The Texas A&M University System

Agency

Department

The First-Year Experience Intern, under general supervision of the Director of First-Year Experience, organizes and manages various programs and services within the Office of First-Year Experience, serving the students of Texas A&M University-San Antonio. 

This is a grant-funded position. Grant-funded positions are contingent upon available grant funding.

Responsibilities: 

• Supports Peer Leaders during New Student Orientation (NSO), JagX, and Jaguar Jumpstart by developing and leading various sessions and workshops for incoming first-year students.

• Assists in the development of the comprehensive Peer Leader program from the recruitment, selection, training, and on-going development of the Peer Leader team.  

• Coordinates events and programs for students and the campus community.  

• Collaborates with faculty/staff/departments in support of student programming efforts. 

• Assists with implementation of the Pursuing, Resources, Opportunities, Wellness, and Learning (PROWL) program. The PROWL program’s goal is to connect first-year students to various support across campus and to provide a sense of community for all who participate.

• Supports the development and assessment of goals and student learning outcomes for the Office of First-Year Experience.

• Works in-person with other FYE professional staff during normal operating hours: 8am-5pm, Mon-Fri.

• This role supports the "US DOE Title V grant: Caminos Hacia el Exito - Pathways to Success.

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree.

• One (1) year of related experience.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience working with first-year college students in a mentoring or teaching capacity.

• Experience developing and implementing peer mentorship programs.

• Enrolled in a graduate program at Texas A&M University-San Antonio for the Fall 2024 semester.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge and experience utilizing Microsoft Suite and Canva

• Ability to multitask, work cooperatively with others, and prioritize tasks

• Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills

• Planning and organization skills

Anticipated Start Date: June 3, 2024

Applicant Instructions: 

Please make sure to provide the following documents: 

• Cover Letter

• Resume / CV 

• References – at least two - three professional references

For detailed instructions on how to apply for any position on our website, please use the following link: 

http://www.tamusa.edu/humanresources/job-opportunities/index.html ​  

Summary of Employee Benefits: 

https://www.tamusa.edu/human-resources/documents/summary-of-employees-benefits.pdf  

Texas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities. 

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once the application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made.  If you have issues with adding documents to your application, please contact HR at 210-784-2058. 

In compliance with ADA, if accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact HR at (210) 784-2058.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.