Intern Academic Policy

University of Massachusetts; Shrewsbury (MA); Hybrid; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Part time

Job summary

A major educational institution is seeking an Academic Policy Intern to support the Department of Academic Affairs. The role involves working with senior leadership on higher education policy, developing materials that utilize artificial intelligence for research, and requires strong writing and organizational skills. Candidates must be current students with a GPA of 3.0 or higher. This part-time position offers a pay rate of $17 an hour and a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Current UMass student enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program of study.
• GPA of 3.0 or higher to qualify.
• Detail-oriented and reliable with strong multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with the Senior Vice President on higher education policy topics.
• Develop executive summaries and presentations related to federal policies.
• Advance the use of AI for in-depth research and information synthesis.

Skills

Effective writing

Creative content development

Organization

Multitasking

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

Current UMass student

GPA 3.0 or higher

Job description

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 information on 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.

Additional Details

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 have attended or engaged with community colleges or dual enrollment programs are encouraged to apply.