Artificial Intelligence Internship Program Manager

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Date Posted 08/17/26

Applications Due09/17/26

Vacancy ID221893

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AgencySUNY System Administration

TitleArtificial Intelligence Internship Program Manager

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitPSNU - Professional Services Negotiating Unit (UUP)

Salary RangeFrom $65000 to $85000 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service

Travel Percentage 10%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 8 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address 353 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12246

Duties Description The State University of New York, or SUNY, is the largest comprehensive system of public higher education in the United States, with 64 colleges and universities spanning the state from Long Island to the Adirondacks to Buffalo. SUNY System Administration employees, based in Albany and New York City, provide critical support for SUNY campuses, employees, and students to advance SUNYs mission of providing high-quality, affordable higher education for all.

Across a wide range of roles, from finance and legal counsel to student support, academic affairs, IT, admissions, and more, our employees work toward advancing the four priority pillars established by SUNY Chancellor John B. King Jr. and the SUNY Board of Trustees: student success; research and scholarship; diversity, equity, and inclusion; and economic development and upward mobility. SUNY System Administration is a mission-driven workplace with robust New York State benefits including health insurance, retirement, time off, and paid family leave.

The State University of New York (SUNY) is seeking a highly organized and self-directed individual to help lead a grant-funded effort to connect SUNY undergraduate students to internships in Artificial Intelligence. This individual will help cement industry partnerships and ultimately secure paid internship placements. The position is based in Albany, NY and will report to the Director of Internships and Employer Partnerships.

This position length is anticipated to be 24 months.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Under the general direction of the Director for Internships and Employer partnerships, manage and build out a grant focused on connecting SUNY undergraduate students to micro-credentials and internships.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with employers in the artificial intelligence and technology sectors to expand internship opportunities for SUNY students.
• Conduct outreach to businesses, industry associations, and workforce partners to secure paid AI internship placements.
• Collaborate with SUNY campuses statewide to identify qualified student candidates and facilitate internship matching.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support grant objectives, events, and promotional activities.
• Lead the compilation, and ensure accuracy of, reporting materials from various sources.
• Leader project coordination, communication, data collection/reporting, evaluation and preparation of written and electronic materials and reports.
• Travel in support of project activities and events (approximately 10% across NYS).
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree and at least two years of Human Resources, workforce development, program management or related experience or Associate Degree and at least four years of Human Resources, workforce development, program management or related experience.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to be flexible, positive, take initiative, prioritize tasks and demonstrate good judgment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, writing, and presentation skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong connections with the tech industry in New York State.
• Strong background in AI use and implementation across various industry sectors.
• Project management experience.
• Familiarity with project reporting and tracking.
• Experience with grant programs, planning, reporting and evaluation.

Additional Comments Additional Information:

• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. VISA sponsorship is NOT available for this position.
• Salary is dependent on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, training, and certifications. The range for this position is $65,000-$85,000 annually.
• The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this position. Individual starting salaries are determined based on a variety of factors, including relevant experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity. While the full range is provided for transparency, starting salaries generally fall near the entry to midpoint of the range. Salaries at or near the top of the range are rare and reserved for candidates who exceptionally exceed all posted requirements.
• State Title: Senior Staff Assistant (SL-3) and is part of the United University Professions Union.
• Occasional travel within New York state and out-of-state and non-traditional hours required.
• Excellent Benefit Package which includes: NYS health insurance, free dental and vision coverage, competitive retirement options, tuition assistance, parental leave at full pay, and generous vacation, sick, and holiday time. Generous amount of time off: 13 days of paid holidays per year; 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick time accrued for the first year of employment. Then increases thereafter. Please see our UUP benefits summary for additional information: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/benefit-summaries/
• This position will be based in Albany, NY.

SUNY System Administration Benefits:

• SUNY System Administration provides an outstanding and comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family through the many life changes you may experience while you work for SUNY. Our nationally recognized benefits include:
• Retirement: The choice between a fully funded pension plan and a self-driven defined contribution plan, along with two supplemental plans to increase your ability to save for retirement.
• Health Insurance: Several health insurance options at an affordable cost that provide full coverage without mandatory deductibles.
• Time Off: Paid time off with separate vacation and sick leave accruals up to 21 days a year for each category.
• Additional paid leave policy options for childbirth, adoption, elder care, and other family care situations.
• Flexible Working Arrangements: Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid schedules, are available depending on position.
• Explore our full benefits offerings here: www.suny.edu/benefits

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources: Please apply via posting link

Telephone

Fax 518-320-1565

Email Address hr@sysadm.suny.edu

Address

Street 353 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12246

Notes on ApplyingPlease apply at this link: http://sunysystem.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=203732

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