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Academic and Transfer Advising Services Internship

Are you looking to impact student success, gain leadership skills,

and learn about Academic and Transfer Advising Services?

Consider applying to our full year internship that earns you EXP+ and upper division credit!

About the Internship

The Academic and Transfer Advising Services Internship is an enriching college experience that combines classroom learning and application of that learning. The internship provides outstanding sophomores,  juniors and seniors the opportunity to gain leadership experience and advising knowledge, improve personal and professional skills, and explore career aspirations while providing assistance to others.

ADV 488

The internship consists of a two semester-long training program, much of which occurs in the weekly, seminar–style course, ADV 488, each semester. Active participation is required and training will occur through the analysis of issues relevant to academic advising, case studies, reading and discussion of current events and relevant articles, role plays, and presentation skill training and practice. The internship also includes written assignments, creation of a lesson plan for your ADV 101 class, and periodic quizzes. There will be a formal syllabus, homework, and firm deadlines. Additionally, ATAS Interns perform supervised work in the office, serve as a teaching assistant in ADV 101, and conduct outreach activities to the university community.

 

 

BENEFITS

There are many benefits and rewards associated with the ATAS Internship:

  • Experience in leadership, co-instruction of a first semester seminar, and student support;
  • The opportunity to explore and develop professional skills and experience personal growth;
  • The chance to form friendships with other interns;
  • An opportunity to explore the possibility of a career in higher education;
  • Three hours of upper division credit (ADV 488) per semester;
  • Completion of the EXP+ attribute for the Stony Brook Curriculum.

 

 

SELECTION CRITERIA

We are looking for a diverse group of undergraduate students who possess the following qualities and qualifications:

  • Good academic and disciplinary standing (minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0)
  • Minimum of 45 total earned credits (Sophomore, Junior or Senior standing)
  • Ability to commit to two semesters (fall and spring)
  • Ability to enroll in and attend weekly seminar class, ADV 488, on Mondays, 2:00 PM - 3:20 PM
  • Interest in helping transfer students transition to Stony Brook University
  • Ability to work with diverse students, staff and community members
  • Flexibility, dependability, patience, maturity, strong communication skills, and a commitment to learning

 

 

TIME COMMITMENT

ATAS Interns attend two training sessions prior to the start of the fall semester and can expect to devote approximately 10-12 hours per week to internship responsibilities during the fall and spring semesters.

  • 4 hours per week: Work in ATAS at the front desk welcoming students and answering the telephone; and/or work at the office computers assisting students with their registration and scheduling of classes.
  • 2 hours per week: Serve as a teaching assistant (TA) for a first semester seminar class for transfer students (ADV 101).
  • 3 hours per week: Prepare assignments and attend weekly seminar class, ADV 488, Mondays, 2:00 PM - 3:20 PM.
  • 20 hours per semester: Outreach with other ATAS Interns to undergraduate students by organizing events and presentations regarding academic guidelines, degree requirements, and academic support.
  • 10 hours per semester: Work with professional advisors (i.e. shadow advising sessions, participate in committees, or assist with advising projects).

 

 

 

 

INTERESTED IN APPLYING?

Interested students must complete an application via Handshake and participate in an interview and selection process. This takes place during the spring semester prior to the first semester of internship participation. The required application materials include a resume, a cover letter, planning grid and a list of two references. The application will open around early March on Handshake for candidates to apply to.  Interviews usually get conducted in late March and offer letters will go out early April. 

HOW TO PREPARE

Resume

Please attach a current resume that lists previous job experiences and extracurricular activities.

Cover Letter

Please write a cover letter that tells us more about you and why you would be a great fit for this role.

References

Please list the name, title, department or company, telephone number, and email address of two individuals who will serve as your professional references. Please be sure to alert the individuals you select to the fact that you are listing them as a reference. All references will be contacted via email or telephone prior to selection.

