The AFC Summer Intern is a paid internship with a start date of July 6 and an end date of September 13th. The intern works on several projects throughout the summer with a focus on planning and preparation for First@Midd and other First-Generation programs.

This is a Middlebury student Level B position paying $14.95 per hour

Core Responsibilities:

• Support the Assistant Director of Intercultural Life and First Generation Programs with the planning and execution of all tasks and events related to First@Midd.
• Support the First-Gen Experience program, including pre-planning for fall events and small projects.
• Attend all assigned meetings related to First@Midd, new student orientation, and shared leader trainings.
• Help prepare promotional materials for first years, including introductory emails, posters, flyers, etc.
• General Office tasks and responsibilities, including coverage while staff is away
• Manage all communications and social media for the AFC and First@Midd program throughout the summer and into move-in week.
• Other projects for the center as assigned.

Position Prerequisites:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Strong computer skills, including Word, Excel, and Canva or other design software.

• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.

• Self-motivation and the ability to work independently and proactively on tasks and projects

• Previous experience working with people from diverse backgrounds and an understanding of inclusion.

• Reliability and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

• A strong commitment to the AFC’s mission and values.

• Sensitivity and understanding of the unique needs of First-Generation college students and their families is a plus.

• Creative/artistic/design skills would be a great asset.

• Spanish bilingual abilities are a plus, but not required.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

• Occasional lifting and moving up to 20 lbs

Student Employment Eligibility:

Unless restricted by certain visa status, all students with an active status for the semester are eligible for jobs on campus.

Students on leave or withdrawn are not eligible to work in student employment positions until the semester in which they return. If you are currently withdrawn or on leave you are eligible to be employed in staff positions.

Some may be restricted due to financial aid status. International students (non-resident aliens) may not work off campus unless they have applied for and received work authorization from the United States government. (An F-1 visa does not give work authorization.) Off campus work study positions are available only to U.S. citizens on financial aid with a federal work study component.

Student are not eligible to work remotely from International locations.

Hour Limitations:

All student employees are limited to working no more than 20 hours per week in on campus jobs during the academic year (this includes exam periods). The only exception is when there is a full week when school is not in session. Specifically: February recess, Spring recess, and full weeks of December or summer recess. During these time periods only, students can work up to 40 hours per week. International Students: Visa restrictions prohibit international students from exceeding 20 hours of work per academic calendar week.