Temporary Academic Intern

Tampa, FL, United States

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• Job Identification 42458
  
• Job Category Academic
  
• Posting Date 01/15/2026, 11:02 PM
  
• Apply Before 01/22/2026, 11:02 PM
  
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
  
• Locations 4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33620, US
  
• Hiring Salary $17 - $19
  
• Essential Personnel No
  

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Temporary Academic Intern

Tampa, FL, United States

Be the First to Apply

• Job Identification 42458
  
• Job Category Academic
  
• Posting Date 01/15/2026, 11:02 PM
  
• Apply Before 01/22/2026, 11:02 PM
  
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
  
• Locations 4202 East Fowler Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33620, US
  
• Hiring Salary $17 - $19
  
• Essential Personnel No
  

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Job Description

Program Overview

The USF Academic Services Intern Development Program provides a dynamic professional opportunity for direct experience in daily academic support services for student-athletes, program development, mentoring and fulfilling a key role on staff as a part of our collaborative team. As a part of the position, Academic Interns will be working with a diverse population of student-athletes with varying levels of academic proficiency.  The University of South Florida and our Academic Services Unit holds itself to a high standard. All staff are expected to practice the same inclusive, ethical, personal, and academic integrity standards held by USF Athletics, the Fishman Family Student-Athlete Enrichment Center and the Office of Undergraduate Studies. Academic Interns will also participate in a dynamic professional development curriculum and cross-training to establish a strong base knowledge and skill set relating to all roles within academic services in athletics. The program will introduce roles within athletics and the campus community, promoting the building of the Academic Intern’s professional network and preparing them for a full-time position in the field.  Academic Interns will receive valuable feedback on their professional development and demonstration of essential professional skills. 

Academic Interns are an integral part of the development, administration, and evaluation of the academic support programs provided to our student-athletes through USF Athletics and the Office of Undergraduate Studies.  Our Academic Services programming emphasizes the identification of academic concerns, promotes academic accountability and monitors student-athletes’ academic and personal transition to the university environment.  Academic Interns will work jointly with relevant Academic Services, Athletic Department, and USF Campus Staff in the coordination of skill development and academic support for our student-athletes.

Responsibilities

Academic Interns will be assigned to work directly with Academic Services staff members, assigned student-athlete caseloads and will be expected to:

• Develop, administer and evaluate the comprehensive academic support program provided to their caseloads of student-athletes
• Foster a student-focused environment conducive to learning and building key skills necessary for academic and personal responsibility including critical thinking, writing, reading, note taking, study strategies, time management, and academic self-advocacy
• Supervise structured academic support sessions (i.e. small group learning, one-on-one, etc.)
• Create, manage and submit weekly academic reports and updates
• Support Academic Services Staff with continuing eligibility tracking and the Athletics certification process
• Assist in coordination and management of IGNITE Athletics Summer Bridge Program 
• Work with supervisors on various day-to-day charges and standing projects with our campus partners and academic community
• Maintain confidential records, adhere to FERPA guidelines and all departmental confidentiality policies
• Collaborate with the Student-Athlete Enhancement staff in providing student-athlete development programming as needed
• Assist in the facilitation of tutor appointment requests
• Assist in the facilitation of scholarship book process
• Participate in projects as assigned by supervisor
• Perform general administrative tasks and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:  

• Completion of a bachelor’s degree prior to start date of appointment
• Experience within the field of education (i.e. academic advising, tutoring, teaching) and/or collegiate athletics

Degree Equivalency Clause: Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree.
• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill...) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
• SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements
• A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
• (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor’s degree;
• (c) Six years of direct experience for a master’s degree;
• (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
• (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
• Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
• Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Master's degree in Education, Psychology, Sport Management, or a related field
• Proficient in all facets of Microsoft Office
• Experience working with academically at-risk populations
• Experience in collegiate athletics academic support, higher education, teaching, or a related field
• Familiarity and experience working with Teamworks
• Familiarity with NCAA rules and regulations

About Us

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF 

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: 

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.  This job description does not constitute an employment contract.  

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