Signature Programming Intern

Job Title
Signature Programming Intern


Requisition Number
DU13444


Department Name
1B400:Dean of Students


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Salary Range
$12.00/hour


Type of Position
Student


Position Time Status
Part-Time


Required Education

Must be a registered student at UK



Required Related Experience

N/A



Required License/Registration/Certification

N/A



Physical Requirements

Sitting for long periods of time, lifting, pushing or pulling of objects up to 25 lbs



Shift

10 hours per week scheduled Mon-Fri (will work with class schedule).



Job Summary

The Signature Programming Intern supports the mission and daily operations of the Martin Luther King Center by assisting with the development and execution of high-impact programming. Interns serve as student leaders and ambassadors, fostering purposeful engagement and supporting peers through educational initiatives.

• Program Development & Implementation Collaborate regularly with the Associate Directors to plan, coordinate, and execute monthly Signature Programs that align with the Center’s mission of promoting civic leadership, wellbeing, and student success.

• Facilitation & Engagement Assist in designing and leading engaging, interactive discussion-based sessions that address student experiences and reflect campus life.

• Office Presence & Support Maintain a consistent presence in the MLK Center for a minimum of 7 active hours per week to support general office functions and programmatic responsibilities. Total weekly commitment is 10 hours.

• Team Collaboration Serve as an active and reliable member of the Signature Programming Team, contributing ideas, assisting with logistics, and helping ensure the successful execution of events and initiatives.

• Outreach & Promotion Increase awareness of MLK Center events by participating in occasional tabling efforts, distributing promotional materials, and create engagement through connections and collaborations.

• Professional Development & Mentorship Participate in bi-weekly one-on-one meetings with the Associate Directors to reflect on leadership growth, academic progress, and personal wellbeing.

• Training & Event Support Attend all scheduled staff meetings, retreats, and required trainings. Interns are expected to assist with a minimum of five MLK Center-hosted events per semester and may occasionally be required to attend weekend service or program events

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Deadline to Apply
06/01/2025


Our University Community

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