College Intern - Health Exploration Program

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, MO, is seeking a College Intern for the Health Exploration Program to provide curriculum and operational support in a learning-focused setting.

The intern will assist with SEL curriculum, student research projects, classroom management, and collaboration with teachers. This is a temporary, part-time position paid hourly, with opportunities to gain hands-on experience in healthcare education.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in a STEM or health-focused major.
• Adapting to a learning environment and supporting instructional activities.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and students.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and implement curriculum related to social emotional learning.
• Maintain an organized classroom conducive to learning.
• Assist students in developing research projects and curriculum connections.
• Lead teambuilding activities to start the day.
• Assist with operational tasks and coordinate with teachers.
• Prepare supplies and transport equipment and communicate with instructors.
• Deliver modules and classroom materials as needed from storage.
• Take photos and media content for program-related use.
• Address conflicts and facilitate discussion when needed.
• Ensure lab safety guidelines are followed in the classroom.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in STEM/health

Job description

Department:

SOM KC Office of Student Engagement (OSE)

OSE - Temps

Position Title:

College Intern - Health Exploration Program

Job Family Group:

Professional Staff

Job Description Summary:

The College Intern is responsible for providing essential curriculum and operational support for the program. They will maintain a learning-conducive educational environment while assisting with general operational duties and activities.

Job Description:

Job Responsibilities

• Planning, preparing, and implementing curriculum related to social emotional learning through teambuilders and self-care sessions.

• Maintain an organized and fun classroom environment conducive to learning.

• Assist students in the development of research projects: grammar, connection to the curriculum, inter group communication, other.

• Lead teambuilding activities to begin the day.

• Assist with operational efforts and work with teachers as needed.

• Prepare supplies and equipment during the day, communicating with the instructors and staff as needed.

• Deliver any module, classroom, test prep, and general supplies/equipment as needed from the storage closet at the start, during, and at the end of the day.

• Take pictures and media related content of programming as needed by the team.

• Recognize and work through conflicts, invite discussion on differences, and arrange for a third party to assist, if necessary.

• Ensure lab safety guidelines are adhered to in the classroom.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Qualifications

Education: Current student pursuing anAssociate’s or Bachelor’sdegree in a STEM or health focused major.

This position requires enrollment in a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analyticalskillsand professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations.

Work Experience:

• One (1) year experience (ex: work, volunteer, shadowing, internship, other).

• Experience working with various populations.

Preferred Qualifications

Work Experience:

• Two (2) years of experience (ex: work, volunteer, shadowing, internship, other).

• Professional interest in healthcare.

• Experience working with youth, school, or community programs.

Skills

• Communication.

• Interpersonal skills.

• Organization and time management.

• Attention to detail.

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter

Employee Type:

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Part time

Rate Type:

Hourly

Compensation Statement:

The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.

Pay Range:

$21.63 - $29.18

Minimum

$21.63

Midpoint

$25.43

Maximum

$29.18