Intern - Strategic Planning (Hourly)

Austin Community College District; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Austin Community College District is seeking an Intern - Strategic Planning (Hourly). With supervision, you will perform high level duties and/or research to develop a working knowledge of a specific area of study.

As a Strategic Planner, you will lead cross-functional teams, design initiatives, manage project timelines, engage external partners in government, industry, and the nonprofit sector, and gain mentorship from senior leaders to build your readiness for leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Under supervision, perform high level duties and/or research to develop knowledge in a specific area.
• Demonstrate independent work within departmental policies and guidelines.
• Develop strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams and design initiatives.
• Manage project timelines and engage external partners in government, industry, and nonprofit sectors.

Skills

work schedule

independence

relationships

interpersonal skills

planning skills

confidentiality

Job description

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Job Posting Title

Intern - Strategic Planning (Hourly)

Job Description Summary

With supervision, will perform high level duties and/or research functions for the purpose of developing a working knowledge of a specific area of study.

Job Description

The Center for Government and Civic Service (CGCS) is seeking a highly motivated, professional, and independent student to serve as a Strategic Planner. You will be treated as a young professional and a junior executive on the CGCS team and expected to perform at such a level by being reliable and accountable. As a Strategic Planner, you will be given significant authority to conceptualize, design, and execute real-world initiatives that impact Austin Community College (ACC), as well as local, state, federal and even global affairs. Working under the mentorship of the Director and Associate Director, you will lead cross-functional teams, design initiatives, manage project timelines, engage directly with external partners in government, industry, and the nonprofit sector, and lead in the execution of initiatives. This role is designed to build your "World Readiness," equipping you with the resilience, agency, and executive skills required for leadership in the nonprofit, public service, or corporate sectors.

Values

• Values intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching
• Is attracted by the college's mission to promote equitable access to educational opportunities
• Cares about student success and collaborates on strategies to facilitate success for populations including first generation college students, low-income students, and students from underserved communities.
• Focused on student academic achievement and postgraduate outcomes
• Welcomes difference and models respectful interaction with others
• Engages with the community both within and outside of ACC

Skills

• Maintaining an established work schedule.
• The ability to work independently within departmental policies and guidelines.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Effectively using interpersonal and communication skills, including tact and diplomacy.
• Effectively using organizational and planning skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
• Maintaining confidentiality of work-related information and materials.

Technology Skills

• Demonstrated proficiency using computer applications, online resources, and other technologies for the classroom.
• Demonstrated proficiency using an online learning management system such as Blackboard to develop and build course content and perform administrative duties (posting office hours, syllabi, etc.)
• Demonstrated proficiency with standard office software

Physical Requirements

Work is routinely performed in an office environment. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing and pulling. Occasional lifting of objects up to 10 pounds. Safety Work safely and follow safety rules. Report unsafe working conditions and behavior. Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.

Pay Rate

$25.10/hour

Number of Openings

1

Job Posting Close Date

October 13, 2026

Clery Act

As required by the US Department of Education, employees are required to report violations under Title IX and, under the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), select individuals are required to report crimes. If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified, trained, and provided resources for reporting. Austin Community College produces an Annual Security Report as required by the Clery Act. This report includes statistics from the previous three years concerning reported crime that occurred on campus; public property adjacent to and accessible from campus; and in certain non-campus buildings/property owned or controlled by ACC. The report includes institutional policies concerning campus security and other safety information. For direct access to the current Annual Security Report, visit www.austincc.edu/asr . You may obtain a hard copy by contacting the Clery Compliance Officer ( [e-mail] ). For an overview, see ACC's Clery Act website.

Disclaimer

The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. ACC reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by ACC at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job.

Come and Make a Difference with Us

Working at ACC offers you an opportunity to be a part of an organization that truly believes in its mission of promoting student success and improving communities. We invite you to learn, explore and experience the many ways ACC promotes individual development and improves the overall quality of life in a vibrant, multicultural community. ACC is looking for people who value open, responsible exchange of ideas, individuals committed to integrity and exemplary standards, and candidates that value personal and professional ownership that generates accountability. ACC offers career employment opportunities as staff, administrators, full-time faculty, and adjunct faculty.

Transcript Request

When applying for a position that requires a college degree or certification from an accredited institution, request from the awarding institution official transcripts and send them directly to: ACC Highland Business Center Attention: E.M. Breedlove, Employment Manager 5930 Middle Fiskville Road, Austin, TX 78752 Photocopies or transcripts stamped "issued to student" are not accepted.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life insurance short- and long-term disability, retirement plans and AD&D.
• Full-time employees participate in the ACC Money Purchase Plan (ACCMPP) as a retirement program required by federal law.
• Full-time staff employees are eligible for ACC medical benefits effective the first of the month after their first 60 days of employment.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Statement

ACC ("ACC" or "College") is an equal education and equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in employment at the college and access to its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 and older), veteran status or military service, disability, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. This includes the prohibition of discrimination, including harassment, against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission.

Language Support

ACC will take steps to ensure that the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and vocational programs.

Job Posting Closing Times Repeat

Job postings are removed from advertising at 12:00 A.M. on the closing date (e.g., at midnight on the day before the closing date).