Life Sciences Internship Coordinator

Why Work at BYU   

As the flagship higher education institution of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brigham Young University (BYU) strives to be among the exceptional universities in the world. At BYU, we are devoted to our faith and to our students. We take an active role in the University's Mission: "To assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life.” 

Our unique mission, deeply rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, provides countless ways to serve and make an impact. This, along with our remarkable culture of belonging, weekly devotionals, and endless opportunities for learning and growth—all situated within a beautiful and historic campus—make it hard to imagine a more inspiring place to work. 

Brigham Young University strongly prefers to hire faithful members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Job Description

Life Sciences Internship Coordinator

The College of Life Sciences is seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Internship Coordinator to lead and enhance our internship programs. This role is central to connecting students with meaningful experiential learning opportunities, fostering relationships with external partners, and ensuring that internship experiences align with academic and career goals. If you're passionate about student success, skilled in data management, and thrive in a collaborative environment — we invite you to help us elevate the internship experience across the college.

What you’ll do in this position:

• Manage the full lifecycle of internship placements, ensuring alignment with academic standards and experiential learning goals.
• Partner with departmental internship coordinators and the Experiential Learning Office to streamline processes and enhance student outcomes.
• Develop and maintain an internship database, ensuring accurate records for stakeholders. Track placements and outcomes to support strategic planning.
• Utilize tools like Handshake, LinkedIn, BYU Connect, and others to connect students with current internship opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with external organizations, serving as a liaison to expand internship opportunities and represent the college in collaborative initiatives.

What qualifies you for this role:

Required

• A firm commitment to the mission of BYU. 
• Bachelor's degree or a combination of education and experience in student services, career development, or internship coordination.
• Professional demeanor, excellent communication and organizational skills.

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree and 5 years in student services, career development, or internship coordination.
• Knowledge of BYU policies and procedures regarding internships.

Application Deadline: Friday, October 3rd, 2025

What we offer in return:

This position comes with fantastic benefits, including:

• 401k. BYU automatically contributes 8% at no cost to you. Additionally, if you contribute 5%, BYU adds an additional 4% (Rehires may qualify for different retirement plans)
• Employee assistance program, available to the employee and all members of their household
• Tuition benefits after two years
• Access to athletic facilities
• Access to the library
• Free on-campus parking
• Free UTA passes for employee, spouse, and qualified dependents
• Discounts at the BYU Store and for many events at BYU

Pay Grade: 51

Typical Starting Pay: $28.25 to $35.25 an hour

Required Documents:

All Staff positions require a resume.

Refer to the Job Posting for any additional required documents.

Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints must hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Brigham Young University (BYU) is widely recognized not just for its world-class education, but for its deep commitment to inspired religious values. Gathered together in a Christ-centered atmosphere, BYU employees are a vital part of a community of belonging, where we value the experiences, perspectives, and talents of each individual. If you share in our devotion to faith and to excellence, we have a place for you here at BYU!