Hourly Pooled-Academic Intern - UW Athletics

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JOB TITLE:

Academic Intern University of Wyoming Athletics

JOB PURPOSE:

The Academic Intern will support the University of Wyoming academic support unit in its daily operations. This role is ideal for someone who is detail-oriented proactive and interested in a career in athletic academic services. The intern will assist with academic tracking weekly class checks study hall management and eventually mentor and advise a small caseload of student-athletes.

Hours: Approximately 23 to 25 hours per week (8:00 AM to 1:30 PM Monday through Thursday plus Monday evenings)
Term: Fall 2025 (with potential to continue in future semesters)

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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct weekly class checks and report attendance
• Monitor and manage study hall sessions including QR code tracking and student accountability
• Run Monday evening study hall and report back to Coordinators
• Assist with weekly grade reports academic tracking and hold checks
• Track alcohol education completion and other academic compliance tasks
• Support academic coordinators in preparing reports organizing documentation and maintaining files
• Build rapport with student-athletes and support a range of academic needs
• Review and organize weekly academic schedules and assignment list
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion
• Create and maintain spreadsheets in Excel
• After the initial semester mentor and advise a caseload of student-athletes with guidance from Coordinators
• Serve as a reliable professional presence in the academic center

COMPETENCIES:

• Strong written communication skills with knowledge of APA and MLA formatting
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and able to learn quickly
• Interest in a career in athletics or academic support
• Able to work in-person during assigned hours
• Able to maintain confidentiality and follow FERPA guidelines
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Professional communication skills
• Demonstrated interest in pursuing a career within college athletics.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree at the University of Wyoming
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate student
• Pursuing a degree in education sports management counseling or a related field
• Previous experience working with student-athletes including those with learning disabilities
• Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds
• An understanding of how college athletics works
• Familiarity with University of Wyoming classes and campus structure
• Ability to manage responsibilities independently and support a small caseload over time
• Interest in continuing in the role for more than one semester
• Genuine interest in a future career supporting student-athlete academics in the college athletics environment

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:

1. Cover letter including a brief statement of interest (one page maximum)
2. Resume or C.V.
3. Optional: You may include any experience working with student-athletes or in academic support roles.

WORK LOCATION:

On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. In compliancewith the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA) if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position please contact us at or email.

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