Temporary Program Intern
Company: Northeastern University
Location: Boston
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
About the Opportunity Northeastern University’s Speech-Language
and Hearing Center (SLHC) is seeking an innovative, collaborative,
and flexible Program Intern to support the operations of the summer
2026 Word Detectives reading program and afternoon recreation
program. Program Logistics: Word Detectives is offered in-person
for 16 days in July: Monday– Thursday, July 7-July 30 Friday, July
31. The program consists of instruction from 9:00am – 1:00pm, with
early drop off from 8:00-9:00, a supervised recess from 10:30 –
11:30am, and weekly staff meetings one day/week from 1:15 – 2:15pm.
Pre-program training and orientation required, along with 2
post-program wrap up days. Our afternoon recreation program runs
from 1:00-4:00 and interns are encouraged to participate. Role &
Responsibilities: The Program Intern will have responsibilities
related to, but not limited to the following operational tasks: •
providing assistance to the SLHC Clinical Operations Manager with
regards to client files and documents, and related SLHC front desk
tasks (e.g., copying, delivery of materials to classrooms, filing
documents, etc.); • assisting with student drop-off, pick-up, and
attendance; • assisting with activity time, snack/breaks, and
lunch; • assisting with teacher and graduate student classroom
preparation and management; • working collaboratively with graduate
student clinicians, Program Assistants, Head Teachers, and Program
Directors Emphasis on Motivation: Word Detectives also specializes
in facilitating motivation and engagement among participating
students. Rather than relying on incentives, the Program integrates
research-based motivational strategies designed to encourage
persistence, engagement, and independent learning. Motivational
strategies are centered around four themes – autonomy, belonging,
competence, and meaning. Many of the academic activities that
reinforce these themes are borrowed from the Responsive Classroom
program. Through participation in a program orientation session in
June, the Program Intern will receive exposure in this area.
Qualifications: • High school or college student in good academic
standing and a GPA > 3.0 • Experience in summer program/camp
settings and/or overseeing groups of children engaged in activities
preferred • Experience interacting with children in any capacity •
An interest in reading and literacy a plus Interested individuals
should send their resumes to Caren McDonough at
ca.mcdonough@northeastern.edu Position Type Temporary Additional
Information Northeastern University considers factors such as
candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an
offer. Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for
benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental,
paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as
well as commuting & transportation. Visit
https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for more information. All
qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
This job is for a current or anticipated job vacancy. Pay Rate:
$15/hour
Keywords: Northeastern University, North Attleborough , Temporary Program Intern, Education / Teaching , Boston, Massachusetts
