Internship Advisor

Department Summary

Established in 1970 and formalized as a department within the Campus Life Division of Student Affairs in 2003, the Community Programs Office (CPO) serves as an essential resource for the UCLA student body. Originally housed in Dodd Hall, the CPO transitioned to the Student Activities Center following the student‑led SPARC referendum in 2000. The department provides comprehensive academic, professional, and personal support through programs focused on educational advancement, career development, and access to basic and essential needs resources, while fostering collaboration and engagement within the campus community.

By connecting students with these opportunities, the CPO helps them develop the leadership skills, career readiness, and practical problem‑solving abilities necessary for future success. Through continuous program development and direct support, the CPO remains dedicated to ensuring that students have the tools and resources they need to achieve their goals.

Under the supervision of the Associate Director, the Internship Advisor coordinates the development and implementation of a comprehensive internship curriculum designed to enhance the professional readiness and leadership capabilities of students within the Community Programs Office (CPO). The incumbent provides developmental advising and mentorship to student interns, bridging academic theory with practical community‑based learning initiatives while providing specialized counseling on leadership, professional growth, and strategic planning.

The Internship Advisor spearheads the planning of student experiential learning opportunities and helps manage the day‑to‑day operations of departmental student support programs to ensure both student success and departmental operational excellence.

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• Skill in working independently and following through on assignments with minimal direction. (Required)
• Ability to recognize problems and generate alternatives or offer solutions based on knowledge of procedures and existing guidelines. (Required)
• Ability to create and collaborate as a team with colleagues. (Required)
• Ability to multitask in a multifaceted environment competently and efficiently. (Required)
• Ability to work with students and staff from very diverse backgrounds. (Required)
• Skill in inter‑group dynamics, intercultural relations, and organizational dynamics. (Required)
• Demonstrated skill in employing fundamental counseling techniques with sensitivity sufficient to assist students in making program‑related decisions. (Required)
• Working knowledge of student programs and activities in a large, diverse university setting. (Required)
• Demonstrated ability to provide workshops to enhance the leadership capabilities of student population. (Required)
• Skills in counseling methodologies sufficient to assist students in making strategic plans about their future. (Required)
• Event planning experience. (Preferred)

• Bachelor's Degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training (Required)

• Background Check:
  Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
• Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

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