The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is searching for an intern to assist in conducting academic meetings with assigned student-athletes to monitor academic progress, degree progress, and continuing eligibility. This includes efficiently utilizing various student databases (such as my.UFL, Canvas Observer, GradesFirst, and TeamWorks), creating and submitting student-athlete academic reports to counselors and coaches, and assisting with coordinating department events (such as Student-Athlete Welcome Back, FLAs, Recruiter Roundtable, and Graduation Celebration). The intern will assist in providing professional level support and programs to student-athletes in accordance with the regulation of UF, UAA, SEC, and NCAA. The internship is intended to provide a practical, hands-on experience in the area of student-athlete academic advising. This is a time-limited position with an option for a second year if essential criteria is met.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Required Qualifications:

• • Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Sports Management, Psychology, Counseling or a related field
  • Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality as well as a high standard of integrity and professionalism
  • Flexible, detail-oriented individual with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
  • Ability to engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds
  • Ability to work a non-standard work week which will include evenings, weekends, and holidays
  • Desire to work a full-time schedule in Student-Athlete Academic Advising

Preferred Qualifications:

• • Experience in college athletics as a student-athlete or working in an intercollegiate athletic academic office
  • Experience with my.UFL, Canvas Observer, GradesFirst, and TeamWorks
  • Intention to pursue a Master’s Degree at the University of Florida

BENEFITS:

Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, life, LTD, AD&D, tuition reimbursement for the University of Florida or Santa Fe College only and is based on in-state or online program rates, pension (upon eligibility), recognition programs and paid time off. This position is compensated at the current minimum wage for the duration of the internship. You can view our benefits on the official job posting by clicking here.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, but no offer of employment will be extended until after the position closes. Once an official offer is extended and accepted, the candidate will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and will be contingent on satisfactory background screening results. The candidate will also be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. The University Athletic Association, Inc. is an at-will employer, a separate company from the University of Florida and not a state employer.

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified applicants please go to www.FloridaGators.com/employment to apply. For individuals without computer access, stop by the University Athletic Association, Inc. Human Resources offices located on the 4th floor of the west side of Ben Hill Griffin Stadium.

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