About the Internship

The Academic and Transfer Advising Services Internship is an enriching college "theory-to-practice" experience that combines classroom learning and application of that learning. The internship provides outstanding sophomores,  juniors and seniors the opportunity to gain leadership and advising experience, 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, 1:00 PM - 2:20 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, 1:00 PM - 2:20 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).

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.  The application deadline will be arounf early March, the exact date is TBD.  

Please note that the application will ask you for the following information, which you may wish to prepare before beginning the application:

• 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 responds to the three questions listed below.

  1. Why are you interested in the ATAS Internship and what are your reasons for wanting to participate in the internship experience?
  2. What personal qualities do you possess that would be beneficial in an experience working with your peers?
  3. What do you hope to gain from this internship?
• 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 .