First Year Experience & Student Transitions Intern

First Year Experience & Student Transitions Intern

Texas Lutheran University invites applications for an intern with the office of First Year Experience & Student Transitions intern. This position works as part of a team to support the success of first-year students and special populations.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide leadership with the TLU First Generation (Gen) Program:
  • Facilitate First Gen planning meetings
  • Support students in preparing for First Gen programs
  • Assist in hosting First Gen programs
  • Participate in First Gen Forward meetings and professional development

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required, enrollment in a Master’s degree program in Student Personnel, Curriculum & Instruction, Student Affairs, Higher Education, Counseling or related field.
• One year part-time, graduate assistantship, or student leadership experience working in Student Affairs.
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others or in a team
• Ability to work with ethnic, cultural and socially diverse student and faculty populations
• Excellent interpersonal skills to represent the Division of Student Affairs and the University with enthusiasm and effectiveness
• Proficiency in software experience: MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Publisher, Canva, Zoom, social media platforms such as Instagram and Facebook

Compensation is based on a 135-hour internship. $1,500 stipend and $150 Bulldog Bucks

Texas Lutheran University, an accredited university affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, is located 35 miles from downtown San Antonio. Please submit a cover letter, application, resume, and the contact information for at least three professional references to:

Human Resources

Texas Lutheran University

1000 W. Court Street

Seguin, Texas 78155 E-mail: humanresources@tlu.edu

Fax: (830) 372-6409

Thinking about the job, but not sure you should apply? We still want to hear from you.

The TLU Division of Student Affairs is committed to being a supportive and rewarding career destination for higher education professionals. In the beginning of that journey, we recognize that not everyone enters the world of work with the same advantage, opportunity, and privilege. This is why your passion, skills, and experiences are valued and could make a difference in how we support our students; but we won’t know if you don’t apply! So don’t be shy, take the time and apply, and let our process and your passion determine the next steps.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. Texas Lutheran University has been consistently recognized as a “Great College to Work For” by the Chronicle of Higher Education. Texas Lutheran University (TLU) is an official U.S. News & World Report “Best Colleges” selection among regional colleges in the West, ranking second on the list for “Best Value,” and fifth overall. This is the eighth consecutive year TLU has been featured on the “Best Value” rankings. Other notable recognitions include TLU’s acknowledgment as a top 20 regional college for Social Mobility—the fourth year the university has appeared in this category. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and also is subject to the provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA). Texas Lutheran University is committed to enhancing diversity and inclusion across all levels of the University. Candidates who believe they can contribute to this goal are strongly encouraged to apply.