MSA Summer Graduate Programming Intern

The Division of Academic & Student Affairs (DASA) is where students discover connections and community. It is where students live, where they gather, where they improve themselves, each other, and their university. DASA is where students seek guidance and support, both in and outside of the classroom. The division serves all students at NC State through three integrated components: academic affairs, student affairs, and University College.

NC State wants employees to achieve their highest potential at work, learn more about our employee value proposition here (You Belong Here). The Division of Academic and Student Affairs is the place to work for values-driven faculty and staff who are passionate about promoting the success of the whole student.

Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA) researches, designs, and implements culturally responsive events and programs that promote the pursuit of academic success, retention, and graduation of all students.

NC State University Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA) is a unit of the Division of Academic and Student Affairs located in Talley Student Union. MSA is an affirming and empowering space that connects all students to community and resources, enabling them to thrive throughout their educational journey.

Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA) is open to all students from all backgrounds, cultures, and identities and aims to increase student success and belonging through culturally relevant activities that celebrate and affirm our campus community's many identities and lived experiences.

- Our programs and services center on leadership development, academic enrichment, education, mentorship, and student support.

The Summer Graduate Programming Intern will play a vital role in supporting summer programming initiatives, student engagement, and curriculum development for leadership and professional development programs. The intern will work closely with staff and students to enhance the summer experience through event planning, mentorship, and community-building efforts. The intern will help to actualize the goals of increasing student success and belonging through culturally relevant activities that are welcoming and open to all students from all backgrounds, cultures and identities.

Key Responsibilities:

* Assist in the planning and execution of the Annual Symposium for Multicultural Scholars, including logistics, speaker coordination, assessment strategies, and participant engagement.

* Develop and assist in the planning of the annual Cultural Immersion Trip, ensuring a meaningful and educational experience for students.

* Contribute to the planning of the Celebrating Cultures & Community initiative, developing programming that fosters engagement of all members of our NC State Community.

* Assist with the Peer Mentor and Professional Development (Pro Devo) Series Curricular Development, designing engaging content that enhances student leadership and career readiness.

* Participate in tabling for Summer Orientation, providing information and resources to incoming students about the department.

* Support the facilitation of Summer Start Programs to help students transition successfully into the institution.

* Assist in creating engaging social media posts, stories, and visual content tailored to each platform's audience.

Additional Benefits of the Role

* Hands-on experience in student affairs, programming, and curriculum development.

* Networking opportunities with professionals in higher education.

* Professional development and mentorship opportunities.

* Private room in an on-campus apartment in a shared apartment space provided at no cost during the internship.

* On-campus parking permit.
* $200 dining dollars.

* Wellness and Recreation Center individual membership during the internship.

* Hourly Compensation up to $4,785 (budget) paid in bi-weekly increments.

Please Note:

This role requires multi-day in-person on-site work at the Raleigh campus of NC State and is not available for remote work.

Is Time Limited Yes If Yes, Appointment Length Summer: 5/18/2026 - 7/24/2026 (11 weeks) Wolfpack

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