"Assistant Academic Coordinator (Intern 2026-2027 Academic Year)"

Assistant Academic Coordinator (Intern 2026-2027 Academic Year)

Company:
North Carolina State University

Job Location:
Raleigh, North Carolina

Category:
Academic Advising

Type:
Full-Time

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Department: 240201 - Academic Support Program for Student Athletes

Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:
Division of Academic and Student Affairs
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.

The Office of Academic Support Program for Student-Athletes (ASPSA) is a comprehensive support program that strives to meet the academic, personal and professional development needs of all student-athletes, promoting excellence and effectiveness in undergraduate and graduate education as well as leadership and civic engagement.

The NC State Academic Support Program for Student-Athletes Internship Program has existed since 2005 and was recognized as the National Association of Academic and Student-Athlete Development Professionals (N4A) Model Practices Award winner in 2013.

Position Purpose
This full-time internship is intended to provide hands-on experience and prepare individuals to perform at a high level in full-time positions in academic support for student-athletes following the internship.

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Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Supervise and monitor student-athletes, tutors, and mentors in daytime and evening structured study hall environments, including individual study and tutor sessions.
• Facilitate the creation and regular updating of multiple administrative reports, including academic update reports (AURs), structured study hall attendance, and daily reports related to student academic progress and behavior.
• Work closely with tutorial and mentoring program staff to set up and oversee group and one-on-one tutorial and mentoring sessions based on student-athlete performance and requests, including daily changes to student appointments.
• Determine the academic support needs of an assigned group of student-athletes through regular one-on-one academic meetings and keep accurate records of grades reported.
• Co-teach University Studies Courses (USC), which are designed to support first-year student-athletes in their transition from high school through the first year of college studies.
• Assist in the day-to-day operation of at least one auxiliary area, including class attendance policy and USC curriculum.
• Assist in engaging student-athletes in the course selection and registration process.
• Design and present training to tutors and mentors on topics related to increasing effectiveness in working with students.
• Participate in staff training and mandatory orientations on a variety of subjects related to academic support, including APR/eligibility, registration advising, and recruiting.
• Assist with presentations made to prospective student-athletes during on-campus visits.
• Complete special projects as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be able to problem-solve, make quick ethical and policy-based decisions, and meet deadlines for multiple tasks and supervisors.
• Must have high ethical standards and impeccable personal and professional integrity.
• Must have excellent written, verbal, analytical, and listening skills.
• Must be able to effectively communicate task and internship-related needs to primary and secondary supervisors and other staff members.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Must have computer software application skills to develop written reports.
• Must be attentive to detail and accurate in record keeping.
• Must be able to teach academic success strategies.
• Must have conflict management and interpersonal skills that maximize success in communicating with students who have a wide range of academic backgrounds.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including at least 1-2 evenings per week and most Sundays during the semester.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completed a master's degree in the fields of education, higher education administration or leadership, college student personnel, psychology, sociology, and/or sport management
• At least one year of work experience in an academic support for athletics setting
• A sincere interest in athletic academic counseling as a profession
• Basic knowledge of NCAA rules and regulations, particularly in the areas of initial and continuing eligibility

Required license or certification:
N/A

Position Number: 24JW320

AA/EEO Statement:
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.