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Student and University Affairs

Graduate Intern Program

The graduate internship prepares students for a wide range of career opportunities in student services at the postsecondary level. This program provides students with an opportunity to develop first hand knowledge of student affairs professions and gain hands-on experience in many areas with the Division of Student Affairs.  Furthermore the Graduate Internship program will afford students the opportunity to analyze the functions of various administrative departments, to examine the relation of departments to each other and to the institution, and to understand contemporary societal issues and their impact from an institutional perspective. Working with experienced student affairs administrators the interns will work to improve the quality of campus life, foster a safe, healthy and respectful environment, support academic achievement and success, and promote leadership and civic engagement.  The interns also participate in University wide projects and professional development opportunities to begin developing a professional network.

Graduate Internships are 10 month positions (early August through May), 35 hours per week. Interns work with various offices within the Division of Student and University Affairs. In some instances summer work may be available. It is anticipated that internships will be offered for 2 consecutive academic years, however, due to funding and performance considerations positions are offered as a single year appointment-subject to renewal and are contingent on an applicant being accepted and maintaining good standing in an appropriate graduate program at SCSU.

 

Learning Outcomes Supported By The
Graduate Internship Program:

  • Demonstrate professional knowledge of the organization and administration of Student Affairs
  • Make positive contributions as Student Affairs practitioners
  • Integrate research and theory of higher education into practice of student affairs work
  • Acquire an understanding of higher education as reflective of society and  in response to diverse societal needs and issues
  • Learn the assessment process using research and data to evaluate program strengths and weaknesses
  • Develop skills including problem solving, counseling, organization, collaboration, program development, communication and ethics based decision making. 
  • Demonstrate high-level critical thinking, analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Develop an understanding and appreciation of gender and racial dynamics and other socio-cultural identity differences
  • Gain an understanding of the social context and complexities of higher education
  • Learn to assess the impact of social, demographic, economic, political and legal trends
  • Begin building a professional network

 

Opportunities THAT Foster Learning Outcomes WITHIN THE GRADUATE INTERN PROGRAM:

  • Professional internship experiences with opportunities for progressive responsibility 
  • Reading/research assignments focusing on current and future trends in the profession
  • Self-reflective projects and assignments that encourage students to examine their leadership style and communication abilities
  • Professional development opportunities including leadership training
  • Participation in departmental evaluation and assessment
  • Participation in University wide projects
  • Evaluation and feedback from internship supervisors
  • Collaboration with other Graduate Interns and peer mentoring among the group

 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Preference will be given to candidates with previous student leadership experience.
  • Prior to employment, candidates must be matriculated graduate students at Southern Connecticut State University.
  • Candidates should demonstrate ability to work independently to provide leadership for staff and students and as a contributing member of a team.
  • Candidates should possess proven ability to develop and maintain positive relations with students of diverse backgrounds and interests.

 

Compensation:

  • Tuition waiver for up to a total of 18 credits as a part-time graduate student during the academic year starting in the fall and ending in the summer,  including Winter session and Summer session.  Graduate students attending Southern full-time shall be required to pay full-time General Fund tuition, and a University General fee for accident/health insurance.  Whether part-time or full-time, the student must pay all other University fees.
  • Renumeration of $15,000. Summer employment opportunities may be available.

 

Job Descriptions:

The SCSU Division of Student Affairs offers Graduate Internships in the following 23 departments:

Currently, the Division is seeking to fill the following graduate intern positions for the 2012-2013 academic year. 

  • Dean of Students 
  • Career Services
  • Disability Resource Center
  • Multicultural Center 
  • Residence Life (Multiple positions) 
  • Student Life (Multiple positions)
  • Student Center - Fitness Center
  • Women's Center - Men's Program
  • Counseling Services

For more information, contact Karen Morcaldi at morcaldik1@southernct.edu.

 

To Apply:

  • Resume, Graduate Intern Position Interest Form, letter of interest, and reference list for three academic or professional references should be submitted to:
    Office of the Assistant Vice President and Dean of Student Affairs
    Southern Connecticut State University
    Attn: Dr. Peter Troiano
    EN A106
    501 Crescent Street
    New Haven, CT 06515
  • Electronic submission of materials is encouraged. Please forward materials to: morcaldik1@southernct.edu or fax to (203)392-5705 by April 23, 2012. Deadline has been extended to Monday, April 30, 2012.

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