The DEI Internship Program

A robust internship program designed for undergraduate and graduate students interested in DEI programs and initiatives to strengthen their skills. Interns work on various projects that align with their interests and often, their area of study. Our interns come from diverse backgrounds and skill sets and contribute to Cal Poly's diverse and dynamic culture both inside and outside of their internship with OUDI. OUDI relies on our interns to provide essential day-to-day support in our office, as well as support to our many campus and community events.

The BEACoN Student Lead will report directly to and assist the BEACON Research Mentoring Program Faculty Fellow, Dr. Kelly Bennion. The student lead will work collectively to execute projects and support the overall function of the BEACoN program. The BEACoN liaison serves as ambassadors of the Office of University Diversity & Inclusion and will be required to attend an orientation training in the fall as well as weekly intern meetings. 

For information about the rest of the DEI Internship positions with the Office of University Diviersity and Inclusion available for the 2024-2025 school year click here.

Apply to be the BEACoN and DEI Student Intern  

The applications for the AY 2024-2025 BEACoN DEI Student Internship position are now open!  

Ideal candidates would demonstrate a commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts at Cal Poly, a current or former participant in the BEACoN Research Program, and an interest in receiving professional development in the following specialization areas:  

• Event Planning and Campus Outreach
• Graphic Design
• Website Editing and Management  

Applicants must be enrolled as a Cal Poly undergraduate student during AY24-25 and willing to work at least 15 hours per week at a rate of $20 per hour.  

If you have any questions about job description, job qualifications, application process, interview timeline, or hiring paperwork requirements feel free to reach out to Dr. Kelly Bennion, kbennion@calpoly.edu.

Spring Quarter Recruitment Timeline  

• April 15: Application Opens
• April 28: Applications Close
• April 29 – May 1: Review Applications
• May 5 – May 10: 1st Round Interviews
• May 15: Intern Offer
• May 20-24 : Hiring Paperwork  
• May 27 : Onboarding week

Position will begin towards the end of the Spring quarter of 2024 to support with the BEACoN Symposium. The intern will be  required to attend our Fall Orientation on Thurs, Sept 19, 2024 – Fri, Sept 20, 2024 (for students residing on campus we will work with Campus Housing to ensure early residential access).  

OUDI Internship Benefits  

• Be a part of dynamic and diverse team of multi-talented interns
• Receive DEI educational and skill-based professional development
• Attend intern retreats, end of quarter celebrations, and intern bonding events
• Learn by doing exposure to the inner works of higher education DEI leadership
• Potential reference or letters of recommendations for future academic and career opportunities 

How to Apply   

1. Download, read, and complete the BEACoN Liason - Student Lead Application
2. Create/update your resume and rename it [First Last_Resume.pdf].
3. Email the completed application and an updated resume to beacon@calpoly.edu with the subject: BEACoN Liaison Applicant - NAME 
4. Save the date for 1st round interviews.

Learn about our past Interns:

Click to view past OUDI Interns