ABOR Intern

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Arizona Board of Regents Intern Opportunities

Interns will be compensated at a rate of $15.15 per hour.

Summary

The Arizona Board of Regents offers intern opportunities in Communications and Government Affairs for students from Arizona’s public universities. These are paid positions and are eligible for course credit. Positions are a minimum of 15 hours/week and no more than 19 hours/week. Intern opportunities are in coordination with the student’s academic unit and can be available for credit. The internships offer broad experience and mentorship to support the student’s academic development.

The board periodically recruits for the following intern opportunities:

•    Events and Engagement Intern
Interns will provide support for planning and execution of convenings, events, and outreach. Assist with event logistics, including scheduling, materials, and run-of-show, and on-site support. Providing event communications, and on-site virtual event support to ensure smooth execution.

•    Government Affairs Interns 
Interns support policy and government affairs work through research, data entry and writing. Interns are expected to demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to organize complex information into clear, accessible formats. 

•    Graphic Design Interns
Interns support visual storytelling and brand execution across platforms. Responsibilities may include developing graphics for digital and print use and ensuring consistency with ABOR’s visual identity.

•    Communications and Multimedia Interns
Interns assist with content creation and storytelling across channels, including social media, web, video and digital communication. Responsibilities may include writing, multimedia production, content planning support and amplification of key initiatives. 

Desired Qualifications

Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook). Strong AP-style writing skills. You must have the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively; possess excellent organization and communication skills; can pay attention to detail.

Working Environment

Must be available to work in our Phoenix office.

How to Apply

• Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, the names and contact information of three professional references who are able to speak to the qualifications listed above.

• Events and Engagement Intern, Graphic Design, and Communications and Multimedia applicants must also include three to five work samples including writing, social and digital media content to hr@azregents.edu.

Department Statement:

The Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR) is the governing body of Arizona's public university system -- Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University, University of Arizona and their branch campuses. The Arizona Board of Regents is committed to ensuring access for qualified residents of Arizona to undergraduate and graduate institutions; promoting the discovery, application, and dissemination of new knowledge; extending the benefits of university activities to Arizona’s citizens outside the university; and maximizing the benefits derived from the state’s investment in education. It seeks to provide leadership and a unifying voice on key higher education issues and to influence public policy through advocacy and initiatives founded upon evidence-based research. 

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Current employees, student workers seeking staff opportunities, and students applying for student worker positions must apply directly through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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To be considered, your application must include all of the following attachments:

• Cover letter

• Resume or CV

Multiple documents may be uploaded in the attachments section. Alternatively, applicants may combine all required materials into a single PDF for submission. Please ensure uploaded documents are clearly labeled and include your name.

Please ensure your resume includes all employment information in month and year format, for example 6/04 to 8/14, along with job title, job duties, and employer name for each position. Your resume should clearly demonstrate how your experience and background meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Incomplete applications or missing required materials may not be considered.

Important: Do not withdraw your application to make edits. Once an application is withdrawn, it cannot be edited, reactivated, or replaced with a new submission. If you have questions or need assistance, please contact The Office of Human Resources Talent Acquisition before the posting close date.

Graduate Assistant, Intern and part-time positions are counted as half time for experience equivalency, meaning one year equals six months of experience.

Only electronic applications will be accepted for this position. By submitting an application, you confirm that the information provided is accurate and complete.

ASU Statement:

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions inclusive excellence, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

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