Grant-Funded WIOA - Youth Opportunity (Work Experience)

Dallas College; Lancaster (TX); On-site; USD 31,684 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

Dallas College offers an internship to gain practical work experience in a field related to the degree being pursued. Interns can shadow and receive training from knowledgeable professionals.

This position is funded by external grant resources. Employment is contingent upon funding availability and program needs. Work hours are 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with potential hybrid arrangements after six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required for effective communication with individuals of an increasingly diverse college community.
• No previous work experience required.
• Official/unofficial transcripts or an Advisory Report will be required.
• Part-time interns are eligible to work up to 19.5 hours per week depending on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Under the close mentorship of a professional staff member, the intern will undertake a range of ongoing activities and assigned projects.
• Projects vary in levels of professional complexity requiring knowledge and expertise gained through the current pursuit of a relevant higher education degree.
• Work as a member of a professional team under the guidance of more senior professional personnel.
• Directly interact with colleagues and/or other stakeholders in planning, implementation, and execution of assigned projects.
• Demonstrate professionalism, arrive on time, and adhere to the supervisor's schedule.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Adaptability

Customer service

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date.

Weekly Work Hours

19.5

Compensation Range

H30

Hourly Rate

$23.78 Hourly

FLSA

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Position Type

Staff

• All positions are considered on-site roles; 2) After six months of employment, employees may have the opportunity to apply for a hybrid work schedule; 3) Academic positions (Faculty) require on-campus presence, even if the role involves teaching online classes, in accordance with state law.

Job Summary

An internship is offered by Dallas College to afford individuals the opportunity to gain practical work experience/knowledge in a field of interest related to the degree being obtained. Individuals can shadow and receive training experiences from knowledgeable professionals.

This position is funded by external grant resources. Employment is contingent upon the availability of funding and program needs. Continued employment is not guaranteed and may be impacted if funding is reduced, modified, or discontinued

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to follow guidelines, procedures, policies and protocols. Must be able to work independently and/or in a team environment, in a professional manner, while achieving common goals.
• Ability to follow directions. Strong work ethic and attention to detail. Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information as required.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals with diverse communities’ representatives, internal/external to the organization to assess user needs, obtain information, and communicate in a clear and logical manner.
• Adaptable to change in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to multitask.
• Must have strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to provide entry-level industry-related work functions in a career and technical work environment.
• Must be able to provide effective customer service.
• Official/unofficial transcripts or an Advisory Report will be required.
• Part-time interns are eligible to work up to 19.5 hours per week depending on business needs.
• Work hours will be between 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday as scheduled by the supervisor.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities

Minimum Requirements

Required Qualifications for Role

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required for effective communication with individuals of an increasingly diverse college community.
• No previous work experience required.

Other Preferred Qualifications For Role

• At least two (2) semesters at an institution of higher learning, preferred.

*** Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***

Key Responsibilities

• Under the close mentorship of a professional staff member, the intern will undertake a range of ongoing activities and assigned projects.
• Projects vary in levels of professional complexity requiring knowledge and expertise gained through the current pursuit of a relevant higher education degree.
• Work as a member of a professional team under the guidance of more senior professional personnel.
• Directly interactions with colleagues and/or other stakeholders or constituents in the planning, implementation, and execution of assigned projects and tasks.
• Demonstrate the highest level of professionalism, which includes arriving on time for designated work, notifying the supervisor of any deviations from the established schedule, and dressing to the standards of the organization and the work being performed.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.

Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

Applications Deadline

August 31, 2026