UT GEAR UP Student Data Entry and Collection Intern

University of Texas at Austin•Austin, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Institute for Public School Initiatives (IPSI) is seeking a passionate and detail-oriented Student Intern for Summer 2026. The UT GEAR UP Student Data Entry and Collection Intern will be instrumental in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data to support student progress, program outcomes, and resource effectiveness. This role is designed for students interested in data management and utilizing data to solve problems. The intern will work under the guidance of the GEAR UP Career Success Coach and Program Director.

Requirements

Ability to work well in a team environment
Demonstrate strong interest and passion for the GEAR UP Program
Ability to manage outreach initiatives, track progress, and meet deadlines
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Ability to use Excel and Office software such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office
Must be a current undergraduate enrolled in a post-secondary program and of good academic standing
Access to a laptop or desktop computer for content creation, data entry, and remote work
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Nice To Haves

Current GEAR UP Alumni (GEAR UP High School Graduating Class of 2023 or 2024)

Responsibilities

Organize data into spreadsheets, primarily using Excel.
Assist in the data collection process using surveys, reports, student records, and other sources.
Gather data from students by asking questions via a text message platform and recording responses.
Update and maintain student databases to ensure they are current and accessible.
Assist in accurate and current record keeping.
Help organize contact lists and outreach materials for the college/career success coach.
Assist in analyzing data trends to identify insights about student needs, program effectiveness, and outreach opportunities.
Support in creating visualizations (charts, graphs, dashboards) using tools such as Excel or Google Data Studio by highlighting key data points.
Support in research to gather data on college enrollment trends, career resources, and student support programs.
Assist in compiling research reports for the GEAR UP Success Coach and Program Director.
Collaborate and support the team with virtual and in-person events as needed (e.g., college prep workshops, career panels, Q&A sessions with college advisors).
Assist in scheduling meetings between students and the college/career success coach for mentorship and support.
Attend check-ins with the manager to discuss progress and receive feedback.
Participate in both in-person and virtual training sessions to enhance advocacy and communication skills.
Support with identifying in-kind match opportunities and other supporting documentation.
Assist with office tasks as needed, such as organizing materials, preparing reports, and updating contact lists.