Public Service Rotational Fellow - Higher Ed & Policy

University of North Carolina System; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Gym access on site

Downtown Raleigh amenities

Job summary

The University of North Carolina System is seeking a Presidential Scholar for a one-year, full-time rotational fellowship. You will gain experience across communications, policy, data and analytics, government relations, budgeting, system governance, and academic and student affairs, supporting diverse system-wide initiatives.

This on-site role in Raleigh offers exposure to multiple divisions and a chance to contribute meaningful insights into policy and initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Presidential Scholars must be a recipient of a December 2026 or May 2027 baccalaureate degree from a UNC system constituent institution.

Responsibilities

• Support operational functions across UNC System offices.
• Research higher education topics to inform policy and practice.
• Serve as support staff to multiple divisions and project teams.
• Provide valuable input to System Office policy initiatives and strategic activities.

Skills

Self-starter

Team player

Time management

Cross-functional collaboration

Professionalism

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The University of North Carolina System is seeking a Presidential Scholar for a one-year, full-time rotational fellowship. You will gain experience across communications, policy, data and analytics, government relations, budgeting, system governance, and academic and student affairs, supporting diverse system-wide initiatives.

This on-site role in Raleigh offers exposure to multiple divisions and a chance to contribute meaningful insights into policy and initiatives.