2024-2025 Shaw University Divinity School Internships

Shaw University; Raleigh; On-site; CAD 28,034 - 37,378; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious divinity institution in Raleigh is offering a part-time internship for students who will support event planning and execution. Interns are expected to assist with four key events, including the Minister's Conference, and will develop skills in organizational tasks while collaborating with faculty. Candidates must be enrolled in good standing at Shaw University and possess strong interpersonal and computer skills. The internship includes a mix of remote and in-person responsibilities, emphasizing teamwork and flexibility.

Qualifications

• Engaged as a student in good standing at Shaw University Divinity School.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Proficiency with MS Office software.

Responsibilities

• Assist directors in planning and executing events.
• Support four in-person events, including the Minister's Conference.
• Prepare materials and communicate post-event follow-ups.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Flexibility

Presentation Skills

Computer Skills

Education

Enrolled as a Shaw University Divinity School student

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

2024-2025 Shaw University Divinity School Internships

Job Category: General Staff

Requisition Number: 20242001673

• Posted: October 31, 2024
• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

Interns will report to a director of a Shaw University Divinity School program, such as the Center for Racial and Social Justice, Black Church Revitalization Collaborative, and Nurturing Children and Youth for the Future. Interns will assist the directors in carrying out programming and events, including, but not limited to, the 2025 Shaw University Divinity School Minister's Conference.

Essential Job Functions

Internship Modality

• Internships will involve both remote and in-person responsibilities.
• Students must be available to support approximately four (4) in-person events during the internship.
• One of the events is the Minister's Conference April 2-4, 2025. Please note: events may be held on campus or off-site and interns are responsible for their own transportation to all events.

Internship Requirements

• Interns will receive training.
• Interns will assist the director in the preparation, carrying out, and follow-up of approximately four (4) in-person events, one of which will be the Minister's Conference in the Spring.
• Preparation for each event: work with the SUDS program director to prepare for events, including designing materials, scheduling venues, transport of materials, various arrangements, etc.
• In-person support of each event: attend and staff the event. Responsibilities may include set-up and tear down, hosting, check-in, moderating, photography, tech support, etc.
• Follow-up for each event: work with the SUDS program director to follow-up on the event, including building database, surveys, and other communications.
• Interns must have flexibility and be available for the Minister's Conference, April 2-4, 2025, as well as other in-person events to be arranged with directors at the beginning of the internship.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Minimum Job Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Enrolled as a Shaw University Divinity School student in good standing.
• Ability to effectively engage and work together with others.
• Proficient computer skills utilizing MS Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Ability to effectively multi-task and produce accurate professional work products under demanding timelines.
• Flexibility and willingness to periodically travel independently and work extended workdays and occasional weekends as needed to meet desired objectives (i.e., Shaw Days, conferences, etc.).
• Demonstrated interpersonal and organizational skills. Familiarity with the characteristics of a private, religious-affiliated institution of higher education.
• Legally operate an automobile in the State of North Carolina – valid driver's license.

Certificates, Licenses, or Registration: None

Other Competencies (skills, abilities, behavior)

• Must have a philosophy that is consistent with the Mission, Vision and Core Values of the Shaw University.
• Vision, commitment, and experience in achieving goals and pursuing excellence is critical.
• Strong oral and written presentation skills.
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of a team.
• Excellence in organization, decision-making, problem-solving and creating a collaborative environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in English.

Physical Demands

Ability to sit or stand for up to 8 hours/day. Some lifting (up to 25 pounds occasionally), bending, and carrying. Specific vision abilities include the ability to use close vision. The employee is regularly required to talk and hear, and to use hands and fingers to handle or feel. Heavy local travel required.

Qualifications

Skills

Required

Flexibility

Novice

Preferred

Technology

Novice

MS Office

Novice

Behaviors

Required

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Experience

Required

• Enrolled as a Shaw University Divinity School student in good standing.
• Ability to effectively engage and work together with others.

Preferred

• Flexibility and willingness to periodically travel independently and work extended workdays and occasional weekends as needed to meet desired objectives (i.e., Shaw Days, conferences, etc.).
• Demonstrated interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills utilizing MS Word, Excel, and Power Point.

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