Belmont Formation Collaborative - Formation Apprentice

Belmont Formation Collaborative - Formation Apprentice

Employment Type: Student Employee

Hourly Rate: $12.50

Special

Note:

All students are required to read the BU Student Employment Policy prior to submitting an application. All Federal Work-Study students should review the program rules and regulations.

• Operations: Help plan, execute, and follow up on events, workshops, and meetings—including setup, teardown, hospitality, and materials. Maintain shared spaces, supplies, and equipment used by the BFC team.
• Character Strength Facilitation: Complete certification in character strength interventions and lead workshops for peers in one‑on‑one, group, classroom, or student organization settings.
• Research: Assist with program assessment and conduct research on best practices in character formation, leadership, and student flourishing. Present key findings in accessible formats such as slide decks, summaries, or internal reports.
• Communications: Help manage the formation inbox and promote BFC programs through campus newsletters, event boards, digital signage, and social media—ensuring messaging aligns with the BFC’s tone and brand.
• Professional Development: Participate in team meetings, trainings, and reflection activities to build skills, track growth, and connect your personal development to the mission of the Collaborative.

• Critical Thinking & Problem‑Solving:
  • Use logical reasoning and creativity to analyze data and identify meaningful trends.
  • Evaluate complex information to develop practical solutions that support the goals of character and leadership development programs.
• Effective Communication:
  • Articulate ideas clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats, ensuring information is shared in a way that is easily understood by diverse audiences.
  • Adapt communication style and content based on the audience, purpose, and context of interactions.
• Team Collaboration & Professionalism:
  • Work effectively with team members, faculty, and staff, demonstrating respect and appreciation for differing perspectives and contributions.
  • Uphold a high standard of professionalism by being reliable, responsive, and committed to the team’s success.
• Technology Proficiency:
  • Confidently use Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) to manage information.
  • Create polished reports and visually communicate findings.
  • Use Canva to create materials for the BFC team.
  • Open to learning new technologies and digital tools to support research and project needs.

Must be enrolled as a student at Belmont University.

• Interest in character formation, leadership development, or student flourishing.
• Experience supporting programs, events, or workshops (e.g., setup, promotion, logistics).
• Involvement in student organizations, peer leadership, or mentorship roles.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially for email, presentations, or social media.
• Comfort speaking in front of others or a willingness to grow in group facilitation and public speaking.
• Familiarity with tools like Microsoft Office, Canva, or other platforms for communication, organization, or research.
• Some experience with data collection (e.g., surveys, interviews, focus groups) is helpful but not required.