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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, 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 and begin developing a professional network.

Graduate Internships are 10 month positions (early August through May), 35 hours per week, and 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 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 a 3.0 GPA 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 practices of student affairs work
  • Acquire an understanding of higher education as reflective of society and  response to a diversity of 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. 
  • High-level critical thinking, analysis and problem-solving skills
  • Understanding and appreciation of gender and racial dynamics and other socio-cultural identity differences
  • Understanding of the social context and complexities of higher education
  • Comprehension of the impact of social, demographic, economic, political and legal trends
  • Begin building a professional network

 

Opportunities To Foster Learning Outcomes:

  • 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

 

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.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently to provide leadership for staff and students and as a contributing member of a team.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain positive relations with students of diverse backgrounds and interests.

 

Compensation:

  • Tuition waiver for up to 18 credits as a part-time graduate student during the academic year starting in the fall and ending in the summer.  This includes Winter session and Summer session.  If the graduate student is attending Southern as a full-time student, the student 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.

 

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 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 and fax the Graduate Intern Position Interest Form to (203)392-5705.
  • Materials for first consideration are due by May 1st.  Interviews will begin in early May.  Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

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