Graduate Student Intern for the Office of Chief Operating Officer

Location: Albany, NY Category: Student Assistant Positions Job Type: Part-time Temporary Posted On: Thu Jul 9 2026 Job Description: The State University of New York (SUNY) System Administration, located in Albany, NY is searching for a graduate student to support a variety of projects and administrative priorities. This is a great opportunity to gain experience working in a professional environment under the guidance of experienced practitioners and will have the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to ongoing initiatives. Key

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Responsibilities Support tracking of key operational priorities across the Deputy Chief Operating Officer (COO) portfolio, including shared services, procurement, digital transformation, facilities, emergency management, and other cross-system initiatives. Prepare background research, briefing materials, and concise summaries for meetings with SUNY System leadership, campus partners, state agencies, vendors, and other stakeholders. Help maintain project trackers, action item lists, timelines, and follow-up logs to ensure decisions, deadlines, and next steps are documented and monitored.

Review and synthesize campus feedback, survey responses, reports, and operational data to identify themes, risks, opportunities, and areas needing leadership attention. Assist with drafting and editing memos, talking points, presentations, meeting notes, and internal communications that translate complex operational issues into clear language. Coordinate logistics and materials for meetings, workgroups, and stakeholder engagement sessions, including agendas, attendance, notes, and post-meeting follow-up.

Provide general analytical and administrative support on special projects that advance COO's goals, operational efficiency, risk reduction, and improved service to campuses. Job

Requirements Minimum Qualifications: Currently enrolled in a graduate program at a SUNY school Strong proficiency across the full Microsoft Office Suite of applications (including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, SharePoint, Teams, OneDrive, and Forms) Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to meet deadlines while balancing competing priorities Ability to work both independently and collaboratively Eagerness to learn on the job and develop a variety of skillsets Additional Information Hours are flexible. Schedule will be coordinated around academic commitments. Typically averaging 20 hours per week.

Paid Positions: Undergraduate: $16.00/hour. Graduate students $18.00/hour.