STEM Partnerships & Programs Manager

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Join the BirdBrain Technologies Team

Who We Are

BirdBrain Technologies is an innovative, 100% employee-owned company committed to revolutionizing education through engaging, hands-on learning experiences. Based in Eau Claire, WI, we design creative tools that empower educators and inspire students to explore STEM concepts in meaningful, practical ways. Our collaborative culture of ownership means every employee shares in the company’s success and growth.

What We Do

Our mission is to make learning dynamic, accessible, and fun. We provide flexible, creative classroom tools that help educators bring abstract ideas to life and foster creativity and problem-solving in every student.

Why Join Us

At BirdBrain Technologies, your work matters—and so do you. As a 100% employee-owned company, your contributions directly influence our success, and you benefit from the rewards. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): 100% company-funded and grows with our success
Health, Dental, and Life Insurance
401(k) Plan: With company match up to 6%
Generous Paid Time Off: Over 20 days annually, plus 10 paid holidays
Wellness Programs: Gym reimbursement and healthy living incentives
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
Tuition Assistance for Continued Education
Paid Leave: Maternity, paternity, and adoption
Charitable Giving Programs: Including paid volunteer time and donation matching

The expected compensation range for this position is $85,000 - $105,000 annually.

The Opportunity: STEM Partnerships & Programs Manager

Are you passionate about building connections that inspire the next generation of innovators? The STEM Partnerships & Programs Manager leads the development and management of strategic partnerships with STEM competitions, student organizations, after-school programs, robotics leagues, maker events, and youth innovation initiatives. In this role, you’ll expand company presence in hands-on STEM communities by integrating our products into national and international student programs and competitive learning environments. Working cross-functionally with product, engineering, curriculum, and marketing teams, you’ll help translate educational goals into meaningful real-world experiences for students. As a key external ambassador within the STEM education ecosystem, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping how learners engage with technology and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Identifies, develops, and manages strategic partnerships with STEM competitions, robotics leagues, youth organizations, maker communities, and innovation programs
Develops partnership strategies that integrate company products into competitions, student programs, and experiential learning environments
Coordinates sponsorships, program participation, tournament support, and partner resource packages
Collaborates with engineering, product, and curriculum teams to inform the development of competition-ready kits, challenges, and instructional materials
Serves as the primary point of contact for partner organizations, including program directors, coaches, educators, volunteers, and student leaders
Represents company at competitions, conferences, events, and community gatherings and manages onsite activations as needed
Gathers feedback from partners and participants to inform product improvements, new opportunities, and long-term partnership strategies
Supports internal planning by sharing insights on emerging trends in STEM competitions, youth programs, and hands-on learning communities
Maintains accurate documentation of partnerships, agreements, outcomes, and program performance
Performs other duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring

2–4+ years of experience in STEM education, youth programs, student engagement, community partnerships, or related fields
Experience working with or supporting student programs, competitions, camps, after-school initiatives, or nonprofit organizations
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain external partnerships
Equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered

Desired Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Education, STEM, Youth Development, or a related field
Experience launching or scaling partnerships with youth-serving organizations, nonprofits, or education networks
Familiarity with educational robotics, maker tools, coding platforms, or hands-on STEM materials
Experience supporting competitions, challenge-based learning, or experiential education programs
Experience coordinating sponsorships, outreach initiatives, or event-based programs

Work Location

Working a remote schedule, or hybrid schedule if in Boston, MA

Travel Requirements

Moderate travel, typically less than 25%
Travel periodically to attend competitions, conferences, partner events, and onsite activations
Travel may include occasional evenings or weekends

Learn More

Discover more about our mission and impact at www.birdbraintechnologies.com.

BirdBrain Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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