Department:
SOM KC Office of Student Engagement (OSE)
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OSE - Temps
Position Title:
College Intern - Health Scholars Academy (Office of Student Engagement)
Job Family Group:
Professional Staff
Job Description Summary:
The Program Assistant is responsible for providing essential administrative and management support for the Health Scholars Academy program operations.
Health Scholars Program: June 15, 2026 to July 17, 2026.
Job Description:
Expectations/Responsibilities
- Attend curriculum and plan sessions with the Health Exploration team.
- Planning, preparing, and implementing curriculum related to social emotional learning through teambuilders and self care sessions.
- Maintain an organized and fun classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Assist students in the development of research projects: grammar, connection to the curriculum, inter group communication, other.
- Lead teambuilding activities to begin the day.
- Assist with operational efforts and works with teachers as needed.
- Prepare supplies and equipment during the day, communicating with the instructors and staff as needed.
- Deliver any module, classroom, ACT, and general supplies/equipment as needed from the storage closet at the start, during, and at the end of the day.
- Take pictures and media related content of programming as needed by the team.
- Maintain a professional relationship with students. Maintain open communication and mentorship with students.
- Maintain a professional and cordial relationship with your fellow team members.
- Recognize and work through conflicts in caring ways, invites discussion on differences, and arranges for a third party to assist, if necessary.
- Ensure lab safety guidelines are adhered to in the classroom.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. It is only a summary of the typical functions of the job, not an exhaustive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, duties, and assignments. Furthermore, job duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Work Environment
- Refer to the Health Scholars Academy schedule for list of dates and times.
- It is the responsibility of the team member to provide advanced notice if they will be absent.
- This is in person.
Required Qualifications
Education:
- Must be a current student pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.
- Pursuing a STEM or health focused major.
This position requires enrollment in a formal degree in the cited discipline area(s) to ensure that candidates have advanced knowledge, analytical skills and professional competencies necessary to perform the duties of the position. The level of degree is commonly recognized as the standard qualification for similar roles in the public and private sector, ensuring that the university remains competitive with industry aligned practices, enhances collaboration with external partners, and supports the delivery of services and programs that meet professional and market-driven expectations.
Work Experience:
- One year work experience
- Experience working with rural or urban populations.
Preferred Qualifications
Work Experience:
- 2+ years of work experience (stronger consideration in STEM/health).
- Interest in healthcare
- Experience working with youth, school, or community programs.
Required Documents
Employee Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Time Type:
Part time
Rate Type:
Hourly
Compensation Statement:
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Pay Range:
$21.63 - $29.18
Minimum
$21.63
Midpoint
$25.43
Maximum
$29.18