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Overview
The Intern Coordinator (Program Coordinator I) will be the primary point of contact for the Institute of Government and Politics (IOGP) in recruiting, advising, and assisting political interns working in local, state, and federal internships. The position will also assist the IOGP Director in the designing of strategy for recruiting and training interns in preparation to their internships off campus. The position will work with the IOGP Director and the Government and External Relations Department in hosting intern and related events on USU campus, in Salt Lake City, Washington, DC and other locations as needed. The intern coordinator will report directly to the Director of the IOGP. This position may train and direct hourly employees, graduate students, and/or volunteers.
The ideal candidate will have experience working in a higher education and/or public sector environment and demonstrate strong customer service, professionalism, and the ability to work collaboratively with external partners.
Responsibilities

• Serves as a liaison between students, faculty, staff, other departments, and/or external constituencies on day-to-day project, operational, and/or administrative issues.
• Writes, edits, and coordinates development of IOGP recruiting or information material on internships.
• Advises students on which internships may be the most appropriate for their interests and qualifications.
• Writes and/or assists with monthly newsletter regarding the IOGP.
• May maintain and create content for IOGP website.
• Provides updates and information to key stakeholder contacts, offices, or organizations that hire USU IOGP interns.
• Collects and analyzes data; prepares scheduled and special reports; maintains program records and statistical information to meet state and federal requirements.
• Presents to student clubs and classes regarding IOGP internship opportunities.
• Analyzes problems and applies corrective action as needed.
• Ensures that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualification:

• Bachelor's degree OR an equivalent combination of education plus experience.
• Experience working in a higher education and/or public sector environment.
• Experience working with external partners or stakeholders.

Preferred Qualification:

• Internship experience is strongly preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to prioritize own work and multi-task.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• Ability to take initiative and ownership of project.
• Ability to routinely and independently exercise sound judgment in making decisions.
• Ability to direct the work of others.
• Knowledge of computers and database/spreadsheet/word processing software.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
• Ability to interact with students, faculty, staff, and/or the public in a team environment.
• Ability to exercise a high level of creativity, decision making, problem solving, and discretion as work is varied and may be undefined.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational accuracy.
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter.
• Dependable and reliable.
• Professional demeanor.

Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"
2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application (iForm)
3. 2 Letters of Recommendation to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
Minimum $45,670 commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits
ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.
USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women's volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women's soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.
The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.
*updated 12/2025
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*updated 10/2025