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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Penn State Conferences and Institutes (C&I) seeks a Program Coordination Intern to help with the logistical planning of non-credit educational programs, such as camps, workshops, and conferences for Fall of 2026. The Program Coordination Intern will work closely with C&I staff to help develop and deliver educational programs to a variety of audiences including adults and youth. The intern will assist with various on-site aspects of summer programs such as registrations, poster sessions, exhibits, receptions, lunches, activities, and dinners. The intern will attend meetings with our staff and program partners and lead or assist with various tasks and projects to learn what happens behind the scenes to make a program successful. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a team of experienced program planning professionals in an energetic and inclusive environment and develop rich knowledge and skills that are highly applicable in many career paths!
A successful candidate for this position should be interested in event, meeting, 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. C&I takes pride in providing a positive, supportive, team-oriented, and flexible work culture, in which employees have a voice and are valued.
This internship typically runs 10–12 weeks, depending on the candidate’s availability and C&I’s operational needs. Fall internships typically run from September through mid-December. Start and end dates may be flexible to accommodate academic or personal schedules. At C&I, we value experiential learning and strive to support both academic commitments and personal development when determining internship timelines.
Hours vary based on work volume but are estimated to be 20-35 per week. Some weekend and evening work is required during programs, which will be scheduled in advance. This is a paid internship at $15/hour.
As part of this experience, students will develop NACE competences, including communication, critical thinking, teamwork, technology, leadership, professionalism, career and self-development, and equity & inclusion. Students will enroll in a free, non-credit, 8-week Canvas mini-course designed to support reflection and growth.
To be considered for this position, applicants must apply online and submit a resume and cover letter stating your interest.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.
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Skills Required
- Submit online application with resume and cover letter
- Ability to communicate routinely, organize information, research resources, and solve problems quickly
- Interest in event, meeting, recreation, or program management
- Availability for a 10-12 week internship (Fall), approximately 20-35 hours per week; some weekend and evening work
- PA State Police Criminal Background Check
- PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
- Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check
- Enrollment in the free, non-credit 8-week Canvas mini-course as part of the internship experience
- Some planning knowledge and experience
Penn State University Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Employer contributions to SERS and the TIAA Alternate Plan are described as significant, with supplemental retirement options available. Feedback suggests these choices and contributions create strong long‑term value.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Full‑time employees accrue over 24 sick and vacation days annually, with additional university holidays and a winter break. Feedback suggests this depth of leave supports work–life balance.
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Inclusive Benefits Coverage — A 75% tuition discount extends to employees, spouses, and dependent children up to age 26 across resident instruction, World Campus, and Penn College courses. Feedback suggests this broad eligibility meaningfully enhances total rewards, especially for families.
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