Graduate Intern

POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Graduate Intern plays a key role in helping College of Science and Engineering Career Services accomplish its mission of providing career development education and resources to CSE undergraduates, graduate students, and alumni in order to help them achieve professional success. Once trained, the Intern will provide individual career counseling and outreach presentations to students on a variety of topics including resume/cover letter writing, interview practice, job and internship search and networking. The Intern will be an integral part of the CSE Career Services team and be supervised by the Senior Career Counselor.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
65% Career Counseling

• Conduct one-on-one career counseling appointments and drop-ins for CSE students and alumni.

15% Outreach

• Design and facilitate career-related presentations and workshops for CSE students.

10% Career Services Programming

• Assist Career Services staff with the planning, marketing and execution of Career Services programming and special events.

10% Additional Responsibilities

• Conduct research for student resources containing relevant career, job and internship information.
• Collaborate with academic advising, collegiate life, and academic departments on career development initiatives.
• Represent CSE Career Services at College and University-wide events.
• Attend career services, counselor, and student services all-staff meetings.
• Other duties which support the goals and mission of CSE Student Services.

LOGISTICS

• The position begins in late August 2025 prior to the school year beginning (start date is negotiable) and continues until May 2026. The intern should expect to work between 15-20 hours per week, or as required by their graduate school program.
• Interns will begin with the observation of individual student appointments and workshops, proceed to supervised appointments, and then independent appointments.
• Supervision will be provided on a weekly basis by one of the professional master's level career counselors on-site. Supervision by a licensed practitioner (LPC, LPCC, Psychologist, etc.) will not be available.
• The position will be in-person on the Twin Cities campus of the University.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently enrolled in a graduate program in counseling, student affairs, psychology, higher education or a related field and a preference for completion of at least one year of graduate studies by the start of the internship. A B.A. or B.S degree is required.
• Desire to focus on career counseling in a higher education setting.
• Ability to speak publicly and conduct group presentations.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proven commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion and a passion for supporting the career development and success of all students.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively.

College of Science and Engineering Student Services provides future and current undergraduate students holistic support to promote student success, meaningful engagement, and personal and professional development. With diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice in the forefront of all services, programs, and initiatives, we continuously strive to create access to opportunities, enhance inclusive environments, and identify and remove barriers for students. CSE Student Services is made up of more than 30 staff employees within the following units: Academic Advising, Career Services, Student Engagement, DEI, Women in Science and Engineering (WISE), International Programs, Youth Programs, Recruitment and Admissions, and Undergraduate Scholarships; and is led by the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Programs.

CSE Career Services provides comprehensive career services to approximately 6000 undergraduate students in 20 different majors, as well as graduate students and recent alumni. CSE Career Services is committed to providing innovative services and resources for diverse populations of students, alumni, and employers that prepare CSE graduates for the competitive job market.

Fixed Pay Range: $16.00 / hour

Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

• Priority application deadline is Friday, February 14 by 4:30pm. Early applications are encouraged. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis until position is filled.
• A complete application will include a resume, cover letter and the names, titles, email address and phone numbers of 3 people who can provide professional references.
• In your cover letter, please identify why you are interested in a career services internship with the College of Science and Engineering.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

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The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).