  • At least one reference must be a Stony Brook University faculty or professional staff member (i.e. professors, instructors, graduate teaching assistants, residence hall directors, quad directors, advisors).
  • Please note, although peer references from an undergraduate student leader are welcomed, only one of your references may be a student leader (i.e. orientation leader, resident assistant, commuter assistant, peer academic success coach).

QUESTIONS?

Please send your questions to Rebecca Geist, Rebecca.Geist@stonybrook.edu .

CAREER CENTER ASSISTANCE

The Career Center can help you get prepared with resume review, mock interviews, and more!

STONY BROOK HANDSHAKE

  •  Make appointments with the Career Center.
  • Connect with employers and message recruiters.
  • Search and apply for both on-campus and off-campus jobs and internships with small, regional and fortune 500 companies. 
  • Research and connect with employers attending virtual and in-person job fairs and events.
  • Network with alumni and students at 1,400+ institutions in the Handshake network.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for the ATAS Internship in the 2025- 2026 academic year, please wait for the application to become available on Handshake.  

Handshake

 

IMPORTANT DATES

Application must be submitted by:  2024- 2025 application is closed. Check back in March 2025 for the 2025-2026 application!

Interviews will be conducted: Typically Mid-March 

Applicants will be notified: Typically Mid-April

Mandatory Training Dates: One training in May (time and date: TBD) and one training in Mid/Late August (time and date: TBD)

Meet the 2024-2025 Academic Peer Interns 

  • Mansha Abidi
    Mansha Abidi
    Major: PsychologyWhy I became an ATAS intern: "I wanted to become an ATAS intern to help students navigate their way through campus, meet new people, gain hands-on experience as a teaching assistant and learn more about pre-health by shadowing advisors."
  • Joshua Guerrero 
    Joshua Guerrero
    Major: Psychology BSWhy I chose the internship: "My reason is to challenge myself and to further improve upon myself in hopes to be better equipped to help others."
  • Anthony Morales
    Anthony Morales
    Major: Psychology BAWhy I became an ATAS intern: "I want to be an ATAS intern because I hope to give back to the campus community and help others be more involved and make meaningful connections through outreach."
  • Samaira Pawa
    Samaira Pawa
    Major:  Health Science and SociologyWhy I became an ATAS intern: "I want to help transfer students at Stony Brook and learn more about advising."
  • Gabriela Pazmino Freire
    Gabriela Pazmino Freire
    Major: Health ScienceWhy I became an ATAS intern: "I wanted to be part of this internship because I understand the importance of knowledge when it comes to academic planning. I want to be a source of information to help students on their academic journey. Besides this, I love making new connections and developing leadership skills. For these reasons, I am so excited to be part of this internship."
  • Cecelia Reed
    Cecelia Reed
    Major: PsychologyWhy I became an ATAS intern: "I decided to become an ATAS intern because I wanted to help guide and support other transfer students through their transition to Stony Brook as well as learn more about the advising process!"
  • Emily Rottkamp
    Emily Rottkamp
    Major:Business ManagementWhy I became an ATAS intern: "I became an ATAS Intern to help other transfer students adjust to Stony Brook, and get internship experience!"
  • Heejoo Shin
    Heejoo Shin
    Majors: PsychologyWhy I became an ATAS intern: "I wanted to become an ATAS Intern to help students and also connect with advisors to learn how they would go on to advise student’s major, goals, and aspirations."
  • Isabella Tolley
    Isabella Tolley
    Major: Biochemistry Why I became an ATAS intern: "I wanted to be an ATAS intern to learn more about higher education, gain some experience, and become better connected on campus."
  • Ev Trelfa
    Ev Trelfa
    Major: Environmental StudiesWhy I became an ATAS intern: "I wanted to become an ATAS intern because I want to help reduce the stress transfer students may feel coming to a new college!"
  • Luyao Wang
    Luyao Wang
    Major: Mathematics and EconomicsWhy I became an ATAS intern:  "I am an international transfer student myself and would like to help others about the totally new life in the college."