K-State Skillbridge Internship Program - Various Openings - Employment Skills Training

K-State is honored to offer DOD Skillbridge internship opportunities for transitioning service members. Our internships are designed to help you acquire valuable skills in the field of higher education, providing a seamless transition from military to civilian life. At K-State, we are deeply committed to supporting your employment preparedness with comprehensive on-the-job training, interview preparation, networking opportunities, and personalized feedback on your resume.Internships are available in several different areas depending on your skills and interests. To express your interest in the program at K-State, please complete the application here. This application form is meant to gather information from military personnel who are interested in pursuing a Career Skills Program, DoD SkillBridge, or Hiring our Heroes Fellowship with Kansas State University.For questions, interview tips, and other program information visit our website: https://careers.k-state.edu/career-skills-program/ Please visit your TAP (Transition Assistance Program) office for assistance in enrollment in these programs.

ABOUT THE JOB

This 12-week internship provides service members with hands-on experience in administrative operations, cross-departmental collaboration, and project-based learning aligned with K-State’s strategic goals. Interns will engage in real-world projects, shadow experienced professionals, and develop skills essential to launching a successful career in higher education administration or related fields.Key Responsibilities (may vary by department and position):Participate in orientation and training sessions to learn about K-State's organizational structure and strategic initiatives.Collaborate with university departments and partners across campus to understand functional workflows.Assist in the planning and execution of a department-specific project under supervisor guidance.Apply job-specific training to perform operational tasks and improve departmental outcomes.Work independently and in teams to continue and complete project deliverables.Seek and respond to regular feedback from managers and peers to improve performance.Explore potential career paths by networking with other departments and professionals on campus.Attend HR sessions for resume building, interview preparation, and career coaching.Contribute to continuous improvement by participating in an exit interview and feedback discussion.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in orientation and training sessions to learn about K-State's organizational structure and strategic initiatives.
• Collaborate with university departments and partners across campus to understand functional workflows.
• Assist in the planning and execution of a department-specific project under supervisor guidance.
• Apply job-specific training to perform operational tasks and improve departmental outcomes.
• Work independently and in teams to continue and complete project deliverables.
• Seek and respond to regular feedback from managers and peers to improve performance.
• Explore potential career paths by networking with other departments and professionals on campus.
• Attend HR sessions for resume building, interview preparation, and career coaching.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by participating in an exit interview and feedback discussion.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY

Must be able to work in-person for the internship unless it is specified as remote.

BENEFITS

• On-the-job training
• Interview preparation
• Networking opportunities
• Personalized feedback on your resume

OTHER

Interns may have to pay for on-campus parking if they choose to.