Internship Advisor

STDT LIFE DEV SPEC 2 SV (005151)

UCPath Position ID: 40090502

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

500377

Approved Date:

3/6/2026 7:34:26 PM

Date Last Edited:

3/6/2026 7:34:21 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

2/13/2023

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

7000O

Organization:

VC STUDENT AFFAIRS

Division Code:

7300D

Division:

CAMPUS LIFE

Department:

373100 - COMMUNITY PROGRAMS OFFICE

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

40090502

Position Description ID

164599

UC Payroll Title:

STDT LIFE DEV SPEC 2 SV (005151)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

SV: STDT SVS & ADV PROF (SSAP)

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40046642

Reports to Payroll Title:

STDT LIFE DEVT SUPV 2

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40053444

Department Head Payroll Title:

STDT LIFE DEV MGR 1

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

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 help manages the day-to-day operations of departmental student support programs to ensure both student success and departmental operational excellence.

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.

Student Internship Program

A1. Coordinate the hiring, supervision, and training of part time, casual-restricted, student intern staff (approx. 50-70) while advising on work priorities in collaboration with departmental management. Facilitate weekly developmental meetings and conduct quarterly one-on-one advising sessions to assess student progress and track individual development goals. (E)

A2. Coordinate and administer the student internship program. Develop and implement a comprehensive yearly curriculum to foster professional growth and leadership skills among student interns. (E)

A3. Collaborate with faculty in various academic departments to facilitate opportunities linking student-led programming with academic research and community-based learning initiatives. (E)

A4. Coordinate seminars and forums that allow students to analyze current events through discussions, guest speakers, and educational media. (E)

A5. Advise Student Leadership Council (SLC) on departmental student service and programming goals. Meeting with student leaders on a bi-weekly basis to discuss items. (E)

A6. Provide mentorship and guidance to individual students regarding leadership development, professional ethics, and strategic planning. (E)

A7. Counsel students in the development of personalized success plans to enhance academic and professional outcomes. (E)

A8. Partner with Student Leadership Council (SLC) to develop evaluative methods for student program success and prepare annual performance reports. (E)

A9. Plan, facilitate, and manage student experiential learning programs within the department. (E)

A10. Administer the day-to-day operations of departmental student support programs and services. (E)

A11. Coordinate student tours for off-campus partners and prospective students, advising participants on departmental resources. (E)

50%

Student Services

Program

Coordination

B1. Coordinate office technology, service agreements, and digital platforms to ensure a functional environment for student support services. (E)

B2. Coordinate department-wide marketing and engagement efforts to increase student visibility and participation in departmental services. (E)

B3. Collaborate with building management and facilities to ensure that student-facing spaces are maintained and optimized for productivity. (E)

B4. Coordinate outreach initiatives, such as open houses and recruitment fairs, to broaden the impact of the department on the student body. (E)

B5. Coordinate student programmatic support and space management for student-initiated outreach projects within department spaces. (E) 

40%

Special Projects

C1. Special Programmatic Projects and other duties as assigned by the Director or Associate Director. (M)

C2. Coordinate student event planning. (E)

10%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

in related area and/or equivalent experience/training

Required

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

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

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.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Student Activities Center

Standing/Walking

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.