Student Event Intern Position Description 2016-2017
($500 stipend per semester)
The Student Event Intern program is an elite group of students who gain valuable work experience. Event
Interns are current students selected on the basis of leadership, scholarship, professionalism and desire to
promote Student Activities events and programs. Event Interns uphold the philosophy, mission and goals of
San Juan College by serving at the many events and activities the College provides.
Student Event Intern Qualifications
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Must be enrolled in 3* (summer term) and 6* (fall & spring term) or more credit hours per
semester and stay enrolled throughout the semester at San Juan College
Must have and maintain 2.5* GPA or higher
Have at least 1 semester to contribute to program (preferably 2)
Practice and uphold professionalism including responsibility, dependability and
punctuality
Sincere desire to represent SJC and Student Activities as a Student Event Intern
Student Event Intern Responsibilities
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Work 3 mandatory events each semester + smaller events and office hours, to reach a total
of 65+ hours a semester.
Attend 3-day overnight retreat in August before the start of the Fall 2016 semester
Mandatory events include:
o Fall 2016
1.
Welcome Back Week/Summer Music Festival
2.
Halloween Carnival
3.
Luminarias Display
o Spring 2017
1.
Welcome Back Week
2.
Open House/Pow Wow
3.
San Juan College Graduation
Must contribute 2 office hours a week (Sept. – Nov.) and (Feb.-April)
Attend Student Event Intern meeting throughout the semester
Must represent San Juan College with professionalism at all times
Student Event Intern Incentives
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Campus Recognition
Leadership Training and Completion Certificate
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Great experience for resume and opportunity for letters of recommendation
Access to the Student Activities Student Leadership space (open computers and printers,
microwave, refrigerator, etc.)
$500 stipend per semester.
Be a part of fun and exciting events on campus
Exposure to various campus involvement opportunities and skill seminar
Establish professional and personal contacts
Meet new people
Nominations onto Campus Committees
Great segue into student government involvement opportunities
Nomination into National Society of Leadership and Success
Other Information
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Event Interns are required to work at least 65 hours per semester
All responsibilities are required, as stated above, to receive stipend and other program
incentives
Event Interns are responsible for notifying Student Activities staff if they are unable to
make their scheduled event (within 24-hours of event start-time). If missing an event,
Event Interns must makeup missed event with an equivalent event that semester.
(2) Unexcused absences from an assigned event or meeting will result in your termination
from the Student Event Intern Program at the discretion of Student Activities Staff.
Selection Criteria
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Sincere desire to represent Student Activities events and San Juan College
Enthusiasm
Comfortable in large groups
Ability to work well with others
Responsibility and dependability
Desire to learn and develop skills in Leadership, Customer Service, Community
Involvement and Event Planning.
Application Procedure
1) Fill out the application and reference sheet (attached) and return it to Student Activities
Office, 6107, on the first floor of the Learning Commons Building (underneath SJC Library)
2) Schedule interview with Student Activities staff member
3) Reference check by Student Activities Personnel
4) Chosen applicants will receive notice by phone
*At the discretion of the Student Activities staff
Student Event Intern Application 2016-2017
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NAME ________________________________________ STUDENT ID # ___________________________
PHONE________________________________ ALTERNATE PHONE _____________________________
MAILING ADDRESS______________________________________________________________________
E-MAIL ADDRESS ________________________________________________________________________
SUBJECT of STUDY (MAJOR) _______________________ APPROXIMATE G.P.A __________________
Please select all terms interested in serving:
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Summer 2016
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Fall 2016
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Spring 2017
Please attach a copy of your summer/fall schedule
Please answer the questions below. Attach extra paper for questions, if necessary.
1) WHAT INTERESTS YOU ABOUT BEING AN EVENT INTERN?
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2) WHAT 3 QUALITIES DO YOU POSSES THAT WOULD ENABLE TO YOU BE AN EFFECTIVE
EVENT INTERN?
1) ___________________________________________________________________________________
2) ___________________________________________________________________________________
3) ___________________________________________________________________________________
3) PLEASE LIST ANY ACTIVITIES, CLUBS OR ORGANIZATIONS YOU HAVE BEEN INVOLVED
IN. ALSO INCLUDE RESPONSIBILITIES OR OFFICES HELD (IF APPLICABLE).
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4) DESCRIBE A TIME YOU WORKED WITH A TEAM, IN SCHOOL OR WORK, TO ACCOMPLISH
A GOAL. WHAT WAS YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO A SUCCESSFUL TEAM EFFORT?
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5) NAME AN ACCOMPLISHMENT THAT YOU ARE MOST PROUD OF.
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6) HAVE YOU BEEN CONVICTED OF A FELONY? (IF YES, PLEASE EXPLAIN)
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7) IF NOT ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION WOULD YOU BE INTERESTED IN THE
FOLLOWING: Check all that apply.
___ Student Activities Board (meet weekly to plan and implement student events)
___ Student Government (become a member of the executive board or a senator with voting power)
PLEASE LIST TWO PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES, PREFERABLY ONE FROM San Juan College.
NAME _________________________________
DEPARTMENT/RELATION ____________________
PHONE ________________________________
E-MAIL_______________________________________
NAME _________________________________
DEPARTMENT/RELATION ____________________
PHONE ________________________________
E-MAIL_______________________________________
Please read carefully before signing. If you have any questions regarding this program or this application,
contact the Student Activities Office at 566-3403.
By signing below, I certify that I have received a copy of the “Student Event Intern Position
Description.” I have also read and understand the responsibilities and guidelines as stated in the
description and agree to the terms in which the document entails.
First priority deadline for Spring Semester is Friday, April 29th at noon.
Please return the application to the Student Activities Office.
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Applicant Signature
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