QDO - Intern - Title V (Eastfield Campus)

Position Summary

An internship is offered by Dallas College to afford individuals the opportunity to gain practical work experience/knowledge in a field of interest related to the degree being obtained. Individuals can shadow and receive training experiences from knowledgeable professionals.

Under the close mentorship of a professional staff member, the intern will undertake a range of ongoing activities and assigned projects of varying levels of professional complexity requiring knowledge and expertise gained through the current pursuit of a relevant higher education degree. Working as a member of a professional team under the guidance of more senior professional personnel, individuals directly interact with colleagues and/or other stakeholders or constituents in the planning, implementation, and execution of assigned projects and tasks.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to follow guidelines, procedures, policies and protocols.

• Demonstrates the highest level of professionalism, which includes arriving on time for designated work, notifying the supervisor of any deviations from the established schedule, and dressing to the standards of the organization and the work being performed.

• Must be able to work independently and/or in a team environment, in a professional manner, while achieving common goals.Ability to follow directions.

• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.

• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information as required.

• Must be able to maintain effective working relationships with individuals internal/external to the organization to assess user needs, obtain information, and communicate in a clear and logical manner.

• In a fast-paced, ever-changing environment, must be adaptable to change.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to multitask.

• Must have strong oral, written, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to provide entry-level industry-related work functions in a career and technical work environment.

• Must be able to provide effective customer service.

• Must be able to prefer job duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications