Student Employment at John R. Lewis College

Student staff members are central to the successful functioning of our college community. Join the John R. Lewis College staff! Develop leadership skills, contribute to your community, and share your skills and experience by applying for one of the following positions:

Resident Assistant (RA) 

Social Justice and Community CoCurricular Programs CUIP Intern 

The Chancellor's Undergraduate Internship Program position provides leadership in planning and teaching John R. Lewis College 2-credit class, facilitating a leadership group, and developing other programs to enhance the college's theme of Social Justice and Community. For more information on the CUIP program, please visit the Career Center or contact Erin Ramsden at  eramsden@ucsc.edu. The application deadline for this position is in February. 

International Living Center Special Programs Assistant

The ILC Assistant provides coordinates both the Language Tables Program and the International Affairs Group, as well as completing administrative tasks and other special projects related to the management of the ILC.  For more information contact Orion O'Neil at ooneil@ucsc.edu.

Praxis CUIP Intern 

The Praxis CUIP Internship Position provides leadership in the planning and executing of various community service opportunities for students as part of the college's service learning program. For more information, please visit the (H)ACER website. 

Faculty Initiatives Program Assistant 

Assist in the development and implementation of programs that bring together faculty and students from John R. Lewis College in meaningful interactions that enhance co-curricular learning related to the college's theme. Plan faculty presentations, field trips and other programs. For more information, please email coco@ucsc.edu.The deadline for this position is in April. Visit our hire page for the application and more information. 

Special Projects Assistant

Works closely with professional and other student staff to develop passive or interactive opportunities that highlight issues related to the themes of both colleges through pop-ups, booths, installations, poster campaigns, tabling events, interactive creative opportunities as well as visual representations of theme-related issues for the CoCurricular Programs Office (Coco). For any questions please email coco@ucsc.edu. The deadline for this position is in April. Visit our hire page for the application and more information. 

Community Program Assistants (CPAs) 

Community Programs Assistants are part of the College Nine and John R. Lewis College Programs & Activities Team and work under the general supervision of the College Programs Coordinator. The Programs & Activities staff plan and produce community-wide programming at College Nine and John R. Lewis College (College Nights, Dances, etc.), and works collaboratively with other college units, staff at other colleges, departments, and student organizations. The Programs & Activities staff is also primarily responsible for campus-wide programs at College Nine and John R. Lewis College, including Welcome Week and the College Nine and John R. Lewis College Commencement Ceremonies. For a more detailed description, click here.

Recruitment for Community Program Assistant position begins in mid February and runs until early April. Click here to find out how to apply online. For more information, contact our Assistant CPC at acpc910@ucsc.edu.

Fall Planning Assistant (FPA) 

The Fall Planning Assistant is part of the College Nine and John R. Lewis College Programs & Activities Team and work under the general supervision of the College Programs Coordinator. The FPA helps to develop, plan, implement and document Welcome Week at College Nine and John R. Lewis College, as well as student-staff and volunteer training for the Activities Office. The FPA works extensively with the Orientation Leaders, so previous experience as an Orientation Leader is required. The FPA is hired in Spring Quarter, and works through the summer into Fall Quarter. Check back soon for more detailed information.

Recruitment for Fall Planning Assistant position begins in mid February and runs until early April. Click here to find out how to apply online. For more information, contact our Assistant CPC at acpc910@ucsc.edu.

Spring Planning Assistant (SPA) 

The Spring Planning Assistant is part of the College Nine and John R. Lewis College Programs & Activities Team and works under the general supervision of the College Programs Coordinator (CPC). Working with the CPC and the Assistant CPC, the Spring Planning Assistant helps to plan and implement the College Nine and John R. Lewis College Commencement Ceremonies. The Spring Planning Assistant serves as the first point of contact between the Activities Office and prospective graduates and is heavily involved in the creation of graduation related materials. For a more detailed description, click here (The dates listed here are not current, check back in Fall Quarter for updated information).

Recruitment for Spring Planning Assistant position begins in mid October and runs November. Click here to find out how to apply online. For more information, contact our Assistant CPC at acpc910@ucsc.edu.

Alternative Spring Break (ASB) Leader

Upper Division College Nine students with experience in service learning through Praxis, Esprit de Corps, or another comparable organization, are invited to apply to lead an ASB in our local Santa Cruz Community over spring break.  Student works closely with (H)ACER in recruiting student participants, interacting with local non-profits, planning the weeklong service activities, developing an educational component, evaluating the trip, and helping to plan the Volunteer Recognition Ceremony at the end of spring quarter.  Two positions are available for stipend.  Apply in the spring (applications due the first Monday in May) for the following academic year.  For more information, please visit the (H)ACER website.. To view detailed job description, please click here. To apply, please click here. 

Mailroom Clerk 

Sort and distribute U.S. and intercampus mail; maintain logs of registered, insured and express mail; maintain current records of student addresses; must be able to work a variable schedule between 10am and 5pm for a minimum 2-hour block of time; evening and Saturday morning hours available. For more information, please contact Riley Noble at rnobleco@ucsc.edu.

Tech Crew 

Assist the John R. Lewis College programming units or outside groups with setting up events and operating audio/visual equipment needed for programs. Hours vary - evening and weekends required, incl. Commencement and Fall Orientation and Move-In. Contact Christian Galliguez in Activities at resc9c10@ucsc.edu.

Terry Freitas Café Barista 

A Terry Freitas barista works with a dynamic team to support the general functions of the daytime and nighttime Café facilities. Along with donation management, food shopping, and coffee preparation, a barista is expected to contribute ideas and energy toward evening programming that serves to both entertain and educate the College Nine and John R. Lewis College communities. A fully student run organization, Terry Freitas baristas get the opportunity to develop a welcoming space for folks to study and socialize. In addition to supporting the cafe, Terry Freitas baristas do a nightly facilities check of all additional study spaces within College Nine and John R. Lewis College to assess maintenance needs. Each year, we hire two student co-managers to run meetings, support the team, provide guidance, carry on traditions and encourage the growth of Terry Freitas Café.

For more information, email Christian at resc9c10@ucsc.edu.

Office Assistant Positions (OA) 

This position is available in each of the college offices, including the Activities Office, Advising Office and the CoCurricular Programs Office. Duties and hours will vary by office needs. Look out for postings throughout the year or talk to any staff member.

Student Sustainability Assistant (SSA) 

This position introduces students to the campus sustainability movement and provides them with professional experience in sustainability-related topics. Please contact the Sustainability Office.