The Maryland Made, Student-Athlete Development unit, at the University of Maryland, is seeking qualified applicants to fill the Big Ten Diversity Fellow Postgraduate Internship position for the 2023-2024 academic year.
 
Background: The Big Ten Diversity Internship program annually provides funding for an entry-level administrative position at each member institution. The internship is intended to provide access, recruitment, and leadership development experience for candidates interested in college athletes.
 
General position summary: As a primary role, this position is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day operations of the Student-Athlete Development unit and supporting the administration with organizational planning. The intern will have the opportunity to interact with Athletic Department staff, campus constituencies, and various corporate and community partners. Will occasionally work nights and weekends.
 
Essential Duties:
·      Report directly to the Assistant Athletic Director, Student-Athlete Development
·      Assist with the creation and implementation of all Maryland Made Student-Athlete Development Career Readiness, Leadership Education, and Identity Development Programming
·      Oversee and manage the Maryland Made Mentor Program and provide program support for the Maryland Leadership Academy, Gossett Transition Program, and Summer Bridge
·      Work alongside staff to create, execute and distribute the Maryland Made Podcast
·      Coordinate and facilitate NCAA-mandated workshops on Sexual Assault Prevention Education and Relationship Violence Prevention and Serve as Athletics representative on Sexual Assault Prevention Committee
·      Create, build, and assist with all Maryland Made communications responsibilities, including graphics, video, and social media content
·      Understand and support hybrid learning engagement
·      Secondary Advisor for Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)
·      Hold office hours for Career Readiness one-on-one appointments; resume building, graduate school planning, internship search, and other career readiness topics
·      Attend meetings of the Maryland Made Team, Student-Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC), and Gossett Student-Athlete Center (GSAC)
·      Manage the visiting athletics director's suite for all home football games
·      Other related duties as assigned
 
Qualifications:
·      Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred
·      Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills and have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment
·      Creative and flexible to respond quickly to shifting priorities and opportunities Demonstrated understanding of social media (Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, Youtube, and emerging platforms)
·      General understanding of brand management
·      Intermediate knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, and email
·      Graphic design (CanvaPro) and video editing software programs
·      Possess high-level interpersonal skills and customer service oriented Attentive to detail and organizational skills
·      Ability to work independently or as part of a team
 
Length of Internship: This is a 35-hour per week paid internship with a one-year appointment (July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024).
 
How to Apply: Submit a cover letter, resume, and references to Resa Lovelace (rlove9@umd.edu) no later than Friday, April 21, 2023, outlining your interest, experience, and skills as they relate to this position.
 
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.