Remote Campus Engagement and Success Intern

Summary

Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to fostering student success and making a meaningful impact on the academic community. Interns in this position will work approximately 8 hours a month starting in January 2025 and ending in May 2025.

Requirements

• You are a current college student, located in California
• You are majoring in, are interested in, have experience or related skills in a related field (note: all majors welcome)
• You have experience using Microsoft word, and email communications
• You have experience or are open to working collaboratively with others
• You have good attention to detail and double check your work
• You are organized and are able to consistently meet deadlines and communicate updates related to projects
• You are able to work a set schedule during the work week
• Experience using Zoom or other video/telephone software programs, working or completing coursework remotely

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and facilitate monthly peer group meetings
• Provide perspective and guidance on college life and act as a facilitator, guiding Wave-Makers to appropriate campus resources and helping them understand the commitment necessary to succeed
• Offer peer support, modeling effective strategies for learning, and serving as an accountability partner to members of the Making Waves College and Career Program
• Using a growth mindset; facilitate student learning skill development and goal setting group sessions
• Serve as a role model, helping students in Making Waves address challenges and assess progress to goals
• Support students with course planning
• Foster a safe, supportive and welcoming environment, maintaining confidentiality
• Participate in trainings and follow-up meetings as assigned
• Maintain accurate records of interactions, progress, and outcomes to evaluate the effectiveness of support services and inform program improvements