Student Life Graduate Intern (Vision and Call)
Vision & Call Internship Program:
The Vision & Call Internship Program is designed for recent college graduates enrolled in a Bushnell graduate program who are interested in and/or exploring a call to work in Christian higher education. This internship is a part-time, 10-month (August 1, 2024-May 31, 2025), grant-funded position.
As part of this program, you can expect to:
- Participate in meaningful, hands-on projects within the department that contribute to the mission of Bushnell University.
- Develop knowledge, skills, and abilities in the field of Christian higher education.
- Receive an $850 per month stipend and a $5000 graduate tuition benefit at Bushnell University.
- Be supervised and mentored by an experienced leader who has over 10 years of experience in higher education.
- Engage with senior administration, including members of the President’s Cabinet.
- Be part of a cohort of interns and meet together on a weekly basis.
- Receive individualized career coaching and mentorship in the exploration and clarification of your own vocation and calling.
- Produce a professional development plan and portfolio to launch your career in higher education.
- Attend a retreat with other Vision & Call Interns from around the nation (October 4-6, 2024). Attendance at the retreat is a mandatory component of participating this internship program.
Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the Director of Residence Life and Student Services, the Student Life Graduate Assistant is responsible for creating and developing an effective living-learning environment through the different departments of Student Life.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide opportunities for students to grow personally, interpersonally, and spiritually through the Office of Student Life (Residence Life, Campus Ministry, Student Programs, and Wellness).
- Create and distribute marketing materials for Student Life campus events and Title IX campaigns (such as sexual assault awareness, prevention, and reporting mechanisms).
- Supervise and assist in student efforts in educational, cultural, social, and recreational programming, through all Student Life departments.
- Create training experiences for the personal and professional growth of Student Life Leadership teams.
- Assist with crisis intervention, stabilizing situations, and coordinating the notification of the appropriate university officials/referral agencies.
- Assist in facilitation of All Hall Residential Meetings and Title IX Taskforce meetings.
- Serve in the “Administrative On-Call” capacity and assist in coordinating RA duty coverage.
- Carry out and promote university and community standards related to the Student Handbook.
- Promptly report all maintenance needs; conduct routine inspections of the residential living areas and promptly report damages.
- Assist with check-in/check-out procedures, including key distribution and collection.
- Assist in the coordination of student conduct hearings and application of sanctions.
- Create avenues for Bushnell students to experience a community of belonging on campus.
Experience and Qualification Requirements:
Recent college graduate or 1st year graduate student. Strong preference given to those enrolled in a Bushnell University graduate program.
- Good standing with Bushnell University (e.g., academic, student conduct, financial)
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Effective communicator, both written and verbal, in interpersonal and public speaking settings
- Positive and enthusiastic, builds rapport with a wide range of constituents
- Collaborative team player with ability to work independently
- Creative, resourceful, and flexible
- Quick learner; committed to efficiency and accuracy
- Self-motivated, dependable and reliable
- Demonstrates a high level of professionalism
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, and Outlook
- Familiarity with digital technology, databases, etc.
Working Conditions/Special Requirements:
- Bushnell employees must have a maturing Christian faith and live in compliance with the duties and expectations as detailed in the Employee Handbook.
- Application materials will include a personal statement that addresses:
- how a maturing Christian faith finds expression in the candidate’s personal life, family life, community life, and current church membership;
- how the candidate integrates faith into his/her work life; and
- the candidate’s understanding of and ability to support Bushnell’s Theological Context for Community statement.
- The applicant’s list of references should include the applicant’s pastor or another appropriate church leader who is able to address the applicant’s faith background.
- The position requires a strong commitment to multiculturalism and diversity.
- The position requires working in a non-smoking, drug free environment.
- The employee must adhere to FERPA guidelines and student confidentiality at all times.
- All employees of Bushnell are “mandatory reporters” under Oregon law. See http://www.oregon.gov/dhs/abuse/pages/mandatory_report.aspx for specific information.
- The employee must have knowledge of strong office management techniques; operations, procedures, specific rules and precedents of the office; research methods and report writing techniques; record-keeping techniques; operation of office machines including computer equipment and specified software; principles of training and providing work direction.
- The position requires a strong ability to communicate effectively and succinctly, both verbally and in writing, utilizing tact, patience and courtesy.
- Listening skills and the ability to speak and write clearly are essential to this position. Must possess exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- The employee must have high personal motivation, with great attention to detail and accuracy.
- This person must project a positive, vibrant and professional attitude in assisting people.
- This person must have high ethics of honesty and confidentiality, with a genuine and gracious presence pertaining to the students, faculty, staff and business of the department and the University.
- This position may require lifting up to 25 lbs., as well as bending, stooping, kneeling.
- This position may require evening and weekend hours on special occasions.
- This position description is subject to change at any time.
NOTE: Final candidate will be required to undergo a criminal background investigation.
Application Instructions:
Vision & Call Interns are expected to abide by the Theological Context for Bushnell Community Life of Bushnell University. Please read this document before continuing.
Required Application Materials
To be considered for this position, please submit the following materials:
- Bushnell Employment Application
- Cover letter addressing skills, experience, and knowledge, and interest in or call to work in Christian higher education
- Resume
- Personal Statement of Faith that addresses:
- how a maturing Christian faith finds expression in the candidate’s personal life, family life, community life, and current church membership;
- how the candidate integrates faith into his or her work life;
- the candidate’s understanding of and ability to support Bushnell University’s Theological Context for Community Life statement.
- Contact information for three references, preferably including the applicant’s pastor or other appropriate church leader who is able to address the applicant’s faith background.
Please note: Incomplete application packets may result in disqualification. Final candidate will be required to undergo a criminal background investigation.
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