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Professional Development and Mentorship Program Intern

Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Professional Development & Mentorship Program InternTERM: Start date January 2026 and ongoing PAY RATE: $10.50HOURS: 5-8 hours per week during the fall and spring semester, up to 15 hours per week during summer session (if available)POSITION SUMMARY:The Office of Sustainability and the Environment (OSE) is seeking to hire an intern to co-lead and promote the Professional Growth & Mentorship Program (PG&MP). PG&MP seeks to assist students in finding a path to a career in sustainability by connecting undergraduates to mentors across campus involved in sustainability and the environment. The program helps in preparing students to join the next generation of leaders in sustainability-oriented fields.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Assist in designing strategies to promote the goals of the PG&MPFacilitate mentor/mentee matchesStrategize marketing and planning events for PG&MPCommunication with PG&MP participants to foster continued engagement and participation in professional development eventsParticipates in professional development and team building activitiesPerforms other duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONS:Current University of Iowa studentAvailable 5-15 hours per week, typically during normal business hours (8am-5pm)Desired Skills and Interests:Basic knowledge of sustainability concepts and UI’s sustainability practicesEvidence of Leadership in academic and/or community affairsSelf-starter with the ability to think critically and innovativelyFlexible, collaborative, and team-orientedSystems thinking approach to problem solvingStrong written and oral communication skillsStrong organization and time management skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Social Media Coordinator

Wednesday, November 19, 2025
Scope of Work: Social Media CoordinatorProblem Management Plus (PM+) Mental Health Support ProgramPosition Type: Part-Time (Average 6 hours per week)Duration: November 1, 2025 – August 31, 2026Location:  College of Public Health, 145 N Riverside Drive, Iowa City, IA  52242  Reports To: Dr. Jonathan Platt and PM+ Leadership TeamProgram BackgroundPM+ (Problem Management Plus) is a peer-led mental health support program serving refugees and displaced populations in Iowa. The program provides evidence-based, culturally sensitive mental health support through trained peer facilitators who share lived experiences with the communities they serve.Position OverviewThe Social Media Coordinator will develop and execute a comprehensive social media strategy to increase awareness of PM+ services.Scope of ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with the PM+ Team to create an overall strategy for our PM+ message, creating a calendar for content to be sharedPost content which has already been produced for multiple social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.Design or coordinate creation of graphics, videos, and other multimedia content.Promote and track engagement metrics through reports Network on social media platforms to cross promote immigrant and mental health issuesRequired QualificationsProficiency with social media platforms, experience with managing social media for organizations preferred.Positive interest in promoting refugee and immigrant wellbeing.Respect the privacy and confidentiality of program participants.Self-motivated with ability to work independently and manage time effectivelyCompensation$15 hourly rateThis is a part-time position with flexible scheduling.

Rec Services - Member Services Attendant - CRWC

Tuesday, November 18, 2025
BASIC FUNCTIONTo assist in the day to day management of the Campus Recreation and Wellness Center (CRWC), Field House (FH), or the Hawkeye Tennis & Recreation Complex (HTRC) for the benefit of the members and the university community. This position is responsible for answering questions regarding all Recreational Services facilities, checking members into the facilities, and ensuring all registration and membership forms are filled out correctly. Knowledge of Fusion Recreation Management Software is necessary.RESPONSIBILITIESProvide excellent customer service while serving as the first point of contact for members.Sell memberships and guest passes.Answer questions in person or via the phone about programs and facilities.Register participants for a variety of recreational programs.Responsible for daily cash flow through the Fusion program and works independently under little supervision.Greets members while checking their membership ID for entrance into the facilities.Implement and enforce membership policies and procedures.Lead tours of the facilities when needed.Maintain a working knowledge of all Recreational Services programs and facilities.Assist in the response to all building emergencies (Accidents/Injuries, Inclement Weather, etc)May be required to work special events outside normal hours of operation.Works cooperatively with other areas of the department to achieve established goals.Promotes a safe, clean, functional and marketable facility.Performs other work as assigned.QUALIFICATIONSOutstanding customer service skills.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to interact with diverse groups through a variety of situations.Mandatory attendance at training meetings.Ability to use independent judgment when needed and possess strong problem-solving skills.One year working for Recreational Services or cash handling experience preferred.2 semester commitment.LOCATIONCampus Recreation and Wellness Center (CRWC)NEW HIRE REQUIREMENTSCriminal Background Check upon hireFERPA trainingCash Handling trainingCredit card Security trainingUIOWA Security Awareness trainingCampus Security Authority trainingRecreational Services Orientation

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Student Employment Outcomes

  • Development of a professional mindset—treating your student job as a “real job”
  • Provide and promote workplace behavior best practices
  • Foster and promote student career development through employment tips and further professional developmental opportunities
  • Development and understanding of key competencies, transferable skills, leadership on the job, networking abilities, and fostering a sense of professionalism with your peers and supervisors
  • Development of positive peer-to-peer and supervisor interaction techniques to facilitate personal and professional growth
  • Understand the difference between meeting and exceeding expectations and be able to execute strategies to perform at the next level
  • The chance to network and build relationships with professional mentors on campus
  • Increased enrollment retention and graduation rates for on-campus student workers
  • Students working 1-20 hours per week have a higher average GPA than their non-working peers
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Working as a First Year Student

Common Misconceptions

Perception: Students who work while attending school full-time struggle to keep up with their studies because of time management issues and they have a lower GPA than students who don’t work.

Reality: Working while attending school full-time increases the need for students to manage their time and thus helps students establish a more structured routine.

  • From 2010-2023, University of Iowa freshman students who worked between 1-20 hours per week had GPA 0.13 higher than their non-working counterparts.
  • This same data is validated with national statistics. On average, students who work on campus maintain a higher GPA than those who don’t.

Perception: Having a student job affects the focus of students away from the classroom and can cause early drop-out rates.

Reality: No campus activity has shown as much positive influence on a students’ academic success and retention as campus employment. 

On‑campus employers are aware that the students they hire have a #1 priority of doing well in school; therefore, employers are flexible with students’ schedules. 

  • From 2010‑2023, University of Iowa data shows that student employees are retained at a 4.46% higher clip than their non-working peers.

Perception: With less time to focus on academics, student workers struggle to graduate in four years and take much longer to finish their degree requirements.

Reality: Student employees don’t just keep up, but far exceed the University of Iowa graduation rate average at both the 4 and 6-year levels.

  • Since 2010, 4-year graduation rates for students who work on campus are at a 2.93% higher level than the university average.
  • The 6-year graduation rates have an even more significant increase with student employees graduating at a 3.76% higher level.

Perception: It’s just a student job.

Reality: Student jobs develop skills future employers want. The UI STEP (Student to Employed Professional) program prepares students to articulate those skills.

Student Stories

Get a behind-the-scenes look at student life through the eyes of campus employees. These short videos share real stories from students balancing work and school, highlighting the skills they’ve gained, the connections they’ve made, and the impact of their on-campus jobs.

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Resources

The Pomerantz Career Center assists in the professional development of student employees by providing opportunities such as the UI STEP (Student to Employed Professional) professional development workshop and the 2-credit hour professional development academic course, along with assistance with Handshake.

Student Employment for Career Success

All-in-one assistance with career and professional preparation. Topics include: the impact of student employment on future employability, strategies for proactive job or graduate school searching and networking, resume and cover letter writing to stand out to employers, interview preparation and execution, and personal branding. 

Requirements: concurrent student employment, on- or off-campus.

Workforce Development Sessions

We offer free professional development sessions to student employees called UI STEPWorkforce Development Program.

These engaging and interactive trainings equip student staff with essential skills that extend beyond their day-to-day job responsibilities. The program focuses on core areas of workforce development and professionalism, helping student employees grow as confident, capable, and career-ready individuals. Topics include transferable skills, leadership, networking, and strategies for exceeding expectations.

Supervising Today's Students

The Supervising Today's Students Series (STS) focuses on developing skills for individuals who supervise and/or represent undergraduate students, while providing insights on how to best lead and support student employees.

Student Employee & Supervisor of the Year

Each year, the University of Iowa honors outstanding contributions through awards recognizing both student employees and their supervisors. Student employees make a meaningful impact across campus, often going above and beyond in their roles. Just as essential are the supervisors who mentor and guide them—an impact reflected in the many heartfelt nominations submitted by students.

Work-Study Eligibility

Each year, around 1,000 undergraduate students are employed through work-study positions. Work-Study is not a grant or a loan but a need-based, part-time employment program in which the government and the employer share the payroll cost of employing you. Work-Study gives you the upper hand of being chosen by an employer since the government directly reimburses them a percentage of your earnings.

Handshake

Handshake is the University of Iowa's online job board. Students can research employers and apply for on- and off-campus jobs. Employers can post their student employment opportunities.

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Josh Frahm

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Senior Associate Director, Student Employment Programs
Learn about Josh Frahm, Senior Associate Director, Student Employment Programs at the University of Iowa Career Center.