Coordinator of Academic Support and Student-Athlete Welfare

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Rutgers University-Newark is seeking a Coordinator of Academic Support and Student-Athlete Welfare for a two-year internship funded in part by an NCAA grant. The role provides exposure to a range of activities in academic support and student-athlete welfare, helping you identify your interests and build marketable skills for your career.

The intern will work part-time, with evenings and weekend hours as needed, in the Athletics & Recreation Newark department in Newark, NJ, and must hold a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree; strong written communication skills
• Preferred: experience in a collegiate athletic department, either as an athlete or student-worker

Skills

Strong written communication

Experience in collegiate athletics (2)

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

RUN4Success

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title

Coordinator of Academic Support and Student-Athlete Welfare

Department

Athletics & Recreation Newark

Salary Details

30,000.00

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Posting Summary

This is a 2-year intern position, and is being funded in part by a grant from the NCAA. The purpose of the position is to provide the intern with exposure to an experience in a variety of areas to allow them to determine their areas of interest and to obtain the skills and experience necessary to be marketable after their internship has ended

Position Status

Part Time

Posting Number

26FA0730

Posting Open Date

08/21/2026

Posting Close Date

09/30/2026

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's Degree

Certifications/Licenses

N/A

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Bachelor's Degree; strong written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a collegiate athletic department, either as an athlete or student-worker

Equipment Utilized

RUN4Success

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Position will require working nights and weekends

Posting Details

Quick Link to Posting

https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/279069

Campus

Rutgers University-Newark

Home Location Campus

Rutgers University-Newark

City

Newark

State

NJ

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement