Villanova University

Posting Number: 20250618T

Position Title: Academic Support for Athletics & UNITAS Internship

Position Type: Temp/Intern

Location: Villanova, PA

Work Schedule: full-time/10-months

Approximate Number of Hours per Week 35

Department: 727-Athl - Administration

Position Summary:

Villanova University’s Department of Athletics is seeking an Academic Support and UNITAS Intern to contribute to both academic support services and UNITAS initiatives for student-athletes. This position will report to both the Director of UNITAS and the Director of Academic Support for Athletics. The intern will work closely with the Office of Academic Support for Athletics (OAS) to provide academic support, monitor academic progress, and contribute to student-athletes’ academic success. Additionally, the intern will assist in the development and implementation of UNITAS programming, supporting strategic initiatives, event planning, and student-athlete development efforts. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in both academic services and fostering an inclusive and supportive environment within athletics.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Academic Support

• Work with the Office of Academic Support for Athletics (OAS) staff to provide comprehensive academic support to all varsity student-athletes at Villanova University.
• Assist with providing academic support, mentoring, resources, and general assistance to student-athletes through one-on-one and small group meetings.
• Assist OAS advisors in monitoring student-athletes’ academic eligibility and progress towards degree.
• Prepare reports and other materials on academic status for advisors, coaches and athletics administrators.
• Assist with team meetings, recruiting presentations, workshops, events and programming.
• Promote an environment of academic integrity.

UNITAS in Athletics & Student-Athlete Development

• Work with the UNITAS staff leadership team to manage strategic and operational goals.
• Assist in the development, planning, social media, website, scheduling, publication, and

advertisement of all aspects of the UNITAS program.

• Draft meeting agendas and minutes, event announcements, and progress updates for the UNITAS Leadership Committee and Student-Athlete Organizations.
• Attend UNITAS and student-athlete development meetings.
• Support and lead UNITAS affinity and ally groups.
• Assist with education, awareness, and training opportunities within athletics.
• Participate in weekly meetings and conference calls.
• Assist with programming and events for overall UNITAS program & Student-Athlete groups.

General

• Participate in Athletic Department and campus education, training, workshops and professional development.
• Must adhere to all Villanova University, BIG EAST & NCAA rules and regulations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Strong communication skills; ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously; detail-oriented.
• Must be willing to work some evening and weekend hours.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proficiency or experience supporting and engaging with culture, climate, and impact.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:

• Must be willing to work some evening and weekend hours.

Special Message to Applicants:

EEO Statement

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian order. Diversity and inclusion have been and will continue to be an integral component of Villanova University’s mission. The University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

Posting Date: 04/11/2025

Closing Date (11:59pm ET):

Salary Posting Information:

$15.00 per hour.

Job Classification: non-exempt