evolving priorities - Strong cross-functional partnering skills to drive informed decision-making across the organization - Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field (MBA or CFA a plus) What Success Looks Like - Clear, trusted visibility into liquidity and covenant position across scenarios - Faster, more confident executive decision-making around capital allocation and growth - Strong partnership with Finance (FP&A, Accounting and Treasury) leadership, enabling sharper focus on core forecasting and business support - This role provides unique exposure to Executive leadership, Board members and external investors - Growth opportunities for more localized business strategic partnering Work Perks: - Fun & driven environment. - Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HAS with employer contribution, and generous 401k match. - 10 paid floating corporate holidays, 1 paid volunteer day & 25 PTO days to start – accrue up to 28 over 3 years, 4 mental health days, and 5 bereavement days. - Tuition reimbursement up to five thousand, two hundred fifty dollars annually or one thousand dollars towards professional certification annually. - Opportunities for paid and discounted travel. - Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and virtual office opportunities. - Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council. - Fitness Center and café onsite at select locations. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave. - Team Member Discount Program. The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount WorldStrides is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter. California Salary Range $140,000 - $165,000 USD The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount WorldStrides is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter. Maryland Salary Range $140,000 - $165,000 USD The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount WorldStrides is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter. New York Salary Range $140,000 - $165,000 USD The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount WorldStrides is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter. Massachusetts Salary Range $140,000 - $165,000 USD WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, J-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Select seasonal roles may consider students on J-1 or F-1 visas.

Company Introduction WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C. and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways. Job Description: The ETL Engineer develops, deploys, and maintains data stores for access by business users including marketing campaign specialists and business data analysts. The ETL Engineer is responsible for supporting and maintaining the data warehouse environment including SQL databases, scheduled jobs, and Python-based ETL processes. The ETL Engineer will be responsible for creating and maintaining data pipelines to support reporting needs and will ensure the quality and integrity of reporting data. The role requires attention to detail and quality. Key customers for the ETL Engineer will include data scientists, analysts, and marketing campaign specialists working in the domains of marketing, operations, customer insights, and finance. Responsibilities: - Manage the structuring and maintenance of data sets for production of reporting and analytics - Build and optimize data pipelines to facilitate the extraction of data from multiple sources and delivery to multiple applications and teams - Reduce waste and improve data flow. This involves continually striving to reduce wasted effort, identify gaps and correct them and improve data development and deployment processes. - Acquire and update data from internal and external data providers - Execute automated testing at every stage of a pipeline to increase productivity while reducing errors - Create queries that allow data to be extracted and to streamline the data retrieval process - Monitor processes to quickly identify and resolve or elevate issues, and identify areas for improvement - Use automation to streamline data processing, automate manual processes, such as data extraction and testing. - Adopt new solutions to produce data more efficiently and with fewer errors. This includes testing and adopting solutions and tools that adhere to the DataOps best practices. - Correspond with team members and customers to understand business concepts, data requirements, and prioritization of development tasks - Communicate, document, and collaborate with other data and BI team members to enhance the quality of data products. - Ensure data security standards are applied across the data pipelines. Qualifications: - Experience in SQL, Excel, relational databases, database concepts, and database design. - 2+ years' experience with Python - Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication and presentation skills - Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and to provide regular status updates proactively - 3+ years' experience in BI development, data analysis, or data engineering - BS/BA degree (preferably in a technical or research field) Work Perks: - Fun & driven environment. - Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HAS with employer contribution, and generous 401k match. - 10 paid floating corporate holidays, 1 paid volunteer day & 25 PTO days to start – accrue up to 28 over 3 years, 4 mental health days, and 5 bereavement days. - Tuition reimbursement up to five thousand, two hundred fifty dollars annually or one thousand dollars towards professional certification annually. - Opportunities for paid and discounted travel. - Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and virtual office opportunities. - Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council. - Fitness Center and café onsite at select locations. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave. - Team Member Discount Program. WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, J-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Select seasonal roles may consider students on J-1 or F-1 visas.

Company Introduction WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C. and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways. Job Description The WorldStrides Curriculum and Academics Team serves student travelers by offering online academic coursework that pairs with their travel programs. The Online Course Grader will assist with the daily grading of student work, clerical responsibilities related to the learning management system, and curriculum revisions. The Online Course Grader works closely in person with all members of the Curriculum and Academics team, for collaboration and consultation related to student grading and assignments. Additional duties related to grading, tracking, and record keeping may be required. - This seasonal part-time position requires work on both weekdays and weekends, with up to 20-30 hours per week. - Remote Responsibilities - Weekend grading hours in addition to weekday hours. Minimum of three weekends per month (Friday-Sunday). - Grading student submissions in the learning management system according to the policies outlined in the grading handbook. - Responding to student questions about the coursework. - Regularly communicating with all Curriculum and Academics teammates. - Sorting and reporting student submission numbers from shared email inboxes. - Participating in regular inter-rater reliability checks on grading. - Regular maintenance and revisions to coursework in the learning management system. - Additional tasks related to curriculum review and clerical team support as needed. - Accessing student information systems as needed. Qualifications - Online learning management system experience using Schoology is mandatory. - Education degree (or be in the process of earning an education degree). - Middle and/or high school teaching experience. - Interest in online learning and assessment. - Proficiency utilizing standardized rubrics for grading. - Skilled in delivering quality, supportive, and actionable student feedback. - Strong web-based navigation and computer proficiencies. - Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail. - Excellent time management, organizational skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, J-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Select seasonal roles may consider students on J-1 or F-1 visas.

