The Southern Connecticut State University Student Affairs Graduate Internship program prepares graduate students for a wide range of career opportunities in student services at the post-secondary level.

The program provides graduate students with the opportunity to develop first-hand knowledge of student affairs professions and gain hands-on experience in many areas within the Division of Student Affairs. This experiential learning opportunity provides graduate students with the environment to grow both personally and professionally. While working alongside experienced student affairs administrators, the interns will work to improve the quality of campus life, foster a safe, healthy, and respectful environment, support academic achievement and success, and promote leadership and civic engagement. In addition, graduate interns will develop a high level of critical thinking, analysis, organization, and problem-solving skills. Lastly, graduate interns will make positive contributions as student affairs practitioners, acquire an understanding of the complexities of higher education, and integrate research and theory of higher education into practice.

The Graduate Intern selection process occurs annually during the spring semester, at which point, fall vacancies and the intern selection will be announced. Outlined below are general details regarding graduate intern requirements, compensation, and position descriptions.

Requirements

• Completion of a Bachelor’s degree by the end of the semester of application
• Acceptance as a matriculated student into a graduate program at Southern Connecticut State University or the Central Connecticut State University Student Development in Higher Education program
• Ability to work independently and provide leadership for staff and students
• Ability to develop and maintain positive relations with students of diverse backgrounds and interests
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Undergraduate experience in student leadership, planning, and organizing activities, and a commitment to student development are preferred

Compensation

Tuition and fee waiver for up to 18 credits as a part-time graduate student:

• Graduate interns who choose to be full-time students shall be required to pay full-time tuition and a portion of the University General Fee to cover accident and health insurance. All other University Fees will be waived.
• Any tuition and fee waivers that exceed the IRS guideline thresholds will be considered taxable income. The current threshold is $5,250.00 per calendar year.

Renumeration

• 9-Month Position: $15,000
• 10-Month Position: $16,667
• 11-Month Position: $18,334
• 12-Month Position: $20,000 

Available Positions for 2026 - 2027

Athletics & Recreation
Center for Academic Success & Accessibility Services
Dean of Students & Student Conduct
Multicultural Center
Orientation, Transition & Family Engagement
Residence Life - Conferences
Residence Life - Hall Director
SAGE Center
Student Involvement & Leadership Development
University Access Programs (UAP)
Wellbeing Center

How to Apply

The Student Affairs Graduate Intern process is coordinated through the AVP/Dean of Students' office. To apply for one of the positions, please complete the electronic Graduate Intern Position Interest Form. Be sure to upload your resume, letter of interest, and list of three (3) professional references.

The Application Priority Date is February 26, 2026. All supplemental documents must be received by this date.

Internship Application

Contact

If you have any questions, please contact:

Office of the Dean of Students
Southern Connecticut State University
501 Crescent Street
New Haven, CT 06515
(203) 392-5556
deanofstudents@southernct.edu