College Counseling Intern

San Francisco University High School; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

San Francisco University High School in San Francisco, CA, is seeking a College Counseling Intern to support the day-to-day operations of the College Counseling Department. This part-time, temporary role involves on-campus work one day a week when school is in session, beginning immediately and lasting until the week of December 14, 2026.

The intern will proofread letters of recommendation, greet admissions visitors, read and provide feedback on student writing, and assist with PSAT

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Commitment to working with youth and a passion for education.
• Growth mindset and a commitment to learn.

Responsibilities

• One day of in-person work each week through the end of the fall semester.
• Proofread teacher and counselor letters of recommendation.
• Greet and support admissions representatives when they visit campus.
• Read and give feedback on student writing.
• Attend afternoon study hall to support students.

Skills

Growth mindset

Commitment to youth

Excellent writing

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science degree

Tools

Google Suite

Zoom

Canvas

MaiaLearning

Job description

Description

San Francisco University High School (UHS) is a coeducational independent day school located

in the Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco. The school serves approximately 500

students in grades 9-12 with a mission to challenge each individual to live a life of integrity,

inquiry, and purpose larger than the self. Supporting that mission and our community are our

core values of Inquiry, Care, Integrity, Agency, and Interconnection.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The College Counseling Intern supports the day-to-day operations of the UHS College Counseling Department. This is a part-time, temporary role that involves in-person work on campus one day a week when school is in session, beginning immediately and lasting until the week of December 14, 2026.

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor of Arts or Science degree
• Commitment to working with youth and a passion for education
• A growth mindset and a commitment to learn

DUTIES AND COMMITMENT

• One day of in-person work each week through the end of the fall semester
• Proofread teacher and counselor letters of recommendation
• Greet and support admissions representatives when they visit campus
• Read and give feedback on student writing
• Attend afternoon study hall to support students
• Provide extra support and structure to specific students, as directed
• Participate in the administration of the PSAT on Wednesday, October 14
• Support other tasks as needed

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to deliver positive, constructive, and honest feedback, both written and verbal
• Superior writing and organizational skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to hold others to high standards while also offering support and maintaining positive relationship
• Familiarity with the following platforms: Google Suite, Zoom (familiarity with Canvas and/or MaiaLearning a plus
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to follow through with assigned tasks and responsibilities

COMPENSATION

$20/hr [8 hours per week, through December 18, 2026]

BENEFITS

This position is not eligible for benefits

San Francisco University High School values diversity and seeks talented students, faculty,

and staff from diverse backgrounds. All employment decisions are made without regard to

unlawful considerations of race, color, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding,

and related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,

marital status, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, creed, age, mental or physical

disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other

basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.

Note that a clear Live Scan and DOJ report will be the final condition on which employment

is contingent.

NON-DISCRIMINATION

San Francisco University High School is an equal-opportunity employer and makes employment

decisions on the basis of merit. School policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color,

creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or

ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition including genetic characteristics, sexual

orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.