YEA/PREP Program Support Intern

Southern Utah University • Cedar City, UT

35d

About The Position

This internship is part of the Spring 2026 Professional Internship Program. To be eligible for the program you must: Be enrolled as an SUU student during the course of the internship. Have and maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Be willing to work 10 to 20 hours per week. The YEA/PREP Program Support Intern plays a key role in preparing and delivering two of SUU's largest STEM outreach programs: the Youth Engineering Academy (YEA) and the Pre-Freshman Engineering Program (PREP). This internship offers hands-on experience with curriculum preparation, event logistics, instructional support, and program coordination. Interns work closely with the program director, gaining exposure to the full lifecycle of multi-week STEM education programs and developing skills well beyond typical student employment.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Reliability, professionalism, and a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in event planning, education, STEM activities, or youth programming (Preferred).
• Familiarity with Google Workspace, spreadsheets, and basic project management tools (Preferred).
• Interest in STEM education, leadership, teaching, or related fields.
• Previous involvement in outreach, summer camps, student leadership, or community programs. (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, preparing, and organizing curriculum materials for YEA and PREP.
• Assemble and maintain instructional supplies, equipment, and classroom kits.
• Support logistical needs such as scheduling, room setup, inventory tracking, and participant communication.
• Help coordinate outreach efforts, including email communication, recruitment materials, and community partner interactions.
• Assist in developing staff training modules, orientation materials, and operational guides.
• Provide on-site program support during events, camps, and workshops as needed.
• Troubleshoot issues in real time, helping ensure smooth daily operations.
• Maintain accurate documentation, spreadsheets, and checklists related to program activities.
• Represent the program professionally when interacting with faculty, staff, students, parents, and industry partners.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees