Social Impact Intern

Classification Title: Admin Support Faculty 

Job Code: S713

Pay Level: $12.00/hour 

Org/Dept: 12-2070 

POSITION SPECIFIC SUMMARY: The Tippie Social Impact Community is currently accepting applications for 2 internship positions for the 2026-2027 academic year, with potential for renewal. The Social Impact Interns will collaborate with the Program Coordinator, Faculty Director, and other interns, to advance social impact and sustainability initiatives throughout the Tippie College of Business. Starting wage will be $12.00 per hour.

The Social Impact Community is a hub for students, faculty, staff, and community partners working together to develop long-term, evidence-based solutions to the most pressing issues in our society. The SIC promotes the integration of sustainability and resiliency principles into businesses and organizations by supporting people, the planet, and profits.

KEY AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES AND SPECIFIC JOB TASKS

• Manage the execution of college-wide strategic initiatives, integrating sustainability throughout curriculum, operations, student life, and outreach activities

• Assist with event planning and facilitation for workshops, conferences, and presentations

• Lead independent and group projects to promote social impact and sustainability in the college

• Create and implement communications strategies to publicize initiatives, including research programs, events, and student co-curricular activities

• Provide support for innovative business solutions to reduce resource consumption and ecological footprint at the Tippie College of Business

• Assist with efforts to evaluate and track collegiate social impact progress for reporting to Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME) and the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB)

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:

• Must be an undergraduate student enrolled at the University of Iowa during the 2026-2027 school year, with a preference for students who will be a sophomore or junior during AY26-27

• Excellent writing and proofreading skills

• Initiative to see projects through to completion with attention to detail

• Ability to work in both collaborative team settings and independent environments

• Demonstrates workplace professionalism, timeliness, and ability to meet deadlines

Desired Qualifications:

• Interest/background in social impact-related topics such as environmental sustainability, health and well-being, societal resiliency, sustainable economic development, community engagement, or related fields

• Social media, marketing, or communication experience, including experience with or willingness to learn how to use Canva

• Applicants whose experience doesn’t perfectly match every qualification, but who can demonstrate strong alignment with the SIC’s mission are encouraged to apply

WORK SCHEDULE

• Flexible hours between 8 am - 5 pm Monday-Friday based around your student schedule

• Between 5 to 10 hours a week

• Hybrid work environment (In person meetings and events, remote independent tasks and projects)

• Position begins August 2026

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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