Summer | Student Program Leaders (9 Openings)

Are you looking for a unique summer opportunity to serve others, make life-long connections, and experience the South Bend community in a way you never have? Join the Alumni Association as a Student Program Leader at Family Volunteer Camp!

This is a program where alumni and their children from around the world return to campus for a week-long program focused on community service. Some of our partners include the Food Bank of Northern Indiana, Hope Ministries, the YWCA, Habitat for Humanity, and Unity Gardens. Additionally, families participate in community-building activities, prayer, and learning while enjoying the unique amenities of campus. There are nine positions available.

Student Program Leaders will serve as the primary group leaders at the service project sites. In this role they will form working relationships with several nonprofit agencies and they will help manage the daily projects at the work sites by ensuring volunteers are engaged in meaningful work, confirming projects are completed according to the agencies’ specifications, and assisting participants in learning the agencies’ missions and the communities in which they serve.

Student Program Leaders will also serve as ambassadors of the University on behalf of the Alumni Association. They will attend group activities and will be expected to engage alumni and their children in meaningful conversation. They will also provide logistical and administrative support for preparing and leading each camp.

This position is perfect for current college students or recent graduates who:

• Are passionate about service and working within diverse communities.
• Enjoy working with young people.
• Want to make connections with Notre Dame alumni.
• Thrive in leadership positions.

All meals are provided during working hours, and housing is provided for non-local candidates.

This commitment starts on campus on July 5, 2026, and ends on July 24, 2026.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participate in Camp activities Sunday through Thursday
• Lead families in daily worksite activities
• Set up and attend evening social activities
• Other duties as assigned

Please read the information regarding schedules and time commitments carefully in the “Schedule” section below.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• In good standing with University (not on academic or behavioral probation)
• Previous service experience in high school or college
• Familiarity with Notre Dame’s campus and culture
• Comfortable in diverse environments
• Punctual & organized
• Good problem-solving skills
• Comfortable taking initiative
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) & interest in meeting new people
• Must be able to commit to the full schedule as described
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be able to lift up 40 pounds
• Must be legally authorized to work to work in the United States
• To be considered for this role, you must include the information requested in the “Special Instructions to Applicants” in your cover letter

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Though not required, having one or more of these qualifications may enhance potential to be viewed as a top applicant:

• Previous experience working with youth
• Previous experience coordinating service projects
• Strong leadership skills
• Comfortable making conversation and sharing reflections in a group setting
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record; comfortable driving passengers

Additional Information

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:. As part of your application, please incorporate your answers to the following questions in your cover letter:

• Are you a current University of Notre Dame, Saint Mary's College, or Holy Cross College student?
• Please describe your previous volunteer experience and discuss what you've learned that would enable you to succeed in this role.
• Give an example of a time when you took initiative, that is, when you saw what needed to be done and did it without being told to do so.
• Reflect on a time when you were able to connect and communicate with someone who was very different from you.

SCHEDULE: DAYS OF WEEK & HOURS:

• Three weeks total of Camp: July 5 - 9, July 12 - 16, and July 19 - 23 (Sunday afternoon – Thursday evening each week).
• Must be available for morning, afternoon, and evening hours.. Approx. 40 hours per week. 

COMPENSATION:

• $16.00/hour plus all meals during working hours.. Housing also provided for non-local candidates.

Applications will be accepted through 03/23/2026

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.