Quest Intern
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Job Description
About Company:
Lensa is a leading career site focused on connecting job seekers with opportunities at all stages of their careers. They are advertising this position on behalf of their client, the University of Utah.
Job Description:
The University of Utah is seeking Quest Interns to support the Quest Academic Learning Community for the 2025-2026 academic year. The Quest program provides first-time students with small-sized academic seminars that meet general education and baccalaureate requirements, along with social and academic events, community service projects, and on-campus study spaces.
Key Details:
• Job Title: Quest Intern
• Department: LEAP & Early College
• Location: University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT (Campus)
• Dates: August 2025 to May 2026 (with academic breaks)
• Hours: Part-time, 10 hours per week (Flexible based on class schedule, one evening per week required Mon-Thurs)
• Pay: $18/hour – $20/hour
• Internship Areas:
• Social Media and Communications
• Event Planning and Management
• Data Analyst
Responsibilities:
Quest Interns will be assigned to one of the three internship areas, focusing on:
• Planning, organizing, and executing Quest program events (social, service, academic).
• Designing and implementing Quest’s social media calendar.
• Creating media to promote Quest initiatives and engage the community.
• Assisting with data analysis for the Quest program.
• Supporting students, faculty, and partners within the Quest program.
• Hosting/peer mentoring (3 hours per week).
• Meeting with Undergraduate Studies partners and other interns (2 hours per week).
• Working on assigned internship tasks (5 hours per week).
Minimum Qualifications:
• Current University of Utah student.
• Proven ability to work well in a team and communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work successfully under pressure.
• Thoroughness and accuracy in completing tasks.
Preferences:
• Previous experience in your desired internship area.
Special Instructions:
• Applicants should provide sample work related to their desired internship area under “applicant document – Other.” This could include a portfolio link (Social Media), post-event report (Event Planning), or a completed data analysis project (Data Analyst).
