Community Service Work-Study Programs
This program offers eligible students the option of working in a non-profit agency or school to earn their work-study award.
This federally subsidized program offers eligible students the option of working in community-based non-profit agencies, public schools, or governmental agencies to earn a work-study award. The Community Service Work Study and America Learns programs provide students the opportunity to earn part of the funds needed to cover educational cost and offers organizations an economical way to meet short-term staffing needs.
Who Can Participate
Non-profit agencies and schools
What Students Are Doing
- Assisting Goodwill Rescue Mission in their kitchen, office, and thrift shop.
- Working with Future City, Inc. on environmental initiatives.
- Developing websites for non-profits
- Serving as academic and technology tutors in local schools, after-school programs, and community centers in Newark and the surrounding areas.
- Assisting with agencies marketing and social media needs
Why Participate
Students receive paid work experience, and the agency gets dependable and talented help at a subsidized rate.
How to Participate
Students who receive Federal Work Study can apply for this position using the NJIT Cornerstone Student Employment System.
- Login to the Pipeline and select "Student Services"
- Select "On Campus Employment"
- Select "Explore Open Jobs" then "Search"
- Scroll the alphabetical list until you find the job titled, "Community Service Work Study Off Campus"
If you have any question, please contact Nadyrah Amin by e-mail at amin@njit.edu or by phone on 973-596-3645.