Administrative Internships for Ph.D. Students, Summer 2022

About

This summer program will match students enrolled in DSAS Ph.D. programs in the Humanities with administrative units in the University to collaborate on short-term, mentored projects that will enhance the students’ professional development and support the mission of the host unit. Doctoral students will gain crucial collaborative experiences that position them for success in a variety of careers – from the tenure track and higher education administration to government, industry and business, and the social impact sector. Using their existing skills and developing new skills, interns will gain a deeper understanding of university administration and higher education leadership, deepen strategic competencies, and extend professional relationships.

Eligibility and Stipend

Internship opportunities vary in length, affecting the eligibility criteria and stipend. Please check the individual opportunities for more details. Students living outside the U.S. should contact the Office of International Services to discuss eligibility before applying. If you have questions about your eligibility or an opportunity, we encourage you to reach out to Dr. Melissa Lenos, Senior Director for Graduate Advising and Engagement for the Humanities (melissalenos@pitt.edu).

Expectations
  • Fulfill internship project; attend unit meetings when appropriate; shadow and engage in dialogue with the host mentor (and potentially additional colleagues in the hosting unit) regarding aspects of their position, e.g., specific responsibilities, organizational dynamics, and external networks
  • Contribute at least one brief reflection to the Humanities Engage blog, no later than two weeks after the end of the internship
  • Participate in professional development events
  • Collaborate in evaluating the program
Opportunities

Check back as additional opportunities may be posted.

Application

Students interested in multiple internships should submit a separate application for each internship they wish to be considered for. Please send application materials by June 13, 2022. Applications will be reviewed, and internships awarded, on a rolling basis.

Applicants should provide the following materials in this order and in a single .pdf attached to an email to michele.krugh@pitt.edu, subject line: “Summer Administrative Internship”

A. Statement of Interest (2 pages max) addressing these key points:

  1. Which opportunity are you applying to? [clearly identify the host unit and internship title]
  2. How will your academic preparation and professional experience help advance the host unit’s goals?
  3. How will this internship amplify your research training and intellectual trajectory and advance your professional development and career preparation?

B. Brief and current CV (2 pages max)

In addition, your primary advisor should please send a (brief) email to michele.krugh@pitt.edu by the time that you submit your application to express their support for a potential summer internship.

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Shortlisted applicants will be interviewed by representatives of the prospective host unit and of Humanities Engage.

Please note the following:

Students are responsible for reporting taxable stipend payments and for remitting any tax due to their local taxing authority.

Administrative internships will need to be conducted within University guidance on COVID-19 standards and guidelines and the host organization’s health and safety protocols.

Students may submit separate applications to multiple opportunities but may only accept one administrative internship. Students can only hold one Humanities Engage-funded opportunity of any type in summer 2022.