Executive Operations Intern at Highlands College in Birmingham, AL

Summary: Highlands College is seeking an Executive Operations Intern to support the Executive Office by managing projects and coordinating initiatives across departments. This internship offers hands-on experience in leadership, operations, and executive-level communication, providing valuable exposure to high-performing teams and executive leaders. Responsibilities: - Manage and execute assigned projects from start to finish - Assist with meeting preparation, scheduling, agendas, and follow-up communication - Track project timelines, action items, and deliverables - Support collaboration between departments and leadership teams - Participate in leadership meetings and operational discussions - Conduct research, organize information, and prepare summaries as needed - Help improve systems, workflows, and communication rhythms - Represent the Executive Office with professionalism, discretion, and excellence Required Qualifications: - The ideal candidate is organized, relational, proactive, and eager to grow as a strategic thinker while learning how high-performing teams and executive leaders operate - Strong organizational and communication skills - High level of professionalism and emotional intelligence - Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively - Self-starter with strong attention to detail - Teachable spirit with a desire to grow personally and professionally - Ability to handle confidential information with discretion - Good physical condition is required - Ability to drive between campuses - Ability to lift 50 lbs without assistance - Ability to stand for long periods of time - The physical activity of this job includes climbing, stooping, kneeling, and crawling Preferred Qualifications: - Interest in leadership, operations, communications, ministry, or organizational management preferred Required Skills: Meeting preparation, Project management, Confidentiality handling