Recent Graduate Intern I & II

Note for Current UM Employees

Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

Definition of Class

Recent Graduate Internship Program - Description of Program
The Recent Graduate Internship Program is intended to develop new college graduates into trained professionals with the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to enter the workforce. Duties performed are non-clerical in nature and support the development of the intern.
The Recent Graduate Internship Program is strictly a temporary II assignment (4.5 to 12 months). No exceptions will be made regarding extending the length of an assignment beyond twelve (12) months.

Disclaimer: Acceptance into this internship program does not in any way constitute a promise for or guarantee of continued employment with the University upon completion of the program. Interns may only participate in this internship program once, regardless if s/he is qualified to reapply.

Definition of Class
This position assists in the performance of career specific duties to support the development, coordination, or operation of a program, project, or University department. The incumbent is assigned to a professional mentor who is responsible for developing skills and abilities as they relate to the intern’s chosen field.

 

The Recent Graduate Intern I or II in the Office of Global Engagement will assist with international admissions and communications with prospective international students.

Examples of Work Performed

• Processes international applications and maintains communications with prospective international students through newsletters and social media.
• Maintains leads through UM's various recruitment channels.
• Assists in the development, coordination and/or operation of assigned programs or projects.
• Performs research on a specific topic, compiles data, and creates reports detailing findings.
• Conducts surveys and gathers information through personal contact or written correspondence.
• Provides recommendations to mentor based on review of applicable data.
• Proofreads and/or edits publications, marketing materials, reports, and other related documents.
• Attends departmental meetings and/or career specific conferences as appropriate.
• Updates and maintains social media outlets.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.
• Ensures all assigned tasks are in compliance with University, SEC Conference, and NCAA rules.

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

1. Performs career specific duties under the direct supervision of an assigned mentor.

    

Minimum Education/Experience

Education:

 

Level I - Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university, conferred no later than the date of hire, or verified in writing by the respective Dean’s Office or Registrar’s Office that requirements have been met with certainty for the degree to be conferred, or degree conferred within one (1) year prior to date of hire.

Level II - Masters Degree from an accredited four-year college or university, conferred no later than the date of hire, or verified in writing by the respective Dean’s Office or Registrar’s Office that requirements have been met with certainty for the degree to be conferred, or degree conferred within one (1) year prior to date of hire.

Salary/Wage Information

To learn more about our pay structure and view our salary ranges, click here to visit the Compensation page of our Human Resources website. This link is provided for general pay information. Hourly rate or salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and departmental budget. Note: Unclassified positions (faculty, executives, researchers and coaches) do not have established salary ranges.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.