Psychology Department Internship - Fall 2025

Psychology Department Internship - Fall 2025

Job Title - Psychology Department Internship - Fall 2025

Department - Psychology

Job Description/Duties - The Psychology Department at SUNY Cortland is seeking a Communication and Student Engagement intern to help enhance our online presence and connect students with opportunities. This position is perfect for a creative and tech-savvy student with a background in psychology. Manage the department's social media account and create engaging content to highlight activities, events, and opportunities, including internships. Design visual materials such as posters, flyers, and digital content using platforms like Canva. Assist with creating and formatting the department newsletter and maintaining an updated web presence.

Days/Hours Needed - 3 per week, with a flexible schedule

Campus Location/Bldg. - Old Main/hybrid

Required Qualifications - Must be a SUNY Cortland student able to work independently, responsibly, and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications - Psychology major or minor preferred Excellent written and oral communication skills Ability to coordinate several projects at one time and work independently Excellent computer skills Experience with social media content creation

Salary Grade - A-$15.50/hr.

Contact Name(s) & Email(s) - Please contact the Department Chair, Dr. Irene Strasser, by e-mail if you have any questions.

Posting Number - SA25021

Review Start Date - 09/05/2025

Open Date - 09/03/2025

Close Date - 09/12/2025

Open Until Filled - Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants - Under documents 'other,' please, provide a link or attachment to previous work you were responsible for, e.g., social media account, flyer/poster, project page, etc.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. What skills or areas of interest are you hoping to gain experience in through this internship? (Open Ended Question)
2. What excites you about this internship opportunity, and how do you see it aligning with your goals? (Open Ended Question)
3. What relevant experiences, unique skills, or attributes would you bring to this role, and how would this internship support your desired career path? (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae or Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Other - See Special Instructions to Applicants