Academic Internship Specialist
POSITION DETAILS
Lehman College, of The City University of New York, ranks among the top five institutions in the nation for fostering social mobility. A four-year Hispanic-Serving Institution in the Bronx, Lehman offers bachelor's, master's, and advanced degrees and certificate programs in the Liberal Arts, sciences, and professions. The College's community-driven mission and notable academic programs attract a diverse, international enrollment of over 15,000 students who take courses on its 37-acre, tree-lined campus and online degree programs. Many thousands more community members benefit yearly from its active cultural, educational, health, and economic outreach programs and services.
The School of Arts and Humanities at Lehman College seeks an Academic Internship Specialist for its Arts and Humanities Experiential Learning Program. The Internship Specialist will assist the Dean and the Associate Dean of the School of Arts and Humanities in advancing the School's mission of preparing students for successful and socially responsible careers through high-impact, co-curricular learning opportunities. Reporting to the Dean, and working with the Associate Dean, the faculty, and students, the Internship Specialist will develop and expand experiential learning initiatives across the School. Key responsibilities include creating new partnerships with organizations and employers who provide internships and other experiential learning opportunities for students, and maintaining and expanding existing partnerships.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Create and conduct orientation sessions and workshops for students in the School of Arts and Humanities Experiential Learning Program; coordinate applications, interviews, and placement in experiential learning opportunities, including internships and service projects
Assist in identifying, establishing, and maintaining relationships with a range of partners - corporate, nonprofit, and government partners - to create experiential learning opportunities
Supervise student internships and service projects, ensuring that they foster student development, enhance academic learning, and promote career readiness, and that they adhere to College and governmental policies and regulations
Organize faculty orientation and development in relation to the Arts and Humanities Experiential Learning Program
Assist the School of Arts and Humanities in evaluating program effectiveness through data collection and analysis to guide ongoing improvement
Identify and build relationships with career services and mentorship initiatives at Lehman College; Represent the School of Arts and Humanities at recruitment events and student fairs
Assist the School of Arts and Humanities in tracking and maintaining records and databases of student engagement in experiential learning activities, including tracking post-graduate outcomes
Attend, when necessary, School Executive Committee meetings and department meetings to report on progress in securing partners, internships, and service-learning opportunities
Act as a liaison with external partners and promote the value of experiential learning both within and outside the College
Generate reports that showcase program growth and student success stories
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree and four years' related experience required. Master's degree preferred.
Experience in an academic field within Arts and Humanities. A minimum of four (4) years of experience in student services, career services, human resources, or a related field is required.
Experience in managing partner relationships and creating professional development opportunities for college students or young professionals.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage a diverse range of students, employers, and campus stakeholders effectively.
Technical Proficiency:
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and survey tools
CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW
Supports an academic internship program providing career development and professional work experience.
Acts as liaison between the College and employer sponsors, monitoring the success of students' internship experiences
Supervises student internships, assuring adherence to related College and governmental policies and regulations
Creates and conducts orientation sessions and workshops for students in the internship program; coordinates applications, interviews, and placement as part of overall student outreach
Provides faculty orientation and development related to internship programs
Implements and evaluates competencies and other success factors
Performs related duties as assigned.
CUNY TITLE
Higher Education Assistant
FLSA
Exempt
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary commensurate with education and experience. $109,025
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
HOW TO APPLY
Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
Candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (name, title, organization, and contact information).
CLOSING DATE
Resumes to be received until September 30th, 2026
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 32702
Location: Lehman College
Job Type: Full-Time
