Intern Academic Policy

University of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 23,419; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Academic credit may be available

Job summary

A public research university in Boston seeks an Academic Policy Intern to assist with education policy research and analysis. You'll collaborate with the Senior Vice President, creating executive summaries and presentations on key higher education topics. Ideal candidates are current UMass students with strong writing skills, creativity, and attention to detail. This part-time internship offers a pay rate of $17 per hour, with flexibility for remote work.

Qualifications

• Current UMass student enrolled in undergraduate or graduate program.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Reliable and detail-oriented with strong multitasking ability.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Senior Vice President on higher education policy.
• Develop executive summaries, presentations, and memos.
• Research and synthesize information on education policies.

Skills

Effective writing

Creative content development

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Detail-oriented

Ability to multitask

Education

Current UMass student enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program

GPA 3.0 or higher

Job description

Intern Academic Policy

• Job no: 529693
• Position type: Internship
• Campus: UMass President's Office
• Campus Location: Beacon Street-Boston
• Department: Academic Affairs
• Categories: Academic Affairs
• Advertised: Mar 19 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
• Applications close:

Primary Work Location: One Beacon Street, Boston, MA and remote.

Job Summary: The Academic Policy Intern for the Department of Academic Affairs, Student Affairs and Equity will work with the Senior Vice President on topics related to higher education policy, Massachusetts general law, UMass trustee policies, federal higher education policy, as well as summarizing and synthesizing current executive orders, memoranda, and proclamations from the federal government that impact higher education and UMass.

Specifically, the candidate will develop executive summaries, presentations, memos, and other educational and information materials that advance the use of artificial intelligence to conduct in-depth research, gather intelligence, and synthesize informationon the topics mentioned above and the five UMass campuses.

The candidate should be an effective writer, a creative content developer for presentation and slide deck development, and conscientious in their work. An enthusiasm for innovation, equity, and adapting to new tools and technologies is preferred.

This part-time internship has a pay rate of $17 per hour. Academic credit may also be available.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience):

• Current UMass student enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program of study.
• GPA 3.0 or higher.
• Creative, eager to learn, motivated, and willing to take the initiative on assigned projects/tasks.
• Reliable and detail-oriented with a strong ability to multitask, stay organized, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must be well organized, detail-oriented, and possess good follow-up skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion when interacting with staff.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint).

Working Conditions: Hybrid work environment. Primarily located at the UMass President’s Office located at One Beacon Street, Boston, MA with remote work.

Any offers of an internship within the President's Office are conditioned explicitly upon the potential candidate consenting to and completing a background review.

Completed applications must be submitted online. The application must include a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references.

Students who have experienced economic disadvantage, are the first in their family to attend college or graduate from college or haveattended or engaged with community colleges or dual enrollment programs are encouraged to apply.

The University of Massachusetts President’s Office welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.