Language & Linguistics Intern

Language & Linguistics Intern

MySchool HQ

April 19, 2026June 3, 2026LagosNigeria
Job Description
Job Overview:
MySchool Academy is building African Language Intelligence (ALI)—a platform designed to digitize, structure, and standardize over 2,000 African languages for use in AI, education, and communication.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Review and process applications from language contributors and fellows; Assign contributors to specific languages based on expertise; Track and manage progress across multiple languages; Review and organize language data (audio, text, translations); Identify inconsistencies and ensure linguistic accuracy; Support the development of writing systems and language rules; Maintain structured and standardized language datasets.

Required Qualifications:
Background or strong interest in languages, linguistics, or language research.

Educational Background:
Linguistics, Language Studies, African Languages, Translation Studies, or related fields.

Experience:
Hands-on experience in large-scale language infrastructure development.

Languages:
Not specified.

Additional Notes:
This is a mission-driven internship designed for individuals passionate about language and its role in shaping the future of technology and education in Africa.

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