Student Activities Graduate Summer Intern 2025

About North Park University

Founded in 1891, North Park University is a Christian university affiliated with the Evangelical Covenant Church of over 3,200 students from around the country and the world. Located for over 125 years on the land of the Miami and Potawatomi tribes in what is today Chicago’s northside, NPU has recently been designated a Hispanic Serving Institution and is committed to serving diverse populations. Elevating North Park University’s core distinctives of Christian, city-centered, and intercultural, NPU values diversity among its faculty and is committed to building a racially and culturally diverse intellectual community, and strongly encourages the nomination and candidacies of persons who are Black, Indigenous, and People of Color regardless of gender.

Office of Student Activities Mission Statement

The Office of Student Activities provides undergraduate students with opportunities for campus involvement that develop leadership skills and values through the lens of faith, intercultural dialogues, and social justice.

The Student Activities Intern will work approximately 37.5 hours per week within the Division of Student Engagement, supporting both the Office of Intercultural Student Affairs and the Office of Student Activities. This role plays a vital part in advancing strategic initiatives for the 2025–2026 academic year. The intern will contribute to student engagement and intercultural programming that enhances the overall student experience, promoting self-direction, collaboration, leadership development, and a strong sense of belonging within North Park’s beloved community. A key focus will be on initiatives that support positive cultural identity formation. The intern will work closely with and report directly to the Director of Intercultural Student Affairs

Administrative Duties and Responsibilities  

·      Collaborate in the planning and execution of major department programs, including the Voyage Student Involvement Fair, Homecoming, the Threshold Orientation programs hosted by the Office of Student Activities and the Office of Intercultural Student Affairs and other department initiatives.

·      Serve as a support staff during Launch Days Welcome events, providing assistance to new students, families and guests.

·      Plan local area events in the City of Chicago for North Park University students that expose them to the arts, concerts, culture, entertainment, sporting events, and educational offerings.

·      Develop facilitation guides and training materials for student leadership groups, including NPU Student Government, the Voyage Activities Board, and registered student organizations.

·      Create assessment tools to evaluate event participation and learning outcomes in alignment with the Division of Student Engagement’s strategic goals.

·      Collaborate with professional staff to design marketing communications targeted toward NPU students.

·      Assist in strategically planning the 2025–2026 events and programming calendar.

·      Design and support co-curricular education initiatives centered on culture, identity, and diversity to promote student success and belonging.

·      Plan and coordinate heritage month celebrations, guest lecture events, and intercultural programming both on campus and throughout Chicago.

·      Communicate with all North Park staff and faculty whose services are needed, including but not limited to,

the offices of Residence Life, Alumni Relations, Physical Plant, Media Services and North Park Dining.

·      Other duties as assigned by Director of Intercultural Student Affairs, Office of Student Activities staff, and the Division of Student Engagement staff.

Compensation and Benefits 

·      Competitive total internship stipend of $6,000

·      CTA bus and train pass (during internship)

·      Campus Parking

·      Professional development and mentorship opportunities

·      Experience developing programmatic opportunities at a leading Christian Hispanic- Serving Institution

·      North Park University “July Fridays” (every Friday in July off)   

·      Office snacks and team meals

·      Helwig Recreation Center Access

Requirements and Qualifications

• An appreciation for North Park’s core distinctives of: Christian, Intercultural, and City-centered.
• Internship availability: June 9^th, 2025 - August 8^th, 2025.
• Current enrollment in a graduate program, preferably pursuing a Master’s degree program in Higher Education Administration, College Student Personnel, Psychology, Social Justice or a related field.  
• Demonstrate understanding of the foundational purpose of student development theory and cultural programming.  
• Experience and enthusiasm for student activities, programming, leadership development, social media, and marketing.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• This is a fully in-person position based at North Park University in Chicago, Illinois.
• Full availability for the entire duration of the internship is required. Special scheduling considerations may be discussed during the interview process.
• Employment is contingent upon a successful completion of a background check.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit their resume and cover letter to diversity@northpark.edu with the subject, “OISA Graduate Summer Internship 2025.” The selected applicant will be required to submit contact information for three professional references. The review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The deadline to submit application materials is May 4^th, 2025.

North Park University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits. Individuals needing special accommodations throughout the hiring process are encouraged to contact Rashad Hanna, Director of Intercultural Student Affairs via email at Rhanna2@northpark.edu.