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Build the skills needed to further your career after graduation. Your coursework demonstrates the building blocks towards your success while internship opportunities provide real life experience that will enable you to succeed. Auxiliary Services is proud to have the opportunity to provide a variety of internships that reflect our core beliefs of integrity; excellence; mutual respect and human dignity; diversity and inclusion; academic freedom; personal and institutional responsibility and accountability; shared governance; A sense of community; work-life sensitivity; civic engagement; and social responsibility.

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The Campus Hospitality Ambassador Program Application for 2024-2025 are now closed

The Campus Hospitality Ambassador Program (CHAP) is an active group of diverse student ambassadors dedicated to promoting and enhancing the hospitality and care delivered by UK Auxiliary Services to the campus community, vital to fostering an enriched living and learning environment. CHAP members will serve as an ambassador while offering feedback and insight to leaders in the division, including the Assistant Vice President of Auxiliary Services.  

UK undergraduate students are encouraged to apply for CHAP.

Campus Hospitality Ambassadors will receive: 

  • Annual stipend of $300 awarded at the end of each semester if program requirements are met.
  • Gain exclusive UK Swag and Apparel 

You should apply if: 

  • You are a UK student passionate about sharing your UK experience with prospective students and families.
  • You want to serve as a student voice, enhancing services provided by units within Auxiliary Services.
  • You want to cultivate exceptional communication and leadership abilities. 

A good CHAP will: 

  • Participate in at least three (3) campus activities/events per semester for UK Auxiliary Services.  
    • This includes participating in various recruitment and tabling events such as Admitted Student Day, Big Blue Open House, Merit Day(s), etc. 
  • Provide student input and engage in discussion on new initiatives to help influence goals, services, and overall effectiveness. 
  • Share their Wildcat Story with prospective students and families. 
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Student Employment & Internships

Student Employment, Internships and Graduate Assistantships are employment options offered by Auxiliary Services to allow students to expand their knowledge, grow in their area of study and prepare themselves for employment opportunities after graduation. We offer a wide range of employment opportunities. Please see below for detail on each employment option available. 

 

Marketing, Communications and Design

  • Social Media Internship 
    • This internship consists of assisting with accounts on Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram and LinkedIn. Social Media Interns are expected to create static graphics and reels that could be shared across all platforms. Content is reviewed by supervisors before posting. It is expected that Social media content should be presented each week. 
  • Website Development Internship 
    • This Internship consists of assisting in updates for Auxiliary Service managed sites, assisting in building sites, pages and provide information needed to provide accurate updates on dates, times, and information. 
  • Publications Internship 
    • This internship provide articles and editorial materials that are featured on LinkedIn and in the Auxiliary Service Newsletter email. This position is responsible for producing at least three articles per month. 
  • Campus Hospitality Specialist 
    • This internship position is responsible in assisting during Tabling events for areas such as Housing. 
  • Interior Design 
    • In collaboration with UK College of Design and supported by UK’s Interior Designer, Auxiliary Services created an internship for interior design students interested in the hospitality and residential industry. Interior Design interns have the opportunity to engage in surveys and focus groups to address needs collaboratively with Auxiliary Services.   

Events

  • University Events Student Coordinator 
    • The student coordinators are responsible for managing, approving, and aiding in the success of events/meeting on campus.
  • Graphics & Marketing Intern 
    • This internship is project-based where design and marketing materials are created based on upcoming events, various needs within Auxiliary Services, and other related occurrences. Projects include but are not limited to print designs, various forms of graphic design for social media, campaigning and the yearly UK-hosted CBMI promotion.
  • CBMI & University Events Graduate Assistant  
    • The CBMI & University Events Graduate Assistant serves to assist the University Events team with hosting the College Business Management Institute (CBMI) each summer. Throughout the year, the Graduate Assistant is responsible for coordinating with faculty and attendees, working alongside campus partners, and planning for future conferences.
  • Commencement Graduate Assistant 
    • The Commencement Graduate Assistant serves the University Events team by assisting in managing and hosting the commencement ceremonies held in fall and spring each semester. The role requires communications and coordination with faculty, staff and attendees. Assist in diplomas, gowns and more. 

Production

  • University Events Production Services Student Technician  
    • The Student Technician provides audio/visual support for events across campus. As an entry level position, the technician is trained in basic sound reinforcement, video production, lighting principles and equipment. Students who work with University Events’ Production Services can expect an experience that allows them to work in a fast-paced environment while developing critical thinking and active problem-solving skills, as well as gaining customer service and live event production knowledge.

Gatton Student Center

  • Student Service Representative  
    • A Student Service Representative of The Gatton Student Center (GSC) Student Hospitality Team is responsible for staffing the Information Desk, assisting various departments under Auxiliary Services, directing guests and clients to nearby locations, providing information to patrons, and setting up and assisting events. The position would report to the student Building Manager on staff and Student Program Specialist.
  • Building Manager 
    • A Building Manager of the Gatton Student Center Student (GSC) Hospitality Program is responsible for managing the day-today operations within the GSC, including but not limited to: assisting various departments under Auxiliary Services, directing guests and clients to nearby locations, providing information to patrons and setting up events (Students cannot apply to this position unless they are first hired as the Service Representative Role).
  • Art Curator 
    • Each semester, a dedicated curator intern from the UK College of Fine Arts curatorial studies program, manages the exhibit outside of the Harris Ballroom within the Gatton Student Center. The internship and exhibits are supported and supervised by the UK HealthCare Arts in HealthCare program in partnership with the Gatton Student Center, UK College of Fine Arts and the UK School of Art and Visual Studies. 

What is the role you fill as an Auxiliary Services student intern?

"For my internship, I conduct field visits to specific interior locations on campus and create proposals for ways the space can be renovated. I also meet with focus groups to get feedback on the designs."

Cora Meagher | Design Intern

What is your favorite part of your internship?

"My favorite part of the internship is the slow and easy transition into the corporate world. I don't feel too out of place since almost half of the office space consist of other student interns, yet I feel a sense of real-world experience with full time workers integration I work alongside with." 

Malka Churchill | Marketing Intern

What advice would you give someone looking to find an internship?

"Start early and don't be afraid to stay local. I was very anxious about finding the perfect internship. However, once I learned about what UK had to offer, I felt a lot more reassured that I had not only a good internship, but something that could be lasting throughout my time on campus."

Isabella Nkemeh | University Events Intern

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