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If you have questions about the application process, please refer to the Applicant FAQ's.Posting DetailsPosition Information:Posting Number: 20245009VPosition Title: Intern, Academic ProgramsPosting Type: StudentHours/week: 20Eligibility: Work study preferred but open to all studentsSemester: 2024-2025 Academic YearLocation: Vasey HallNumber of positions: 3Department: 576-Dean, Professional StudiesContact Name: Ryan MoffatContact Phone/Extension: 9-8033Position Summary InformationJob Description Summary: The CPS Academic Programs Team is accepting applications for a postgraduate, part-time internship.
This unique opportunity is geared towards individuals with an interest in exploring a career in higher education, specifically in teaching pedagogy and student support services.
This position will assist the Academic Programs Team in the creation and planning of current and new programs for students and faculty.
The successful candidate will employ the use of student development theories to guide their experience, completing a semester-long project that aligns with the student's interests and the needs of the College.Requirements:60% ACADEMIC ADVISING AND STUDENT SUPPORTMeet with and advise assigned students and assist with course registrationPrepare necessary documents for students (i.e., course registration form, degree completion plan, etc.
)Assist with student concerns' communications including discovery process and appropriate response styles.Utilize a holistic approach to academic advisingOversee operation of the CPS Textbook Lending LibraryManage database of Villanova equivalents for transfer creditsCreate preliminary transfer credit evaluations for newly admitted students based on official transcripts and transfer credit policiesAudit and maintain online information and messaging for consistency and accuracyStudent information hub in BlackboardVillanova website contentMonitor advising email account, respond to emails, and triage messages as neededAssist Advising team with programming around Orientation, Commencement, and Pre-College Summer Academy (PCSA)Assist in the planning and facilitation of student support event(s) and outreach initiatives – i.e., Non-Traditional Students, Transfer Students, First Generation Students' Weeks throughout the yearPrepare marketing content for CPS social media outlets.Assist with Personal Enrichment registration in the Fall and Spring semestersAssist Advising team in daily tasks and attend meetings when appropriateSend announcement emails (i.e., last day to add/drop, WX, etc.)
from Blackboard and/or advisor email accountMaintain tracking documents to ensure newly admitted students are receiving necessary onboarding informationUndertake benchmarking research to ensure the team's efforts and services are aligned with institutional goals, higher education trends, and academic advising scholarshipCollaborate with teams in CPS and across the University to understand the collective nature of advising25% PROFESSIONAL EDUCATIONAttend monthly operations meetings and record meeting minutesAttend Go-NoGo meetings as needed to determine the viability of enrollments for a course to run.
Gain a keen understanding of College and fiscal decision-makingAssist with course data reporting on enrollment, grades, attrition and understanding the variety of ways the College uses the dataAttend select Prof Ed course/program orientation(s) as a student services learning opportunity as needed10% INDUSTRY / COMMUNITY PARTICIPATIONCollaborate with teams in CPS and across the University to understand the collective nature of advisingWork with Academic Programs team and campus partners, when applicable, on development and coordination of courses/eventsParticipate in relevant professional development activities and/or associationsJoin NACADA and complete one eTutorialComplete Clifton Strengths assessmentRepresent the advising team and the CPS at various campus events sponsored by CPS and/or the University5% ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIESOther duties as assigned by Academic Programs teamParticipate in events with CPS on occasional nights and weekendsParticipate in College social events and team-building activities when appropriateAdditional Information:Bachelor's degree required; Currently in a master's program, preferably counseling, higher education, or related fieldCandidates must be able to make decisions in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities across the College's programs.
Candidate must have strong organizational, time management and relationship management skills with demonstrated ability to work as a team player.
Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong organizational, problem solving and decision-making skills are required.
The candidate selected must also communicate professionally and efficiently within a fast-paced environment.
The candidate must be proficient in all standard computer applications, including Microsoft office products, extremely proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.
General knowledge of office principles and procedures is required.
The individual must have a deep commitment to the College of Professional Studies, to the University's Catholic/Augustinian heritage and the advancement of its mission, and to serving the needs of a diverse community.Wage Rate: $18/hr for Masters students or $21/hr for Doctoral studentsPosting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Are you currently a registered Villanova student?YesNo* Do you possess a bachelor's degree?No ResponseYesNo* Have you ever worked on campus before?
If "Y", what department and semester/year?
(Open Ended Question)* Are you eligible for work study?YesNoI don't knowOptional Applicant Documents:Required DocumentsCover Letter / Letter of InterestResume / Curriculum VitaeOptional DocumentsLetters of Reference (uploaded by applicant)Other Document #J-18808-Ljbffr