IT Policy and Compliance Intern - IE

Working Title: IT Policy and Compliance Intern - IE

State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study

Position Type: Institutional Employment

Position Status: Part-Time

College/Division: Information Technology

Department: 100784 – IT Policy and Compliance

Pay Rate: Hourly

Beginning Review Date: 

Specify Range or Amount: $13

Is this a JMU only position? N/A

Is this a grant-funded position? N/A

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? N/A

About JMU:

Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.

General Information:

Information Technology is seeking an organized, detailed, and reliable Intern for the Policy and Compliance Team. This internship is a paid student position that requires an average of 15 hours each week. This position is for the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 semesters with the potential to start as early as Summer 2024. Working hours will be scheduled according to the student’s availability within JMU’s normal business hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate honesty, integrity, and confidentiality with the handling of university and vendor data.
• Ability to communicate with customers and vendors clearly and professionally.
• Research systems and services in support of IT’s third-party vendor management program.
• Assist with ensuring file documentation is organized and complete.
• Ability to work on multiple projects at once.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• High-level of attention to detail for completed work.
• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic.
• Effective time management, task organization, and prioritization skills.
• Strong research skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, SharePoint, and Teams.

Conditions of Employment:  

Students must be degree-seeking students, enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).

Students must have a 2.0 or better cumulative GPA.

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Additional Posting Information:

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at (540) 568-6705 or disability-svcs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the Office of Disability Services, located in the Student Success Center, Suite 1202 and they will be happy to assist you.