Be Part of a Team that Changes Lives

Are you a Computer Science major (or similar) looking to gain hands-on experience, grow your coding skills, and support a mission-driven nonprofit? Join us as a Teaching Assistant (TA) for one of our upcoming cohorts!

At Code Platoon, we train Veterans and military families to become professional software engineers. As a TA, you'll be part of that mission to help students succeed while gaining valuable experience.

What You’ll Do

• Learn alongside students during our programs (remote) and prepare to assist with upcoming lessons 

• Support students with coding assignments and daily exercises

You don’t need to know everything ahead of time. We expect you to come in as an advanced beginner and grow from there.

What You’ll Get

• A $20,000 Education at no cost

• Hands-on experience with tools and technologies used by working developers

• A $2,500 stipend for the full internship

What We’re Looking For

• Computer Science (or related) major with at least 2 software development classes by the start of the program

• Rising sophomore or above

• Passion for learning and helping others

• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Internship Details

• Job Type: Full-time internship (remote)

• Schedule:

  • Immersive Program: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. CST

  • Evening & Weekend Program: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays (5:30–9:30 p.m. CST) and Saturdays (8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. CST)

• Stipend: $2,500

• Location: Remote

• Language: English

Open TA Positions

• Corsair Platoon: February 2 – May 15, 2026

• AI Cloud & DevOps: Evening & Weekend Echo Platoon: April 27 – November 7, 2026

• Evening & Weekend Juliet Platoon: June 1 – December 14, 2026

How to Apply

1. Complete our coding skills assessment here.

2. Fill out our short application form here.

3. We’ll be in touch after reviewing your submission.

Recruitment Coordinator – Chicago
Location: Chicago, IL (remote-flexible, local travel required)
Reports to: Recruitment Manager, within the Marketing and Recruitment Team under the Head of Marketing

About Code Platoon

Code Platoon is a nonprofit coding bootcamp that prepares Veterans, active-duty Servicemembers, military spouses, and adult military children for high-growth careers in software development. Since 2016, we’ve graduated more than 700 students into roles at companies such as Amazon, JPMorgan Chase, and DRW. Our mission-first culture combines rigorous training with personalized career support to unlock economic mobility for the military community.

What You’ll Do

This new position brings Code Platoon closer to its roots. As the Recruitment Coordinator – Chicago, you’ll connect local Veterans, military spouses, and dependents to tech careers through our programs. You’ll lead grassroots recruitment across the Chicago and Illinois region hosting events, cultivating partnerships, and supporting email and content marketing that drives applications nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

Community Outreach & Events

• Build and maintain relationships with Veteran service organizations, community colleges, and employers.
  
  
• Identify and attend recruiting and hiring events; coordinate Code Platoon’s presence through tabling, speaking, and sponsorships.
  
  
• Host small-scale events such as Learn to Code workshops and open houses.
  
  

Recruitment & CRM Management

• Capture and manage contacts in HubSpot with accurate tagging and follow-up workflows.
  
  
• Support reporting and data integrity across local and national recruitment efforts.
  
  

Email Marketing & Automation

• Develop and launch email campaigns and drip workflows in HubSpot for local and national prospects.
  
  
• Write and edit custom email content that encourages prospects to apply.
  
  
• Monitor performance and recommend improvements to boost engagement and conversion.
  
  

Marketing & Content Support

• Collaborate with the Content Manager to produce stories, photos, and updates for social media and the website.
  
  
• Assist with website and social media content management in support of recruitment goals.
  
  
• Identify community advertising opportunities that amplify Code Platoon’s local presence.
  
  

Collaboration & Reporting

• Participate in weekly Marketing meetings, Operations stand-ups, and Development touchpoints.
  
  
• Contribute metrics to monthly Marketing Scorecards and quarterly grant reports.
  
  

Qualifications

Required

• 1–3 years of experience in outreach, event coordination, marketing, or community engagement.
  
  
• Strong connection to the Veteran or military family community (Veteran, spouse, or dependent preferred).
  
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable representing Code Platoon publicly.
  
  
• Highly organized and detail-oriented; able to manage multiple projects and events simultaneously.
  
  
• Familiarity with HubSpot or similar CRM and marketing automation tools.
  
  
• Based in the Chicago area with reliable transportation for local travel (30–40 %).
  
  
• Ability to transport and set up event materials, signage, and giveaways (up to 25 lbs).
  
  

Preferred

• Experience in education, workforce development, or nonprofit marketing.
  
  
• Exposure to email marketing, content creation, or social media management.
  
  
• Interest in technology or tech career pathways.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $42,000 – $47,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
  
  
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  
  
• 403(b) with employer match.
  
  
• Flexible remote schedule; occasional evening or weekend events.
  
  

How to Apply

Submit your résumé and a brief cover letter to jobs@codeplatoon.org with the subject line Recruitment Coordinator – Chicago. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and qualified candidates will be contacted within two weeks.