Department: Community Engagement

Salary: Commensurate with Experience/Education

Description:

The Center for Community Engagement and Service Learning is looking for student workers to place at off-campus organizations for the fall/spring semesters.

THIS IS AN OFF-CAMPUS COLLEGE WORK-STUDY POSITION.

There are two types of positions that students may fill as participants in the Community Work-Study and Internship program:

• Elementary Math, Science, or Reading Tutor
• Community Engagement Intern

DUTIES: 

The specific duties for each internship will vary by site.

Generally, tutors will work in educational settings (schools or a non-profit) to help elementary school students better comprehend math, science, or reading.

Community engagement interns will hold internship positions within a local non-profit in an area related to their academic major or specific interests.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong interest in community issues, engagement, and social justice
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to work cooperatively and in a leadership role
• Organizational skills

Qualifications:

• Must be a current UHD student
• Must be enrolled in at least six credit hours
• Must have a work-study award from the Office of Scholarships and Financial Aid