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Penn State University · 1 month ago

Part Time - Student (Graduate) - Academic Advising Center Intern

Abington, PA

Internship

Hybrid

Intern

Start in 2026 Spring

Penn State University is seeking a Graduate Academic Advising Intern to join their Academic Advising Center. The role involves providing direct services to students, fostering student success, and developing advising best practices through training and one-on-one interactions with students.

Higher Education

Responsibilities

Participate in ongoing trainings and observe professional academic advisers to develop a stronger understanding of the practice

Meet with incoming first-year students as part of their New Student Orientation advising sessions

Meet one-on-one with students via individual advising appointments

Assist exploratory students with identifying interests, skills, and abilities while exploring potential majors

Become familiar with campus and University resources, including website and technology resources utilized by students, faculty and staff

Refer and/or connect students with needed resources to overcome academic and/or personal challenges in order to promote academic success

Develop and enhance advising best practices including counseling skills for advising, record keeping, FERPA compliance, navigation of difficult conversations, and administrative processes