JMC Connect: Internships & Job Opportunities (Feb. 21)
Internships and job opportunities of interest to James Madison College students
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Paid Summer Teaching Opportunity
The Breakthrough Collaborative Summer Fellowship offers students from all majors the opportunity to lead classrooms, mentor students and promote educational excellence. Apply by Feb. 27. Learn more via the Breakthrough Collaborative
Michigan Senate: Senator Roger Victory Internship
The Michigan Senate is seeking interns to assist the communications director and chief of staff of Sen. Roger Victory, ranging in areas of legislation, communications, constituent affairs and general office management. Interns are expected to work 10-20 hours per week with compensation of $15/hour. This internship is flexible, starting during the summer but applicants eager to start earlier are welcomed. Apply by Feb. 27. Learn more via Michigan Senate Posting
Carter Center Internships
The Carter Center is an organization founded by Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter on the commitment to human rights and the alleviation of suffering, seeking to prevent and resolve conflicts, enhancing freedom and democracy. The Carter Center is currently offering a paid 10-week summer internship under their peace and health programs, or operations. Interns work 20 hours per week with a stipend of $3,400. Apply by March 3. Learn more and apply via Carter Center Website
Hall Render Legal Internship
Interested in law and interning for the largest full-service law firm in the U.S.? Hall Render is seeking interns to gain valuable experiences in various aspects of legal work, including researching and writing projects, client meetings and firm administration. Interns will be expected to work part-time, approximately 25 hours per week with a compensation of $20-25/hour. Apply by March 7. Learn more and apply via Hall Render Website
Visiting International Professional Program: Cultural Ambassador Assistantship
The Visiting International Professional Program (VIPP) at MSU is excited to host international summer programs again on campus this July. To enhance the learning experience and cultural exposure for students, VIPP is seeking to recruit MSU students to take part in the program as cultural ambassadors and class assistants. If selected, assistants must participate in some class activities with up to 40 hours per week working including weekends and evenings. Apply by March 10. Learn more and apply via MSU Qualtrics Form
Community Engagement Scholars Program
The MSU Community Engagement Scholars Program is now accepting applications for the 2025-26 academic year! This initiative, offered by the Center for Community Engaged Learning and the MSU Office of the President, provides students with the opportunity to collaborate with Michigan-based community organizations on meaningful projects. Time commitment is 15 hours/week from August 2025 to April 2026. Education stipend/project page: approximately $2,500/semester. View full position description and apply via Qualtrics by March 12.
MSU College Advising Corps: Peer College Advisor Position
Graduating soon or interested in staying involved during your gap year? Have a passion for college and helping others navigate their journey? MSUCAC is seeking applicants to be near-peer college advisors. Make a difference, earn a $7,395 education award and have full health benefits. This opportunity is open to students from all majors graduating between May to August 2025. Apply by March 14. Learn more and apply via MSUCAC Interest Form
Internships with Congresswoman Haley Stevens
Interested in pursuing a career in public service or a related field? Congresswoman Haley Stevens’ office is now accepting applications for the district office. Learn more and apply by March 14 via Congresswoman Haley Stevens Website
Allen Neighborhood Center: Summer 2025 Paid Internships
Allen Neighborhood Center is a place-based, non-profit organization that serves as a hub for neighborhood revitalization and for activities that promote the health and well-being of Lansing’s Eastside community. Applications are now open (see opportunities below) for Summer 2025 internships. Each position will be 15 hours per week, and be paid at $10.33 only if the student qualifies for work study. If they don't qualify for work study, they will be paid a $650 stipend. Applications for all positions due March 16.
Community Farming Fellow: Great for students looking to work and learn about an all natural, sustainable, and local farm located directly in the heart of the Eastside community.
Community Engagement and Advocacy Fellow: Fellows will support our neighbors in a variety of ways, from signing them up for food stamps to providing information on affordable housing, to being their advocate when facing a challenge from a utility.
Event Coordination Fellow: Fellows will assist ANC Incubator and Accelerator Kitchen Managers with booking, invoicing, coordination and execution of events, and create and develop marketing content for Kitchen Program and public events.
Veggie Box Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Fellow: Fellows will assist in the development and promotion of Veggie Box, manage relationships with local farmers and members, and support other areas as needed.
Food Pantry and Farmers Market Fellowship: An excellent fit for those interested in food pantry and farmers market management, marketing, communications, community development and/or financials/bookkeeping.
Youth Programs Fellowship: Our Youth Programs are free, offer job and life skills experience, and provide gardening and nutrition education. Fellows assist with the running and development of the program, and must enjoy working with kids.
City of East Lansing: Placemaking Internship
Interested in planning, building and development? The City of East Lansing is seeking interns to fulfill their Placemaking Internship. This opportunity will provide experience in the areas of community engagement opportunities, infrastructure management, event management, assisting with innovative placemaking programing and more. With a salary of $15/hour, hours will vary weekly with approximately 20 hours worked per week starting May 5, 2025, through Aug. 29, 2025. Apply by March 21. Learn more and apply via City of East Lansing website
City of East Lansing: Marketing and Advertising Internship
The City of East Lansing is seeking interns to fulfill their internship with the focus of promoting East Lansing’s downtown through various marketing and creative placemaking efforts. Interns in this position will work to assist the Downtown Management Board in developing and implementing strategies to market, advertise, and promote the downtown East Lansing area and businesses. Hours will vary weekly with an average of 20 hours worked per week starting May through August with a salary of $15/hour. Apply by March 21. Learn more and apply via City of East Lansing website
Greater Lansing Food Bank: Garden Project Summer Internship Greater Lansing Food Bank (GLFB) is a non-profit organization that provides food assistance to individuals and families in need. GLFB is hosting a three-month internship experience at a community-centered resource center and urban demonstration garden. This opportunity includes a one-time stipend and opportunity to earn college credit in affiliation with an educational institution. The internship will take place between mid-May through mid-August. Work hours are 10-15/week. The location of work is 2401 Marcus St. in Lansing. Apply by April 1. To apply, send resume, contact information for two references and a cover letter with start and end dates to Julie Lehman, garden project manager, and Mike Tosto, resource specialist, at julie@glfoodbank.org and mike@glfoodbank.org
Education Abroad & Field Experience Scholarships
Applications for the JMC Education Abroad and Field Experience Scholarships are now open. Students who are participating in an education abroad program for Summer or Fall 2025 or are planning to do their field experience (internship for credit via MC 400/401) in Summer 2025 are eligible to apply.
The application deadline is Feb. 28 for both applications. You do not need to be accepted into an education abroad program or internship at the time of your application, but you need to list the programs/internships you've applied to. Recipients are also expected to complete a Letter of Acknowledgement to the scholarship donor.
To Apply for the Field Experience Scholarship:
Student Application Form | Faculty Recommendation Form
To Apply for the Education Abroad Scholarship:
Student Application Form | Faculty Recommendation Form
Contact Dr. Lauren Michalak (michal34@msu.edu) with questions.
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