Student Leadership Internship
(SLI)
Length of Position: One trimester (approximately 90 days)
Supervisor: Patrick Sedivy
Description
The Student Leadership Intern (SLI) plays a central role in shaping the student experience at Cumorah Academy. Serving as a bridge between staff and students, the SLI models the values, leadership principles, and character development taught at the Academy while mentoring and supporting students throughout the semester.
This internship is designed for students with prior leadership experience—especially those who have previously attended Cumorah Academy or who have demonstrated leadership in campus organizations, experience design, management, or mentoring roles.
The position offers substantial responsibility, autonomy, and leadership development. Interns gain hands-on experience in student development, experience design, leadership coaching, program coordination, and organizational improvement, making this role highly relevant for students pursuing careers in education, leadership, experience design and management, student affairs, or nonprofit work.
Internship Benefits
- Applied Leadership Experience: Lead teams, mentor individuals, and manage group dynamics in an international educational setting.
- Student Development & Experience Design: Build practical skills in designing, evaluating, and improving student experiences and campus initiatives.
- Professional Mentorship: Work closely with Cumorah Academy leadership and staff, receiving regular feedback and guidance.
- Program & Organizational Exposure: Participate in institutional planning, student services, wellness coordination, and leadership programming.
- Career Preparation: Strengthen your résumé with hands-on leadership, coaching, and management experience applicable to graduate school or professional roles.
- Room & Board: Receive subsidized housing and meals for the full three-month term at our campus just south of Prague.
- Global & Cultural Growth: Live and work with students from diverse international backgrounds in a values-centered community.
- Purpose & Fulfillment: Make a meaningful impact by helping students succeed academically, professionally, and personally.
- Mentorship & Networking: Build relationships with visiting mentors and young leaders from around the world.
- Travel Opportunities: Enjoy proximity and flexibility for weekend travel throughout Europe.
Key Responsibilities
Student Leadership, Mentorship & Programming
- Serve as a mentor and leadership coach for a group of 10–12 students.
- Support students in goal-setting, accountability, personal development, and conflict resolution.
- Lead team-building activities, devotionals, reflections, and group discussions.
- Model and teach ethical, Christlike leadership and effective council-based decision-making.
- Assist with student welcome and induction programs.
- Train and support student group leaders through weekly leadership meetings.
- Teach leadership principles and provide ongoing coaching to student leaders.
- Lead the Leadership Book Challenge and attend Leadership Class, helping facilitate reflective learning.
Community Outreach & Collaboration
- Counsel with student groups to plan and execute a community outreach service project.
- Support students throughout project execution and reflection; submit project summaries with photos and written reflections.
- Attend weekly staff meetings and leadership trainings.
- Collaborate with interns and staff across departments to support campus-wide goals.
- Contribute research, feedback, and ideas to improve student experience and institutional systems.
Additional Leadership Focus Areas
In addition to the core SLI responsibilities listed above, each SLI oversees one departmental leadership area:
- Campus Contribution Supervisor: Oversees student campus-work assignments, coordinating schedules, training students, monitoring task completion, and fostering responsibility and service.
- Campus Cleaning Supervisor: Manages student cleaning assignments, inspections, feedback, and coordination with staff to maintain cleanliness and safety standards.
- Health Coordinator: Supports student physical and mental well-being by coordinating basic health needs, monitoring trends, communicating concerns to staff and assisting the Wellness intern.
- Mentor & Guest Relations Coordinator: Manages logistics and hospitality for visiting mentors and guests, including communication, scheduling, space setup, and audiovisual coordination.
- Student Activities Coordinator: Plans and leads student activities that foster community, engagement, and well-being.
Qualifications
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable leading and presenting in group settings.
- Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and mentoring ability.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Native English speaker or CEFR C2 proficiency.
- Completed or currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., leadership, education, management, experience design).
- Fully available for the full 12-week semester (arrival 2 days before start; departure 1 day after completion).
- Valid passport eligible for a 90-day stay in the EU Schengen Zone.
- Able to obtain valid health insurance for the duration of the semester.
- No dependents (live-on-campus position).
- Hardworking, reliable, and committed to student development and institutional mission.
Preferred & Helpful Experience
- Prior participation in Cumorah Academy with strong academic and leadership performance.
- Experience in student leadership, experience design, management, coaching, or education.
- Returned missionary experience.
- Experience in multicultural or international environments.
- Familiarity with Spanish, Portuguese, Czech, or Ukrainian (helpful but not required).
Expectations
Student Leadership Interns are expected to model Christlike leadership and actively participate in the academic, social, and spiritual aspects of the Cumorah Academy experience, modeling professionalism, integrity, and service while contributing meaningfully to campus life.
