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DEVELOP REAL-WORLD SKILLS WITH ON-CAMPUS PAID INTERNSHIP

FLEXIBLE, CLASS-FRIENDLY HOURS TO BUILD IN-DEMAND SKILLS

The NSLS Chapter Leader Internship will help you make a lasting legacy on campus, learn key skills sought after by hiring managers, and get paid in the process.

 

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WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?

  • Be assigned a mentor and meet weekly to develop your leadership skills.

  • Work only 5 to 7 hours a week (flexible around your class schedule) for two semesters and receive $15 per hour (or state or local minimum wage).*

  • Receive a Complimentary NSLS membership, a $95 value, which gives you access to apply for scholarships and much more.

  • Receive access to additional Advanced and Executive leadership courses with the NSLS for free ($1,200 in value).

  • Potentially earn up to 9 college credit recommendations for participating in the internship because NSLS is an accredited organization.**

  • Add “Founding Student President of NSLS Chapter” to your resume, a prestigious opportunity where you help other students on your campus discover their purpose and passion, learn leadership and success skills, help them achieve their goals and much more.

* Rates are based on whichever amount is higher depending on your location while actively working as an intern.

** Every college handles transfer credits differently. Please check with your advisor to see how many program credits would transfer for your institution.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

  • Participate in leadership training with NSLS to learn how to establish and run a leadership organization on campus.

  • Receive training, templates, and resources on how to recruit 4+ executive board members of your organization.

  • Receive training, templates, and resources on how to recruit a full-time faculty or staff member as a Chapter Advisor.

  • Receive training then establish a leadership organization either as a student organization/club or be associated with a specific academic department.

  • Participate in virtual training retreats and weekly video meetings with the NSLS.

  • Complete assigned tasks within specified timelines.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

  • Improve communication and time management.

  • Engage in team collaboration and network with peers.

  • Gain experience in marketing and event planning.

  • Strengthen public speaking skills.

  • Learn organization and planning methods.

  • Establish goals and determine how to achieve them.

QUALIFICATIONS WE’RE LOOKING FOR

  • Current student at a U.S. college/university with at least two semesters remaining.

  • Minimum 2.75+ GPA.

  • Actively engaged in school and community activities.

  • Able to dedicate up to 5 hours/week.

  • Highly organized self-starter with strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Comfortable presenting and working with teams (experience preferred).

  • Access to reliable internet and a webcam for online training and meetings.

  • Proficient with video conferencing tools and Google Suite (Drive, Docs, Slides).

  • Your campus does not have an NSLS chapter (view active chapters: nsls.org/chapter-listing).

Submit your application today

Sumin Karna, NSLS Chapter Student President Intern, University of Kentucky

"The most meaningful contribution that the NSLS gave me was a resurgence in confidence that seemed to have lost in me over time."

Natalia Sloma, NSLS Chapter Student President Intern, Northeastern University

"I had so much support and encouragement right off the bat from my chapter director and the NSLS who guided me throughout this entire process."

Logan Banks, NSLS Chapter President, University of Central Florida

"You will be a good leader at the end of this."

The NSLS is an equal opportunity employer.

Complimentary NSLS membership is provided to the intern if the student is not already a member, membership fee is refunded if hired within 30 days of purchase.