Weekly Work
Hours
40
Compensation Range
H30
Hourly Rate
$23.78 Hourly
FLSA
United States of
America (Non-Exempt)
Position Type
Staff
Job Summary
An internship is offered by Dallas College to afford
individuals the opportunity to gain practical work experience/knowledge in a field of interest related to the degree being obtained.
Individuals can shadow and receive training experiences from knowledgeable professionals.
This position is funded by external
grant resources. Employment is contingent upon the availability of funding and program needs. Continued employment is not guaranteed and may
be impacted if funding is reduced, modified, or discontinued
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to
follow guidelines, procedures, policies and protocols. Must be able to work independently and/or in a team environment, in a professional
manner, while achieving common goals. - Ability to follow directions. Strong work ethic and attention to detail. Must be able to
maintain confidentiality of information as required. - Ability to maintain effective working relationships with individuals with
diverse communities’ representatives, internal/external to the organization to assess user needs, obtain information, and communicate in a
clear and logical manner. - Adaptable to change in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. Excellent analytical and problem-solving
skills. Ability to multitask. - Must have strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to provide entry-level
industry-related work functions in a career and technical work environment. - Must be able to provide effective customer
service. - Official/unofficial transcripts or an Advisory Report will be required.
- Part-time interns are eligible to work up
to 19.5 hours per week depending on business needs. - Work hours will be between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday as
scheduled by the supervisor.
Physical Requirements
Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office
environment. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and
responsibilities
Minimum Requirements
Required Qualifications for Role
- High school diploma or
equivalent required. - Excellent oral and written communication skills are required for effective communication with individuals of an
increasingly diverse college community. - No previous work experience required.
Other Preferred Qualifications for Role
- At least two (2) semesters at an institution of higher learning, preferred.
*** Will be subject to a criminal
background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***
Key Responsibilities
- Under the close
mentorship of a professional staff member, the intern will undertake a range of ongoing activities and assigned projects. - Projects
vary in levels of professional complexity requiring knowledge and expertise gained through the current pursuit of a relevant higher
education degree. - Work as a member of a professional team under the guidance of more senior professional personnel.
- Directly
interactions with colleagues and/or other stakeholders or constituents in the planning, implementation, and execution of assigned projects
and tasks. - Demonstrate the highest level of professionalism, which includes arriving on time for designated work, notifying the
supervisor of any deviations from the established schedule, and dressing to the standards of the organization and the work being
performed.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities
performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of
any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this
description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.
About Us
Since 1965, Dallas College,
formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around
the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the
community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do.
Dallas College is committed to cultivating an
environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse
talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and
employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin,
sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression,
veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis
protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and
employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.
Applications
Deadline
May 7, 2026
