Professional Fellow

Vanderbilt University is seeking highly motivated and talented Vanderbilt University graduates for a       2-year Professional Fellowship. This fellowship offers recent graduates, either graduating seniors or those who have graduated within the last three years, the opportunity to gain valuable professional experience in a dynamic university environment across multiple disciplines. The fellowship is designed to foster professional growth, enhance skills, and contribute to meaningful projects while gaining a unique and well-rounded experience in Higher Education administration.

This paid fellowship is open to recent graduates or individuals from Vanderbilt University.

This is a fully benefits-eligible position, offering a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a 403(b)-retirement plan and match, paid time off, and other valuable resources

About the Fellowship:

2-year commitment

• Rotating work on university initiatives
• Assignments average 1-3 months
• Experience with several different leaders across Vanderbilt
• Monthly check-ins with department managers and Professional Development Coordinator 

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with various university departments to support and implement initiatives related to student engagement, academic programs, and community outreach.
• Assist in the development and execution of events, workshops, and programs that enhance the overall student experience.
• Conduct research and analysis on relevant topics to contribute to the improvement of university programs and services.
• Engage with students, faculty, and staff to gather feedback and insights to inform decision-making processes.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of partnerships between the university and external organizations.
• Support the planning and execution of university-wide projects and initiatives.

Supervisory Relationships:

This position does not have supervisory responsibility. This position reports administratively to the Professional Development Coordinator and functionally to the assigned department manager. 

Education:

• Bachelor's degree for graduating seniors or recent graduates (undergraduate and graduate) within the last three years (2021 – 2024) Minimum GPA of 3.0

Qualifications:

• Passion for learning 
• Ability to manage strict project completion and reporting deadlines required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Using computers and related software
• Highly motivated and independent, yet team-oriented
• Respect for economic and cultural diversity
• Adaptable mindset and flexible attitude
• Local to Nashville, TN or surrounding areas
• Commitment to 2-year program

Benefits & Perks:

• You will operate as a full-time Vanderbilt Employee that includes an annualized salary of $70,000.
• Fully benefits-eligible, benefits include (but are not limited to):
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Retirement plan and matching (up to 6%)
  • Up to 24 days of PTO annually an additional 14 paid holidays
  • On-site work with occasional remote work opportunities
  • Work-Life Balance
  • The Nashville Experience, and much more….

Room and board are not provided for the fellows. Accepted candidates are responsible for securing and funding their own housing, off-campus.

Salary : $70,000