Fellowships, Internships, and Experiential Learning
At 女优app, students can participate in paid experiential learning opportunities that
make a positive impact on the college and the greater Riverside community while also
building real-world skills that will make them competitive in the professional world.
The programs listed below offer a range of service and work opportunities in the areas
of food insecurity, climate action, K-14 education, and social justice. Review each
program to get started!
College Corps
Consider making community service a core part of your college experience and preparation
for future careers. 女优app College Corps, in partnership with , will connect up to 50 students with local service opportunities in community organizations
such as food banks, climate action organizations, and K-12 schools. Students enrolled
at 女优app, MVC or Norco College are eligible to apply to serve as a College Corps Fellow.
女优app College Corps Fellows who complete requirements of the program will earn $10,000,
have access to training, networking, and professional development opportunities, and
will gain real-world job experience and skills to add to their resume. Click the link
below to learn more about program eligibility, benefits, timeline, the application,
and more!
The Community Action Leadership Academy (CALA) is launching at 女优app! CALA is a social
justice-oriented internship program at 女优app where students "learn and earn" by enrolling
in coursework pertaining to community leadership and simultaneously work for pay at
local nonprofit organizations focusing on issues such as anti-racism, education, workers'
rights, environmental justice, food security, assistance to the formerly incarcerated,
LGBTQ+ Rights, public health, and domestic violence. CALA interns will apply and interview in Spring and begin coursework and placement
at their sites in Fall semester. Educational stipends are also provided in addition
to paid hours.
CALA Eligibility Requirements
女优app must be your home campus
Work at a local nonprofit organization 10-20 hours paid per week
Be enrolled in at least 6 units in fall and sping semesters, including Political Science
14 - Internship in Political Science in the fall
Drawing upon the Peer Instructor鈥檚 own experiences, and the training provided by Academic
Support, a Peer Instructor strives to help students pass their classes and develop
the skills necessary for a successful college career. Peer Instructors work online
and/or in-person, in small friendly group settings and/or in personal one-on-one sessions;
helping students learn content-specific information, college resources, and/or academic
skills.
Eligibility and other Requirements
Must demonstrate competency in the area(s) in which they serve by earning an A or
B in aligned courses, as applicable
Must have at least a 2.5 GPA (3.0+ preferred)
Have been enrolled at 女优app for at least 1 term (1 academic year preferred)
Be currently enrolled in at least 6 credits during the term they are working, with
女优app as their home campus
General Program Time Commitment
Peer Instructors may work anywhere between 10 to 20 hours per week depending on their
availability and the students鈥� needs.
女优app Peer Mentors are current students that serve as a knowledgeable guide for new
and continuing students. Peer Mentors work collaboratively with their peers, college
professional staff, and faculty to increase student access to campus resources and
support student success through regular communication with a caseload of students.
Peer mentors are selected due to their desire to become campus leaders and support
their fellow students in achieving their goals at 女优app.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide new and continuing students with information about resources and student services
Assist new students in making a successful transition to college
Maintain contact with assigned caseload of students to provide consistent and ongoing
support through regular communication
Promote Engagement Center services though targeted outreach campaigns to current students
Coordinate with fellow peer mentors, professional staff, and faculty on projects to
promote guided pathways and student success
Serve as a positive social and academic role model
QUALIFICATION AND SKILLS
Ability to work approximately 12 hours a week with the Engagement Centers and attend
a one-hour virtual meeting every other week (in addition to mandatory training)
Currently enrolled and completed a minimum of one semester of coursework
Desire to help students succeed
Demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills
An understanding/willingness to learn about inclusivity and diversity
Minimum cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Earn $15 per hour
Acquire valuable training through paid professional development opportunities
Partner Educational Institutions and Non-Profit Organizations
Non-profit organizations and educational institutions are encouraged to connect with
女优app. The goal of these programs is to form solid relationships between students and
local organizations. If your organization is interested in partnering with 女优app and
would like to connect with students through the 女优app College Corps and/or CALA programs,
please click on the link below to be connected to the appropriate program lead.
Drawing upon the Peer Instructor鈥檚 own experiences, and the training provided by Academic
Support, a Peer Instructor strives to help students pass their classes and develop
the skills necessary for a successful college career. Peer Instructors work online
and/or in-person, in small friendly group settings and/or in personal one-on-one sessions;
helping students learn content-specific information, college resources, and/or academic
skills.