Program Coordination Intern

Penn State Extended Learning Partnerships (ELP) seeks a Program Coordination Intern to gain hands-on experience supporting the planning, coordination, and delivery of non-credit educational programs, including camps, workshops, and conferences. The Program Coordination Intern will work closely with ELP staff and program partners to support programs serving a variety of audiences, including adults and youth. Responsibilities will include assisting with on-site program operations such as registration (check-in/check-out), poster sessions, exhibits, receptions, meals, activities, and other program components. The intern will participate in staff and partner meetings and will lead or assist with assigned tasks and projects that contribute to the successful delivery of programs. Through these experiences, the intern will develop an understanding of the planning, communication, coordination, teamwork, and problem-solving that take place behind the scenes to create successful programs.

This internship requires the successful completion of the Pennsylvania (PA) Publicly Available Clearances: PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, and the FBI Criminal History Background Check. To be considered for this position, applicants must apply online and submit a resume and cover letter stating your interest. 

A successful candidate for this position should be interested in events, meetings, recreation, or program management.  Some planning knowledge and experience would be beneficial but is not required.  The ability to communicate routinely, organize information, research and explore resources, and quickly identify solutions to problems are critical to success. ELP takes pride in providing a positive, supportive, team-oriented, and flexible work culture, in which employees have a voice and are valued. 

As part of this position, students are expected to participate in Penn State Outreach’s experiential learning framework. This includes completing brief pre- and post-assessments and self-reflections aligned with the NACE Career Readiness Competencies, a nationally recognized set of skills associated with career readiness. Students will enroll in and complete UpSkill Penn State, a free, non-credit, 8-week Canvas mini-course designed to support learning, reflection, and professional growth. The course is completed once; however, students may be asked to reflect on skill development throughout their participation in Outreach-led or Outreach-based programs and events.

As part of this experience, students will enroll in a free, non-credit, 8-week Canvas mini-course designed to support reflection and growth while being supported by an Experiential Learning Coach and periodic meetings throughout the semester. Students will develop NACE competences, including communication, critical thinking, teamwork, technology, leadership, professionalism, career and self-development, and equity & inclusion. Students will have the opportunity to present at the Experiential Learning Showcase at a future date if desired.

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

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