This is a virtual tutoring position. Tutors need to be confident in basic academic skills: math, literacy, other. They should be kind and enthusiastic and able to share academic lessons in a way that is creative and engaging. We welcome tutors who speak English, French, Spanish, other. We have academic materials but tutors need to also be able to source educational materials that match the specific needs of individual students. Must have a Federal Work Study award for this upcoming Summer 2025 employment period.

Students will develop skills in critical thinking, communication, leadership, career & self-development, and service to others.

Duties include: Participate in a biobehavioral research dry lab; collect data from study participants in a clinical setting; interact sensitively with patients with cancer, their families, and healthcare providers; perform data quality checks; may screen participants for study eligibility using the electronic health record. Requirements: Must be available to work on-site during clinic hours (7am-5pm) on days when there are scheduled appointments. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and attention to detail. Able to use Microsoft Office, web survey tools, and recording devices. Research Assistants will be trained in protections of human subjects, good clinical practice, and all required tasks. Must have Federal Work Study Award for the Summer 2025 employment period.

Students will develop skills in communication, teamwork, technology, professionalism, and service to others.

-10 to 19 hours/week; hybrid work schedule (in-person at PKG Center office and remote) -Occasional evening and weekend hours required-Preference given to candidates available to work on Saturday mornings and scheduled evenings -Start date between May 20 and June 1, 2025; end date approximately May 30, 2026 with possibility of continuation based on confirmed work-study eligibility -Must be available during the weeks of January 5, 2025 through January 30, 2025 if interested in the academic year Pay rate: $19.39 an hour This position reports to the Assistant Dean of Community Based Programs but may also support other staff at the PKG Center as necessary. The successful candidate will join our team of 8 full-time staff and a cohort of Graduate Assistants from local universities. Meet the team. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to Vippy Yee, Assistant Dean of Community Based Programs at the PKC Center, vippy@mit.edu with the subject “Community Based Programs Graduate Assistant Application.” Please copy Cassandra Goodman, Program Assistant: goodman7@mit.edu. Precise tasks will depend on the skills and interests of the chosen applicant as well as program needs but will include: ? Liaising with community partners to develop opportunities for students, staff, and faculty ? Identifying and developing on-the-ground resources and training materials and workshops to assist public interest work ? Training and providing programmatic support to undergraduate student leaders for community programs ? Planning and facilitating events such as reflection exercises, speaker events, orientation events, and training sessions ? Providing communication, content, and logistical support for students, staff, and faculty engaging in public service ? Helping with risk management and documentation processes ? Publicizing programs throughout various MIT outlets and systems ? Providing support in the student selection process for community programs ? Collecting program data, conducting program evaluation, and writing reports about programming ? Gathering participant quotes and materials for communications purposes ? Assisting with special projects ? Pitching in to other Center tasks and responsibilities when necessary ? Performing other job-related duties, as assigned Qualifications: ? Currently enrolled in a master’s degree program for higher education, social work, or related field ? Eligibility for summer work-study funding ? Experience with service learning, community engagement, volunteer programs, and/or public service ? Comfort with juggling different tasks and working with varied stakeholders ? Excellent writing, communication, and organizational skills ? Ability to work independently and as part of a team ? Attention to detail ? Passion for public service The 2025-2026 academic calendar at MIT is as follows: Summer: June 9 - August 19 Fall semester: September 3 - December 19 Independent Activities Period: January 5 - January 30 Spring semester: February 2 - May 20 Precise work schedule including hybrid work arrangement can be adjusted to best fit with the Community Based Programs Graduate Assistant’s own academic calendar. Candidates that can commit to scheduled evenings as well as standard daytime hours are preferred. Must have Federal Work Study Award for the Summer 2025 employment period.

Students will develop skills in critical thinking, communication, teamwork, professionalism, career and self-development, and service to others.

The PKG Center for Public Service is the epicenter of public service at MIT. It is a small, collegial, and welcoming office. The PKG Center’s mission is to tap and expand MIT students’ unique skills and interests to prepare them to explore and address complex social and environmental challenges. We educate students to collaborate ethically and effectively with community partners to engage in meaningful public service, today and in their lives beyond MIT. The Priscilla King Gray Public Service Center (PKG Center) at MIT seeks a Graduate Assistant for the PKG Fellowships for the summer with the possibility of also applying for the position for the coming academic year. 15 hours a week with lots of flexibility. The PKG Fellowship program supports MIT students in developing and implementing intensive social impact work with community-focused organizations. Each year, about 50 students are awarded funding to consult with non-profits, pilot their own social enterprise, or explore social impact careers through internships. See the PKG Center blog for some great examples: https://pkgcenter.mit.edu/2021/09/22/pkg-fellowships-mercy-oladipo-23/ https://pkgcenter.mit.edu/2021/09/15/pkg-fellowships-allison-hannah-lee-g/ https://pkgcenter.mit.edu/2021/09/01/pkg-fellowships-beatriz-aldereguia-g/ Under the direction of the Assistant Dean, the Graduate Assistant (GA) will support all aspects of the program and gain professional development in social impact and higher education. The GA works with MIT students as they cultivate their visions of social change across diverse disciplines. There will be ample opportunities to build skills and network with staff and students who care as passionately as you do about inclusive social change. This role requires in-person time in our office at MIT, but some work can be done remotely. Precise tasks will depend on the skills and interests of the successful applicant, so tell us about your skills and passions in your application! Areas of focus include: ? Advising undergraduate and graduate students on developing their social impact ideas and creating competitive applications. ? Outreach to students and departments about PKG Fellowships and other PKG Center opportunities ? Reviewing program applications from students and interviewing finalists (this is great experience for your own future applications and interviews!) ? Supporting students’ in reflecting on their work and impact ? Planning and implementing speaker series featuring community partners, faculty and students engaged in social impact work ? Managing program documentation ? Planning and implementing events such as reflection dinners and orientation events ? Writing blog articles or other media and supporting student bloggers ? Program evaluation Required Qualifications & Skills: ? Enrollment as a graduate student at a Boston-area university in a related field such as higher education management, international development, social work, public policy, social entrepreneurship, etc. ? Eligibility for summer work-study ? Commitment to inclusive and equitable social change that integrates community voice ? Must be detail oriented ? Strong organizational and project management skills ? Ability to comfortably navigate or learn platforms like SMApply, Google Drive, Canva, Canvas, and Airtable ? Must be comfortable advising students and helping them to refine their ideas ? Strong communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills. ? Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information and documents ? Experience with entrepreneurship, fundraising, project management, communications technologies, technology transfer, field experience in emerging markets, and other relevant areas preferred. Work schedule This position is 15 hours a week. The precise schedule is flexible to fit the Graduate Assistant’s academic schedule, but the majority of work hours must be undertaken in-person at our MIT office during our standard work hours. All majors allowed Must have Federal Work Study Award for the Summer 2025 employment period.

Students will develop skills in critical thinking, communication, teamwork, professionalism, career and self development, and service to others.