Internship Manager for Humanities and Social Sciences
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Bachelor’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Three (3) years of full-time administrative work experience (student experience may be considered). Experience in higher education, public service, non profit or related field.
Master’s degree (foreign equivalent or higher). Coaching experience. Experience developing programs for college audiences. Experience working with diverse populations. Experience managing/producing virtual meetings and events. Presentation experience to college/college educated audiences. Experience using databases and spreadsheets to track information and/or develop reports. Project management experience.
The Internship Manager for Humanities and Social Sciences will develop and manage career development, internship and experiential learning initiatives for the College of Arts & Sciences and related academic departments, faculty, employers, alumni, and other campus and community partners. The position will expand access to meaningful, career-connected experiences for students across Humanities and Social Sciences disciplines and help students translate their academic learning into career opportunities. The successful candidate will demonstrate a growth mindset, strong work ethic, creativity, resourcefulness, and excellent communication and relationship-building skills. The position requires the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.Career Development and Coaching:Provide individual and group career coaching to undergraduate students, graduate students and alumni across Humanities, Social Sciences and related programs in-person and virtually. Support students with career exploration, identifying and articulating transferable skills, internship and job search strategies, and networking. Prepare students to become competitive applicants for internships and employment across a variety of industries.Internship Development and Faculty Partnerships:Identify and connect students in Humanities and Social Sciences disciplines with internship opportunities. Develop strong relationships with faculty and academic departments to support the integration of career readiness and experiential learning into the student experience. Collaborate with faculty on credit-bearing internships and other experiential learning opportunities and support alignment between academic learning and workplace experiences.Programming and Career Readiness:Design and implement in-person and virtual career readiness programs for Humanities and Social Sciences students in collaboration with faculty, employers, alumni, and campus partners. Develop programs that help students connect their academic knowledge and transferable skills to career pathways.Assessment, Data, and Reporting:Collect, track, and analyze internship and experiential learning data, including student participation, placements, employer engagement, skill development, learning outcomes, and other outcomes.Professional Development and Committee Involvement:Participate in opportunities that promote your learning, growth, and development (i.e. classes, training, committee, webinar, etc.). Contribute to the Division of Student Affairs and Stony Brook University by attending and/or supporting events, activities, and programs sponsored by areas outside of your individual unit/department (i.e. campus wide traditions, events, programs, etc.). Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission.Evening and weekend work may be required at times.Special Notes:
This is a full-time appointment. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.
Salary: $65,000 + $4,000 Location Pay = $69,000 Total Compensation
In addition to the employee's base salary, this position is eligible for $4,000 UUP annual location pay, paid biweekly.
Essential Position: This has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. Positions that are designated as such may be required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.
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Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.
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Official Job Title: Senior Career Planning and Development Associate
: Administrative & Professional (non-Clinical)
: US-NY-Stony Brook
Department/Hiring Area: Career Center
: Full-time
:Day Shift Shift Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
: Sep 22, 2026
: Oct 7, 2026, 3:59:00 AM
Salary:$65,000
Appointment Type: Term
Salary Grade:SL3
SBU Area:Stony Brook University
