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University of Kentucky Service and Community Engagement Internship - Programmer (AY 2024-25) in Lexington, Kentucky


University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleService and Community Engagement Internship - Programmer (AY 2024-25)
Requisition NumberDU11520
Department Name1B430:Student Organizations and Activities
Work LocationLexington, KY
Salary Range$12.00/hour
Type of PositionStudent
Position Time Status Part-Time
Required Education
Current UK Undergraduate Student
Required Related Experience
NA
Required License/Registration/Certification
NA
Physical Requirements
May require sitting for long periods of time.
Shift
Shifts/schedule will vary, approximately 12 hours per week.
Job Summary
Job Summary
The Service and Community Engagement (SCE) Student Internship positions are designed to provide students with a dynamic experience intended to highlight the functions of service and community engagement work both on and off campus.

The SCE Programmer Internship position will develop and facilitate co-curricular service events and educational programs that meet real and identified community needs throughout the academic year. SCE Programmers will be responsible for coordinating one to two recurring
community service events per month, as well as one to two community engagement events per month. Some of these have already become established partnerships, while others may be created throughout the academic year.

Oversee partnership(s) with a local community-based organization(s) to facilitate bi-weekly recurring service projects.
  • Plan and facilitate education and reflection for community service events.
  • Manage event registration and track volunteer hours via GivePulse.
  • Maintain professional communication with community based organizations.
  • Oversee the development of at least one community engagement event per month.
  • Manage event registration and attendance via BBNvoveld.


GENERAL FOR SCE INTERN: In addition to the above responsibilities, SCE Interns will meet regularly with an Assistant Director for Service and Community Engagement to learn about community partner relations, plan informational workshops and events for UK students,
discuss office management, policies and procedures, and identify personal/professional goals. Attendance at multiple, regular bi-weekly, and monthly meetings will also be required. When applying for these positions, please know that we will require both evening and weekend work shifts in addition to typical business hour shifts. Also know
that we will fully prioritize your academic schedule, as well as consider your other personal, weekly obligations. This job is meant to be a meaningful compliment to your academic journey here at UK.

Additional responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

  • Assist in providing customer service in the Center for Student Involvement (A252 and A255 in the Gatton Student Center).
  • Teach students how to use GivePulse in order to find volunteer opportunities and track their completed service hours
  • SCE Interns will work an average of 12 hours per week, including required nights and weekends. Those hours will include:
    • Office Hours in the Service and Community Engagement suite in the Gatton Student Center
    • Participating in events held by the office in the role of site/reflection leader, and assisting with other programs/events put on by the office, such as volunteer fairs or tabling initiatives.
    • Meeting with the Assistant Director for Service and Community Engagement
    • Meeting with other relevant campus and non-campus partners

  • Other duties as assigned

With any questions about the SCE Internship Programmer position please email volunteeruk@uky.edu or Chris Ciarcia, acting associate director for service and community engagement at ciarciac@uky.edu.

Tentative Start Date is August 2024

This position is also Federal Work-Study eligible, if you qualify.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
NA
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
NA
Deadline to Apply07/05/2024
University Community of Inclusion

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all - identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.


Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national check and/or drug screen.



Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

  1. Why are service and community engagement opportunities important for college students?

    (Open Ended Question)


Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter








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