Workforce Scholar Internship

Workforce Scholar Internship

Dallas College offers an internship program designed to provide individuals with practical work experience and knowledge in a field related to their degree. Interns will shadow and receive training from experienced professionals, working under close mentorship to undertake various activities and projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Shadowing office personnel and training in diverse tasks.
• Assisting with research, data gathering, and presentation preparation.
• Performing clerical duties, managing databases, and inputting records.
• Communicating progress and challenges to supervisors.
• Ensuring timesheets are accurate and submitted on time.
• Interacting with diverse stakeholders and constituents within the Dallas College network.
• Performing other assigned duties.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to follow guidelines, procedures, policies, and protocols.
• Capacity to work independently and collaboratively in a professional manner to achieve common goals.
• Demonstrates high professionalism, including punctuality, proper notification of schedule deviations, and appropriate attire.
• Ability to follow directions with strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Maintain confidentiality of information.
• Effectively maintain working relationships to assess user needs, gather information, and communicate clearly.
• Adaptability to change in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multitask.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to provide effective customer service.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions are performed within a standard office environment. Accommodations may be made for individuals with physical challenges. Occasional lifting and carrying of materials up to 30 pounds may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited university/college program pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in a related field. Official transcripts will be required.
• No prior work experience required.
• Part-time interns are eligible to work up to 19.5 hours per week.
• Work hours are typically between 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, as scheduled.
• May be subject to a criminal background check and/or fingerprint check.

About Dallas College

Since 1965, Dallas College has served over three million students across seven campuses in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, making it one of the largest community college systems in Texas. Dallas College is committed to fostering an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees, recognizing that its diverse workforce is crucial to its success. The institution is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for religious practices, beliefs, and disability needs.

Key skills/competency

• Internship
• Workforce Development
• Higher Education
• Practical Experience
• Professional Development
• Research
• Data Management
• Communication Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Customer Service