About the role#
This internship provides on-the-job training for recent graduates interested in higher education administration, student success, and academic advising. You will work within the Office of Advising Strategies to build a professional portfolio while supporting various campus units. This is a two-year, full-time position designed to bridge the gap between graduation and a career in fields like counseling, human resources, or public service.
What you'll do#
- Train to become a generalist in academic and integrated advising.
- Perform the duties of academic advisors or student success specialists for units across campus as needed.
- Support the advisement community during peak times and targeted events.
- Provide direct support to staff for projects and community engagement initiatives.
- Offer feedback to improve the training experience for personnel.
- Handle tasks ranging from front desk coverage and customer service to data management and proactive student outreach.
What you'll need#
- You are a recent college graduate.
- You hold a degree in Business Administration, Psychology, Sociology, Communications, Human Resources, Public Health, History, or English.
- A strong desire to help college students reach their educational goals.
- Well-developed oral and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Experience collaborating and interacting with diverse groups of people.
Location & details#
- Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- This is a paid, full-time, fixed-term position with a duration of two years.
About The University of New Mexico
The University of New Mexico is a public institution based in Albuquerque. Founded in 1889, the school occupies a 600-acre campus that features Pueblo Revival architecture. It employs more than 10,000 people and offers 210 certificate and degree programs. The university maintains specialties in fields such as medicine, pharmacy, architecture, and law.
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