About the role#
This full-time internship provides hands-on experience within the Academic Support Program for Student-Athletes at North Carolina State University. The program prepares individuals for professional roles in athletic academic support. The internship runs from October 1, 2026, through May 14, 2027.
What you'll do#
- Manage a caseload of under-prepared students to build academic skills, time management, and content acquisition.
- Monitor academic progress and coordinate with supervisors and academic staff.
- Collaborate with learning specialists to support student-athletes in one-on-one and group settings.
- Develop and deliver professional development workshops for tutors, mentors, and writing assistants.
- Assist with student screening, assessment, and the creation of academic support plans.
- Facilitate small group sessions for historically challenging courses.
- Co-lead SummerStart groups to help student-athletes transition to college.
- Assist students with disabilities in registering for and accessing academic accommodations.
- Co-teach University Studies Courses for first-year student-athletes.
What you'll need#
- A bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree, or completion of all master’s degree requirements pending internship completion.
- Experience supervising young adults in an educational setting.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including all Sundays and specific weekday evenings.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- High ethical standards and the ability to maintain accurate records.
- Proficiency in computer software for report development.
- Preferred: A master’s degree in education, higher education administration, psychology, sociology, or sport management.
- Preferred: One year of experience in academic support for athletics and knowledge of NCAA regulations, ADA, and learning theory.
Location & details#
- Location: Raleigh, North Carolina.
- Compensation: $18 per hour for 40 hours per week.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Fall 2026 through Spring 2027.
About North Carolina State University
North Carolina State University is a land-grant institution based in Raleigh. It focuses on research and education in fields including engineering, science, technology, and mathematics. The university serves students through a range of programs in agriculture, veterinary medicine, design, and the humanities. It was founded in 1887 and employs over 10,000 people.
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