ACC GROW High School Intern

Job Posting Closing Times: Job postings are removed from advertising at 12:00 A.M. on the closing date e.g., at midnight on the day before the closing date. Austin Community College employees are required to maintain a domicile in the State of Texas while working for the college and throughout the duration of employment. – AR 4.0300.01 If you are a current Austin Community College employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account. Austin Community College is a public two-year institution that serves a multicultural population of approximately 41,000 credit students each Fall and Spring semester. We embrace our identity as a community college, as reflected in our mission statement. We promote student success and community development by providing affordable access, through traditional and distance learning modes, to higher education and workforce training, including appropriate applied baccalaureate degrees, in our service area. As a community college committed to our mission, we seek to recruit and retain a workforce that: Values intellectual curiosity and innovative teaching Is attracted by the college's mission to promote equitable access to educational opportunities Cares about student success and collaborates on strategies to facilitate success for populations including; first generation college students, low-income students, and students from underserved communities. Focused on student academic achievement and postgraduate outcomes Welcomes difference and models respectful interaction with others Engages with the community both within and outside of ACC Job Posting Title: ACC GROW High School Intern Job Description Summary: The ACC GROW High School Intern position is a paid summer internship designed to provide high school students with hands-on work experience at Austin Community College while developing essential career readiness skills. Through structured on-campus employment and weekly career planning sessions, students will gain real-world experience, build professional skills, and explore career pathways aligned with their interests. Job Description: Description of Duties & Tasks Work Experience (Department-Based) Students will be assigned to a participating ACC department such as: ACCelerators Make It Centers (MIC) Welcome Centers Other student-facing departments Responsibilities may include: Provide excellent customer service to students, staff, and visitors Assist with front desk operations, student support, and general inquiries Support daily operations, events, or programming activities Utilize technology systems and tools to complete assigned tasks Maintain a professional and welcoming environment Complete assigned projects and tasks in a timely and accurate manner Career Readiness Requirement (Program Component) All interns are required to participate in a weekly 1:1 Career Planning Session (1 hour) with a Career Specialist. Career development activities may include: Resume and cover letter development Mock interviews (virtual and/or in-person) Job and internship search strategies Career exploration using tools such as Career Coach Strengths and career assessments (e.g., CliftonStrengths) Networking and outreach using tools such as Goldi AI Employer engagement and informational conversations Reflection on work experience and skill development Minimum Qualifications Currently enrolled high school student (rising junior or senior preferred) Ability to commit to the full program duration (June 8 – August 7, 2026) Ability to work up to 19 hours per week Interest in gaining work experience and exploring career pathways Professional Development & Engagement Actively participate in career readiness and reflection activities Demonstrate growth in workplace skills and competencies Apply feedback from supervisors and Career Specialists Engage in learning opportunities that connect work experience to future goals Knowledge Basic understanding of customer service principles Awareness of professional behavior in a workplace setting Understanding of the importance of communication, teamwork, and accountability Skills Ability to maintain a consistent work schedule Strong interpersonal and communication skills Basic organizational and time management skills Ability to follow directions and complete tasks independently or as part of a team Willingness to learn and take initiative Ability to maintain confidentiality of work-related information Physical Requirements Work is performed in a standard college campus environment May include standing, sitting, and using computers for extended periods May include occasional walking between locations Program Expectations Maintain professionalism and accountability in the workplace Attend all scheduled work shifts and career planning sessions Actively participate in career development activities Demonstrate growth in skills and workplace competencies Represent Austin Community College in a positive and professional manner Pay Rate $23.00/hr Up to 19 hours per week. Number of Openings: 6 Job Posting Close Date: June 9, 2026 Clery Act As required by the US Department of Education, employees are required to report violations under Title IX and, under the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (Clery Act), select individuals are required to report crimes. If this position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified, trained, and provided resources for reporting. Austin Community College produces an Annual Security Report as required by the Clery Act. This report includes statistics from the previous three years concerning reported crime that occurred on campus; public property adjacent to and accessible from campus; and in certain non-campus buildings/property owned or controlled by ACC. The report includes institutional policies concerning campus security and other safety information. For direct access to the current Annual Security Report, visit . You may obtain a hard copy by contacting the Clery Compliance Officer ( View email address on click.appcast.io ). For an overview, see ACC's Clery Act website. Disclaimer The above description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. ACC reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by ACC at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of the job. Job postings are removed from advertising at 12:00 A.M. on the closing date (e.g., at midnight on the day before the closing date). Come and Make a Difference with Us Working at ACC offers you an opportunity to be a part of an organization that truly believes in its mission of promoting student success and improving communities. We invite you to learn, explore and experience the many ways ACC promotes individual development and improves the overall quality of life in a vibrant, multicultural community. ACC is looking for people who value open, responsible exchange of ideas, individuals committed to integrity and exemplary standards, and candidates that value personal and professional ownership that generates accountability. ACC offers career employment opportunities as staff, administrators, full-time faculty, and adjunct faculty. When applying for a position that requires a college degree or certification from an accredited institution, request from the awarding institution official transcripts and send them directly to: ACC Highland Business Center Attention: E.M. Breedlove, Employment Manager 5930 Middle Fiskville Road, Austin, TX 78752 Photocopies or transcripts stamped "issued to student" are not accepted. Full-time faculty and staff employees who work in full-time and/or part-time positions at the college are eligible for ACC medical benefits effective the first of the month after their first 60 days of employment. Benefits include medical, dental, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, retirement plans, and AD&D. ACC does not participate in Social Security. ACC participates in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) and the Optional Retirement Program (ORP-Faculty and Administrators Only). Hourly employees participate in the ACC Money Purchase Plan (ACCMPP) as a retirement program required by federal law. Austin Community College (“ACC” or “College”) is an equal education and equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination in employment at the college and access to its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 and older), veteran status or military service, disability, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. This includes the prohibition of discrimination, including harassment, against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission. ACC will take steps to ensure that the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and vocational programs.