Experiential Education and Program Support Intern
Inside Higher Ed, Lexington, KY, United States
Job Title
Experiential Education and Program Support Intern
Requisition Number
DU14504
Department Name
1B210: Career and Academic Support
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$12.00 an hour
Type of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part‑Time
Required Education
Must be enrolled at the University of Kentucky.
Required Related Experience
n/a
Required License/Registration/Certification
n/a
Physical Requirements
Lifting, pushing and pulling objects up to 25 lbs.
Shift
The ideal candidate will be able to work from August 14, 2026 to May 5, 2027. The candidate will be able to work
10‑15 hours a week
with possible night and weekend events.
Job Summary
The Stuckert Career Center is seeking an Experiential Education and Program Support Intern for the academic year of 2026‑2027. The intern will have the opportunity to learn skills in educational planning, developing program materials, research, data analysis, communications, and customer and patron relationship management, while gaining an understanding of student career development at the University of Kentucky. As part of the Stuckert Career Center team, the intern will gain valuable, practical skills through the support of career events, campus community hospitality, and career center support. This internship is overseen and guided by the Assistant Director for Experiential Education and all activities are informed by principles and practices of exemplary customer service and hospitality.
Responsibilities
The internship will serve as main program support for the Office for Experiential Education. Programs include Wildcat Works, UK Job Shadow Program, Experiential Education Annual Awards, Experiential Education EXPO, internship programming, Success Starts Here Labs, and EXP Course Credit.
Work with the Marketing and Communications Intern and the Video and Photography Intern to generate, manage, edit, and layout content for marketing needs such as newsletters, profile pieces, press releases, brochures, and flyers.
Serve as the Stuckert Career Center representative at career‑related events, talking to current students, prospective students, alumni, and employers.
Help organize and take inventory of materials.
Desk operations including serving as the first point of contact for students, staff, and guests; checking students in; answering the phone; processing emails; routing questions; providing resources; running errands; filing; general office tasks; and assisting staff with projects.
Other duties may be assigned to ensure the overall success of the Stuckert Career Center.
Training and Development
Required August all‑student staff training (Sunday before first day of class).
Required January all‑student staff training (Sunday before first day of class).
Bi‑weekly all‑student staff meetings.
Weekly one‑on‑one supervisor meetings.
Technology and career‑related trainings.
Career development assistance.
Special Project Assignment.
College Credit
College credit may be obtained by reviewing the experience with your academic advisor.
Eligibility
This position is open for Federal Work‑Study eligible students.
Qualifications
Knowledge of marketing on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok platforms.
Experience with Canva, Canvas, Qualtrics, and Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to create lesson plans and lead public talks.
General understanding of experiential education.
Attention to detail; strong multi‑tasking and time‑management skills.
Strong organization and interpersonal skills.
Positive energy and willingness to pitch in and be a team player wherever needed.
Ability to think quickly on their feet, be flexible, creative, forward‑thinking, and adaptable to their situations.
Ability to think creatively to solve last‑minute challenges.
Ability to work independently but integrate with a larger cohesive team.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No
Deadline to Apply
04/24/2026
EEO Statement
The University follows both the federal and state constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, or social or economic status. Candidates may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings such as a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Experiential Education and Program Support Intern
Requisition Number
DU14504
Department Name
1B210: Career and Academic Support
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$12.00 an hour
Type of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part‑Time
Required Education
Must be enrolled at the University of Kentucky.
Required Related Experience
n/a
Required License/Registration/Certification
n/a
Physical Requirements
Lifting, pushing and pulling objects up to 25 lbs.
Shift
The ideal candidate will be able to work from August 14, 2026 to May 5, 2027. The candidate will be able to work
10‑15 hours a week
with possible night and weekend events.
Job Summary
The Stuckert Career Center is seeking an Experiential Education and Program Support Intern for the academic year of 2026‑2027. The intern will have the opportunity to learn skills in educational planning, developing program materials, research, data analysis, communications, and customer and patron relationship management, while gaining an understanding of student career development at the University of Kentucky. As part of the Stuckert Career Center team, the intern will gain valuable, practical skills through the support of career events, campus community hospitality, and career center support. This internship is overseen and guided by the Assistant Director for Experiential Education and all activities are informed by principles and practices of exemplary customer service and hospitality.
Responsibilities
The internship will serve as main program support for the Office for Experiential Education. Programs include Wildcat Works, UK Job Shadow Program, Experiential Education Annual Awards, Experiential Education EXPO, internship programming, Success Starts Here Labs, and EXP Course Credit.
Work with the Marketing and Communications Intern and the Video and Photography Intern to generate, manage, edit, and layout content for marketing needs such as newsletters, profile pieces, press releases, brochures, and flyers.
Serve as the Stuckert Career Center representative at career‑related events, talking to current students, prospective students, alumni, and employers.
Help organize and take inventory of materials.
Desk operations including serving as the first point of contact for students, staff, and guests; checking students in; answering the phone; processing emails; routing questions; providing resources; running errands; filing; general office tasks; and assisting staff with projects.
Other duties may be assigned to ensure the overall success of the Stuckert Career Center.
Training and Development
Required August all‑student staff training (Sunday before first day of class).
Required January all‑student staff training (Sunday before first day of class).
Bi‑weekly all‑student staff meetings.
Weekly one‑on‑one supervisor meetings.
Technology and career‑related trainings.
Career development assistance.
Special Project Assignment.
College Credit
College credit may be obtained by reviewing the experience with your academic advisor.
Eligibility
This position is open for Federal Work‑Study eligible students.
Qualifications
Knowledge of marketing on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok platforms.
Experience with Canva, Canvas, Qualtrics, and Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to create lesson plans and lead public talks.
General understanding of experiential education.
Attention to detail; strong multi‑tasking and time‑management skills.
Strong organization and interpersonal skills.
Positive energy and willingness to pitch in and be a team player wherever needed.
Ability to think quickly on their feet, be flexible, creative, forward‑thinking, and adaptable to their situations.
Ability to think creatively to solve last‑minute challenges.
Ability to work independently but integrate with a larger cohesive team.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No
Deadline to Apply
04/24/2026
EEO Statement
The University follows both the federal and state constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, or social or economic status. Candidates may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings such as a national background check and/or drug screen.
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