Hybrid Mentoring, Retention and Success Programs Programming Intern - 25-26 at The College of New Jersey

To enrich education through diversity, The College of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The College has a strong commitment to achieving diversity among faculty and staff, and strongly encourages women and members of underrepresented groups to apply.

The Office of Mentoring, Retention, & Success Programs is seeking candidates for a Programming Intern.

The Programming Intern will support the successful planning and implementation of programs and events hosted by the Office of Mentoring, Retention, and Success Programs (MRSP). This role provides hands-on experience in event coordination, administrative support, and professional communication. Interns will gain valuable skills in time management, teamwork, and organizational operations while working closely with MRSP staff in a supportive, student-centered environment.

Main Responsibilities: 

• Assist with the planning, preparation, and execution of MRSP programs and events.

• Assist with attendance and record keeping, coordination event logistics, and set up.

• Support daily office operations.

Learning Objectives:

• Develop foundational skills in event planning by supporting the preparation and execution of several major MRSP programs or events, including managing logistics, setup, and post-event wrap-up.

• Enhance administrative and organizational abilities by accurately maintaining attendance records and assisting with event documentation and follow-up within established timelines.

• Strengthen interpersonal and professional communication skills by collaborating with staff and peers in weekly planning meetings and responding to requests and tasks in a timely, respectful manner.

• Gain experience in day-to-day office management by assisting with general operations, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining a welcoming and productive office environment.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Good academic standing.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

About TCNJ

TCNJ is a highly selective institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. Founded in 1855, TCNJ has become an exemplar of the best in public higher education and is consistently acknowledged as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. TCNJ currently is ranked as one of the 75 "Most Competitive" schools in the nation by Barron's Profiles of American Colleges and is rated the No. 1 public institution in the northern region of the country by U.S. News & World Report. TCNJ was named the #10 value in public higher education by the Princeton Review in 2009 and, in 2006, was awarded a Phi Beta Kappa chapter - an honor shared by less than 10 percent of colleges and universities nationally. A strong liberal arts core forms the foundation for programs offered through TCNJ's seven schools - Arts & Communication; Business; Education; Humanities and Social Sciences; Science; Nursing, Health, and Exercise Science; and Engineering. TCNJ faculty members are teacher-scholars who share a commitment to liberal learning. TCNJ is located within an hour, by train, of New York City and Philadelphia. The College's campus is set on 289 tree-lined acres in suburban Ewing Township and is known for its natural beauty and has 39 major buildings.

Contact Information

Qualified candidates must apply online and should submit a resume.