Internship Program Manager

Doerr School of Sustainability, Stanford, California, United States

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Student Services

Post Date 2 days ago

Requisition # 104726

This position is based on Stanford’s main campus with consideration given to the option for a hybrid work schedule (partially onsite and offsite), subject to operational need. Interested candidates must include a resume and cover letter to be considered for this position

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

About Us

The Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability strives to create a future when humans and nature thrive in concert and in perpetuity. The school is made up of a three-part structure to drive global impact: Our academic departments and programs educate students and create new knowledge across areas of research that are crucial for advancing the long-term prosperity of the planet and people; Institutes bridge scholarship at Stanford and beyond, bringing multiple viewpoints to bear on urgent challenges; The Sustainability Accelerator drives new policy and technology solutions through a worldwide network of partners who work with our teams to develop solutions at a global scale. The school is dedicated to creating and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment, and to creating solutions that benefit all people, particularly those most affected by environmental damage and climate change.

For more information on the school, clickhere.

SDSS seeks a talented and committed professional to serve as the manager of the SDSS Summer Internship Program, whose experiences and strengths demonstrate the ability to develop internship roles with external partners and engage on career focused topics with Stanford students. SDSS grants bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees in STEM fields of sustainability plus the social sciences.

The Internship Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing the new SDSS Summer Internship Program, in pursuit of school strategic goals. The position works in close collaboration with school leadership, and is responsible for developing campus relationships in support of students seeking sustainability-related professional experiences. This position will report to the Assistant Dean of Professional Development and Community Building.

Your Responsibilities will include:

• Develop and direct the growing internship program, including managing and developing relationships with employers and managing the student cycle (marketing, application, interview, wrap around support through to end of experience reflections) as well as the budget

• Work closely with SDSS external relations staff to diversity and increase the number of internship opportunities, ensuring a breadth of industries (for profit, non-profit, NGO, etc) as well as geographic locations.

• Investigate, interpret and implement university policies that govern student experiences both domestic and international. This includes pay, immigration, safety and travel policies.

• Partnering with the Wood’s Institute and other SDSS units, expand internship opportunities and develop mechanisms to promote all sustainability internship programs.

• Develop a strong partnership with Career Education to support alumni mixers, career fairs and career-focused round table discussions.

• Manage the SDSS job board.

• Serve as the SDSS representative with campus partners such as the alumni association and the Stanford professional schools’ career services, regarding sustainability careers.

* The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

To be successful in this position, you will need:

• Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.

• Advanced communication skills to clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences, client groups, and all levels of management.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to review and analyze complex information.

• Advanced computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Advanced customer service skills.

• Relevant computer systems/technology experience.

• Understanding of financial transactions.

• Ability to ensure and apply compliance with legal, financial, and university policies and external regulations.

In addition, our preferred qualifications include:

• Knowledge of careers in sustainability

• Demonstrated experience in providing coaching, advising, counseling, or teaching in educational settings to diverse communities, especially with undergraduates.

• Experience developing and executing programs and facilitating group engagements and learning experiences.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; ability to keep track of multiple projects and exhibit sound judgment independently.

• Entrepreneurial, creative, and innovative spirit; comfortable with change, ambiguity, and risk in dynamic environment.

• Multicultural awareness and competence; ability to work in a diverse environment and serve constituents from a wide range of backgrounds.

• Experience and comfort with content management systems, online career platforms, and digital communication.

• Familiarity with student identity development theories, career development theories, and racial/cultural/gender identity development theories. Willingness to learn these skills.

• Knowledge of trends, issues, and opportunities in career development.

*Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting acontact form.

The expected pay range for this position is $105,087 to $124,900 per annum.

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

How to Apply

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Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Additional Information

• Schedule: Full-time

• Job Code: 7503

• Employee Status: Regular

• Grade: I

• Requisition ID: 104726

• Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible