Intern Assistant Learning Specialist - Hawkins Center bei University of Florida - University Athletic Association

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is searching for a candidate to fill a time limited internship as an Assistant Learning Specialist. This internship is intended to provide a practical, hands-on experience within the area of learning services support for student-athletes, while pursing a graduate degree at the University of Florida. This position will train in preparation for a full-time specialist position at the collegiate level. Responsibilities include: working with student-athletes that have learning disabilities and ADHD; orienting new student-athletes to the Disability Resources Center’s programs; assisting in screening evaluations and referrals for assessment of learning disabilities; offering learning strategies; and referring students to appropriate campus resources. Assists in providing professional level support and programs to student-athletes in accordance with the regulations of UF, UAA, SEC, NCAA, Americans with Disabilities Act, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

This position requires the incumbent to have strong administrative, interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills; be organized, detail-oriented, and flexible; work independently and as part of a collaborative team; multitask effectively; maintain a high level of confidentiality and high standard of integrity and professionalism; engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds; and work a non-standard work week which will include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

This is a time-limited position with an option for a second year if essential criteria is met. This posting closes on October 16, 2025 and has an anticipated start date in January 2026.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Sports Management, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in college athletics as a student-athlete or working in an intercollegiate athletic academic office
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), Canvas, and TeamWorks

*Preference will be given to those that upload a resume, cover letter, and references.

*Please note: Additional on the job training will be provided to candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for this position.  Please note this is a non-coaching position.

BENEFITS:

Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, life, LTD, AD&D, tuition reimbursement for the University of Florida or Santa Fe College only and is based on in-state or online program rates, pension (upon eligibility), recognition programs and paid time off. This position is compensated on an hourly basis at the current Florida minimum wage. You can view our benefits on the official job posting by clicking here.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, but no offer of employment will be extended until after the position closes. Once an official offer is extended and accepted, the candidate will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and will be contingent on satisfactory background screening results. The candidate will also be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. The University Athletic Association, Inc. is an at-will employer, a separate company from the University of Florida and not a state employer.

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