Company Introduction WorldStrides is the global leader in educational travel and experiential learning. The company was founded in 1967 to provide middle school travel programs to Washington, D.C. and has grown to provide a wide range of programs for more than half a million students annually to over 100 countries around the world. WorldStrides offers experiential learning programs in educational travel, performing arts, language immersion, career exploration, service-learning, study abroad, and sports. Each of these experiences helps students to see beyond the classroom and to see the world – and themselves – in new ways. Job Description We are looking for an experienced .NET Software Engineer with strong expertise in the Microsoft .NET ecosystem - including ASP.NET Web Forms, .NET Framework, and .NET Core to join our development team. You will contribute to building and maintaining applications that support educational travel experiences for students worldwide, working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, high-quality software across both legacy and modern .NET platforms. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in enhancing the digital experience for our customers - students, parents, and educators - by applying deep .NET expertise alongside Sitecore capabilities. You will have a direct impact on the company's mission to create life-changing learning opportunities through travel. Key Responsibilities - Full Stack .NET Development: Design, develop, and maintain web applications across both ASP.NET Web Forms and ASP.NET MVC/Core, leveraging C#, SQL Server, and Entity Framework. - Web Forms Maintenance & Modernization: Maintain and enhance existing ASP.NET Web Forms applications while supporting incremental migration efforts toward .NET Core and modern web patterns where applicable. - Sitecore CMS Development: Develop and maintain Sitecore-based solutions including template creation, rendering development, workflow configuration, and integration with .NET back-end services. - API Development: Build and maintain RESTful APIs and web services to support application integrations, data exchange, and third-party platform connectivity. - Database Development: Write and optimize T-SQL queries, stored procedures, and data models in SQL Server to support application functionality and reporting needs. - Cloud Integration: Contribute to Microsoft Azure-hosted solutions, supporting deployment, monitoring, and scalability of .NET applications. - Collaboration & Leadership: Work with Product Managers, Business Analysts, and UX/UI Designers to translate requirements into technical solutions. Participate in code reviews and support junior developers. - Agile Methodologies: Work in an Agile/Scrum environment, participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospective meetings. - Testing & Deployment: Ensure code quality through unit and integration testing and support CI/CD deployment pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitLab. - Code Quality & Documentation: Write clean, maintainable code and maintain thorough technical documentation in accordance with team standards and version control best practices. - Troubleshooting & Support: Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues across .NET applications, Sitecore environments, and production systems. Required Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. - 3+ years of experience in .NET software development, with strong hands-on experience across both .NET Framework and .NET Core. - Proficiency in C#, ASP.NET Web Forms, ASP.NET MVC/Web API, SQL Server, and Entity Framework. - Solid experience developing and maintaining ASP.NET Web Forms applications, including user controls, code-behind patterns, ViewState management, and page lifecycle. - Working knowledge of Sitecore CMS, including template and rendering development, content tree management, and integration with .NET applications. - Experience with T-SQL, including writing stored procedures, views, and complex queries in SQL Server. - Experience with front-end technologies such as JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and jQuery, with familiarity in modern frameworks like React or Angular. - Familiarity with Microsoft Azure services and cloud deployment models. - Experience with RESTful API and SOAP web service development and integration. - Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and version control using Git. - Experience working within an Agile/Scrum environment. - Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across complex, multi-tier .NET environments. Preferred Qualifications - Experience with Sitecore XM Cloud or Sitecore Headless (JSS) is a plus. - Familiarity with modernizing or re-platforming legacy Web Forms applications to .NET Core or MVC. - Previous experience in the travel or educational services industries. - Knowledge of microservices architecture and API gateway patterns. - Experience with caching strategies and solutions such as Redis or SQL Server caching. - Familiarity with containerization tools such as Docker or Kubernetes. - Understanding of application security best practices in a .NET environment. Work Perks - Fun & driven environment. - Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life, accidental death and dismemberment, accident, critical illness, and disability insurance, FSA healthcare, FSA dependent care, HAS with employer contribution, and generous 401k match. - 10 paid floating corporate holidays, 1 paid volunteer day & 25 PTO days to start – accrue up to 28 over 3 years, 4 mental health days, and 5 bereavement days. - Tuition reimbursement up to five thousand, two hundred fifty dollars annually or one thousand dollars towards professional certification annually. - Opportunities for paid and discounted travel. - Flexible work schedule providing on-site, remote, and virtual office opportunities. - Encouraged participation in our Employee Resource Groups and Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion council. - Fitness Center and café onsite at select locations. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Paid Parental, Caregiver, and Disability leave. - Team Member Discount Program The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount WorldStrides is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter. California Salary Range $135,000—$150,000 USD The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount WorldStrides is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter. Maryland Salary Range $135,000—$150,000 USD The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount WorldStrides is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter. New York Salary Range $135,000—$150,000 USD The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount WorldStrides is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate’s offer letter. Massachusetts Salary Range $135,000—$150,000 USD WorldStrides, a global organization, is committed to educate and serve communities worldwide. Our commitment is fueled by the passion of our team members and partners to make experiential learning accessible, while also being socially, environmentally, and ethically responsible. Together, we accomplish this by investing in initiatives to promote inclusion, diversity, and sustainability. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WorldStrides is committed to building a diverse workforce, supported by an environment that promotes inclusion and belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. WorldStrides will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, J-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Select seasonal roles may consider students on J-1 or F-1 visas.