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Graduate Intern for Summer Start

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • People, HR & Administration
    Education & Teaching
  • Raleigh
  • 22d left

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  • You must be a graduate student with experience in program planning, strong organizational and communication skills, and a commitment to supporting underrepresented students.
  • You will assist in planning programs for first-year students, co-supervise mentors, facilitate training, coordinate logistics, communicate with participants, and plan staff events. Evening shifts required.

Requirements

  • Graduate student in a relevant field
  • Demonstrated experience in program planning and implementation
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups
  • Experience in training or mentoring students
  • Knowledge of co-curricular programming
  • Commitment to supporting underrepresented student populations

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the planning and implementation of initiatives and programs related to the transitional success of first-year and transfer students
  • Co-supervise a team of approximately 17 Summer Start Mentors (undergraduate student staff), including weekly meetings with individual student staff members
  • Facilitate student leader training sessions for Summer Start Mentors
  • Coordinate logistics for co-curricular programs with campus partners
  • Collaborate in the assessment of student staff and facilitate individual evaluation meetings
  • Communicate with Summer Start participants while assisting in the program’s communication efforts, including social media, newsletters, and emails
  • Plan and implement staff events including the End of Summer Banquet and weekly staff meetings
  • Serve as on-site evening staff during select orientation sessions (5:30pm – 9:30pm)

FAQs

What is the duration of the Graduate Intern position?

The Graduate Intern position runs from May 14, 2025, until August 1, 2025, though dates are flexible.

What is the primary focus of the Graduate Intern role?

The primary focus of the Graduate Intern role is to provide support in the coordination and implementation of Summer Start, a residential summer transition initiative for incoming NC State students.

What responsibilities will the Graduate Intern have regarding student staff?

The Graduate Intern will co-supervise a team of approximately 17 Summer Start Mentors, facilitate training sessions, and coordinate evaluations for student staff.

Are there specific populations that the Graduate Intern will be focused on?

Yes, the Graduate Intern will be involved in the development of programming for underrepresented student populations.

What types of events will the Graduate Intern coordinate?

The Graduate Intern will plan and implement staff events such as the End of Summer Banquet and weekly staff meetings.

Is this position eligible for benefits?

This is a temporary position, and specific benefits may vary; please check with the HR department for details regarding benefits for temporary roles.

Will the Graduate Intern need to work evenings?

Yes, the Graduate Intern will serve as on-site evening staff during select orientation sessions from 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM.

What is the department hiring for this position?

The position is in the New Student Programs Department within the Division of Academic & Student Affairs (DASA) at NC State University.

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Raleigh, NC.

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