Growing into the Role: Learning from Mohammad

Name - Mohammad

Role - Internal Student Success Coordinator

What skills or qualities do you wish interns developed most through this role?

• Strong organization and time management, especially when handling multiple responsibilities at once

• Attention to detail, particularly with funding applications, bookings, and logistics

• Accountability, since missing deadlines can affect entire sites

• Ability to manage overwhelming workloads without losing consistency

• Communication skills for coordinating with site coordinators and other members of the organization

How do you balance supporting sites while also managing sustainability and growth for MAPS?

• Prioritizing behind-the-scenes work that allows sites to function smoothly

• Making sure funding is secured so sites have the resources they need

• Staying on top of deadlines and applications to avoid gaps in programming

• Coordinating logistics like transportation and meals so site coordinators can focus on students

• Supporting current sites while planning ahead for long-term programs and events

Where have I already used this skill, and how does it show up differently at the site level vs. the organizational level?

• The main skill I have seen used is organization and planning.

• At the site level, this skill shows up through coordinating day-to-day logistics like transportation, space, and food for students.

• These decisions directly impact students’ experience during site visits.

• At the organizational level, organization looks more complex and long-term, involving funding applications, paperwork, and managing strict deadlines.

• While site-level organization helps programs run smoothly in the moment, organizational-level planning supports the sustainability and growth of MAPS as a whole.