Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE) Associate Intership
This role presents a unique opportunity for transitioning service members to apply their leadership and organizational skills at the state-level educational governance level. Unlike other roles, the Associate Intern will gain exposure to multiple divisions within CPE, including academic excellence, workforce development, and economic development, as well as policy planning. The position enables direct engagement in key state initiatives, including the statewide transfer strategy, providing hands-on experience in public administration and educational reform. Over the internship, the Associate Intern will be involved in several high-impact initiatives, including the implementation of CPE’s updated strategic plan, the execution of new workforce development programs, and enhancements to the state’s transfer policies. One of the primary challenges will be navigating the evolving postsecondary landscape while addressing gaps in educational access and aligning programs with the demands of the workforce.
ABOUT THE JOB
The Associate Intern position is essential to supporting the CPE’s mission of continuous improvement in higher education. This role provides critical support for policy analysis, workforce development initiatives, and strategic projects aimed at enhancing student access and success. The intern will contribute to the development and implementation of statewide educational policies, working closely with senior leaders to ensure CPE's strategic goals are met. This role is critical in advancing programs that align education with the needs of Kentucky's economy, supporting initiatives that foster a highly skilled workforce, and driving improvements in student outcomes.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support policy analysis and workforce development initiatives.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of statewide educational policies.
- Work closely with senior leaders to ensure CPE's strategic goals are met.
- Advance programs that align education with the needs of Kentucky's economy.
- Support initiatives that foster a highly skilled workforce and drive improvements in student outcomes.
QUALIFICATIONS
- No work experience is required.
- Management-related skills or extensive work experience within higher levels of military command structure.
- Workforce Program/apprenticeship-related experience is beneficial.
- Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of products.
- Advanced development skills in Excel and PowerPoint.
- High customer service, customer advocacy, collaboration, dealing with ambiguity, and planning Adult Learner and Student Success outcomes.
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY
No work experience is required for this position; however, the applicants should obtain management-related skills or many years of previous work experience within higher levels of military command structure. Workforce Program/apprenticeship-related experience is beneficial.
ELIGIBLE SERVICE BRANCHES
All Services
PROGRAM COST
None
OTHER
Knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of products, as well as related professional software and office tools, is critical for this role. Advanced development skills in Excel and PowerPoint are highly desirable. High customer service, customer advocacy, collaboration, dealing with ambiguity, and planning Adult Learner and Student Success outcomes are also critical. Professional Career Competencies (Soft Skills) 1. Customer/Partner Focused / Passion2. Customer/Partner Advocacy3. Collaboration and Teaming Skills4. Ability to see the “big Picture”5. Action Oriented6. Results Focused7. Dealing with Ambiguity