Description
OpenAI believes that access to AI tools and training should expand opportunity. We're looking for an Academy Partnerships Lead to manage and strengthen the partner relationships that support OpenAI Academy's programming.
This person will work with nonprofits, educational institutions, community organizations, industry associations, and other partners to bring practical AI learning to the communities they serve. They will serve as the primary point of contact for a portfolio of Academy partners, translating shared goals into clear plans and supporting delivery from onboarding through evaluation and expansion.
Key Responsibilities
Partnership Development & Management
- Build and manage relationships with partners supporting Academy Jams and our Community Trainer Program.
- Translate partnership commitments into clear scopes, responsibilities, timelines, and success measures.
- Assess partner recruitment, facilitator capacity, and delivery readiness; guide onboarding and implementation.
- Align partner expectations with Academy priorities, resources, and delivery capacity.
Program Strategy & Execution
- Manage contractors and delivery partners supporting assigned Jams and train-the-trainer programs.
- Own partner participation in the train-the-trainer program, from readiness and commitments through implementation, performance, and expansion.
- Work closely with Academy program, curriculum, and instructional teams to connect partners with appropriate content, training, and support.
- Develop playbooks, onboarding materials, and implementation guidance that make partner delivery consistent and repeatable.
- Evaluate partner performance and feedback; recommend improvements, renewals, expansion, or exits.
External Engagement
- Represent OpenAI Academy in partner meetings, workshops, and community convenings.
- Identify opportunities to reach new audiences and deepen successful partnerships.
- Synthesize partner needs and insights to inform Academy content, delivery models, and strategy.
- Contribute to briefing materials, presentations, and updates on partnership progress and impact.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
- Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses (parking and transit)
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Paid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents), plus paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)
- Paid time off: flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees
- 13+ paid company holidays, and multiple paid coordinated company office closures throughout the year for focus and recharge, plus paid sick or safe time (1 hour per 30 hours worked, or more, as required by applicable state or local law)
- Mental health and wellness support
- Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
- Annual learning and development stipend to fuel your professional growth
- Daily meals in our offices, and meal delivery credits as eligible
- Relocation support for eligible employees