High School Internship Coordinator

Student U is a community organization that uses the power of education, advocacy, and leadership to build a just and equitable Durham. Within systems that perpetuate racism, poverty, and other systemic injustices, and that fail to allocate resources equitably, Student U sees brilliant students and engaged families who know that they’re capable of incredible things. In order to break the cycle of poverty and help shape a new future for our city, we empower and equip first-generation college students in Durham Public Schools, their families, and educators to become the leaders that will transform our city for the better.

Student U’s High School Program Internship Coordinator is designed for a person with strong communication and leadership skills and a desire to support students in reaching their college and career goals. The Internship Coordinator will report to the High School Program Coordinator to create an exceptional summer experience for our rising juniors and seniors. More specifically, the Internship Coordinator will be responsible for managing the daily operations of Student U’s on-campus summer internship program for some of our rising juniors and seniors. This includes preparation for the summer during the spring semester. This team will also plan and facilitate weekly professional development sessions for all juniors and seniors during the summer. The Internship Coordinator is responsible for creating a positive, safe environment for all interns to learn and grow, along with building a supportive community among the interns. The Internship Coordinator serves as a role model to all on-campus interns and Student U students and is responsible for upholding the organization’s core values at all times.

*Ideal Start Date: Monday, May 20th, 2024*

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Pre-Summer (part-time, February – June, approximately 5-7 hours/week)

• Plan, attend, and support with the implementation of the Internship Fair during U Prep Day (Saturday, February 24, 2024)
• Attend Staff Launch on April 13th 9:00 am -1:00 pm
• Review student internship applications and co-facilitate Interview Day(s) on Saturday April 27th, 2024 9:00am-1:00pm, via zoom
• Back-up Interview Day(s) April 30th (In-person or via zoom TBD) 5:00-7:00 pm
• Support the High School Program Coordinator in the selection and placement of all interns
• Co-plan and lead Internship and Supervisor Orientation with the High School Program Coordinator
• Begin planning and executing Summer Academy Career Day
• Co-plan Professional Development Days (Future Fridays)for juniors and seniors to be implemented in the summer
• Co-plan Summer Internship Field Trip that will take place on Friday, July 19th, 2024.
• Attend weekly check-ins with High School Program Coordinator (in-person or via zoom)

Summer (full-time, June 5 – August 1, 7:30am-4:30pm)

• Co-lead Internship Launch Day with the High School Program Coordinator
• Create and maintain a positive, supportive, and safe environment for all interns
• Supervise and manage a team of on-campus interns to ensure they meet personal/program goals (track attendance, provide support, conduct check-ins, evaluations, daily assignments, etc)
• Hold all interns (on campus and off campus) accountable in regards to attendance, timeliness, professionalism, and fulfilling their responsibilities; and hold all interns accountable on PD Fridays (all on campus on Fridays)
• Lead interns in weekly Professional Development on Fridays: these may be on-campus and off-campus
• Co-plan and co-lead the creation and execution of Career Day for the Summer Academy students
• Facilitate the completion of special projects for full-time staff members by delegating tasks among the on-campus interns (including but not limited to student surveys, vision screenings, etc.)
• Coordinate Presentation of Learning Day for the interns and support all interns in successfully completing a thoughtful POL
• Support High School Program Coordinator with any additional tasks
• Evaluate the success of the internship program with HS Program Coordinator and the HS Team

Required Dates:

• April 27, 2024 Internship Interview Day
• April 30, 2024 Internship Interview Back-Up Day
• June 15, 2024 Family Day
• May 18, 2024 Site-Supervisor Training
• June 21, 2024 Intern Launch Day
• June 1-21, 2024 Teacher Orientation (flexible depending on school schedule)
• June 24 – August 1 Summer Internship Program (M-F) +Reflection Week

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Enthusiasm for and understanding of the internship program
• Willingness to learn and able to take feedback
• Experience working in teams and leading peers
• Ability to create open and supportive work environments and effective teams
• Excellent organizational, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
• Team player who is willing to support their co-workers
• Demonstrated commitment to your own education and professional development

• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Ability to engage, work with, and manage people without reliance on their supervisor
• Belief in the Student U mission, educational philosophy, and core values
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred: participation in the Student U Internship Program as an intern or previous experience with Student U

Anti-Discrimination Policy & Commitment to Equity & Child Safeguarding Policy

• Student U is committed to fostering an inclusive culture within our organization where people from various backgrounds can participate fully and equitably, as we want to engage all those who can contribute to our mission.
• Student U has a commitment to ensuring the safety of our students. All staff will participate in the Darkness to Light Training, which is a child safeguarding training to help them understand why it is necessary to safeguard and protect children and to be fully aware of the procedure for reporting concerns.

Benefits

Compensation: $17 hourly rate

Please submit a résumé, answers to the following questions, and contact information for 2 references by May 10th, 2024 to apply. Please limit your response to each question to 500 words or less. If you have any questions about the application process, please contact Ellen Holmes [email protected].