Graduate Student Professional Development Program Management Intern

About the role

Career Advising & Professional Development (CAPD) - Graduate Student Professional Development helps graduate students build professional competencies. This internship supports the expansion of graduate professional development programming by administering a portfolio of certificate programs, handling recruitment, applications, participant communication, and progress tracking toward certificate completion. The role also assists with program implementation, assessment, data collection, and reporting to expand graduate students' access to and preparation for diverse careers. This opportunity is ideal for a graduate student interested in gaining experience in higher education administration.

Responsibilities

• Administer certificate program application cycles, coordinate admissions, and help calibrate evaluation for consistency.
• Manage acceptances and waitlists, responding promptly to applicant inquiries.
• Coordinate logistics for certificate sessions, including arranging speakers/facilitators (payment, travel, campus support).
• Track participant progress through completion, including certificate presentation.
• Support program assessment and data reporting.
• Create written and visual communications for students, faculty, and staff across platforms.
• Support broader graduate professional development events and contribute ideas for program growth.
• Apply culturally responsive practices to serve MIT's diverse, multinational community.
• Foster an inclusive work environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• Program support experience.
• Strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Motivated and collaborative work style.
• Proficiency with Dropbox, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace.