Business and Administration Internship

Overview

Gain Hands-On Experience Supporting Strategic Initiatives at Auburn University - Join the 2026 Fall Cohort!

Administrative Effectiveness at Auburn University is excited to begin the search for a Student Intern! This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that support institutional effectiveness, strategic planning, assessment, and continuous improvement across the university. Students will gain valuable professional experience while developing a broader understanding of the operations that help Auburn thrive.

Established in 2023, Administrative Effectiveness provides leadership for all assessment and effectiveness efforts for administrative and co‑curricular campus units. The mission of Administrative Effectiveness is to actively support quality assessment of units, programs, and services to provide evidence of continuous improvement. The unit develops data‑informed strategies for administrative units that support the institution’s accreditation, assessment, strategic planning, and data‑management efforts. Administrative Effectiveness recommends, plans, develops, implements, and evaluates units and provides resources to cultivate a culture of operational excellence.

Additionally, the following units report directly to Administrative Effectiveness:
Airport, Gogue Performing Arts Center, Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art, Parking Services, Transportation Services, Ombuds Office, and Sustainability.

This position is part of Auburn Business & Administration’s Internship Pilot Program, a cohort‑based experience designed to complement departmental work assignments with professional development, cross‑functional exposure, and networking opportunities across B&A units. Through the program, interns will gain insight into the various functions that support Auburn University while building professional skills and connections that will benefit them throughout their careers.

• Develop assessment and strategic planning resources
• Assist with assessment and strategic planning training opportunities for unit staff members
• Attend office and unit meetings and record minutes
• Perform data entry for evaluations and assessments
• Analyze findings from assessments
• Research assessment and planning best practices
• Assist with administrative program review
• Develop/plan surveys, focus groups, and other assessments
• Assist administrative unit staff members, as needed, on assessment and strategic planning projects
• Provide support to the Assoc. VP and Executive Director of Administrative Effectiveness
• Perform additional duties as requested

• Enrolled student at Auburn University

Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University?

• Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
• Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
• Make a difference! Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life‑changing work our students and employees perform.

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more.