Overview
High Rocks – First2 Network – Marshall University Jobs in West Virginia at AmeriCorps
The first two years of college are a challenge in STEM career pathways, particularly if your parents haven’t gone to college or you are a rural or low-income student. The First2 Network is part of the National Science Foundation INCLUDES community, a National Science Foundation initiative to increase STEM innovation in our country. An AmeriCorps member placed in First2 would help to mentor first-generation, rural, and low-income students who are majoring in STEM, coordinate student activities, recruit students, and engage stakeholders around the state. While working directly with students, a First2 AmeriCorps members will also work with community members across the state to both better serve these students and to help improve systems and practices so that we better serve these students in West Virginia.
Member Duties : Attending sessions weekly to share resources Meeting individually with students to monitor progress Coordinating referrals to tutoring, advising, Accessibility Services Financial Aid, or Counseling as needed. Member will develop and lead a summer bridge pilot for high-school seniors who have been conditionally admitted to Marshall University. Conduct individualized or small-group follow-ups throughout the summer. Coordinate with key campus offices to ensure students arrive feeling supported Track fall GPA, academic standing, and spring retention for all participants to measure program impact Offer support with re-enrollment steps, including SAP appeals, financial aid challenges, and academic planning. Conduct intake meetings to understand withdrawal reasons and create individualized “return plans.” Provide consistent check-ins for students Perform targeted winter and summer outreach to previously withdrawn students who have not yet reenrolled.
Program Benefits : Living Allowance , Education award upon successful completion of service , Training .
Terms :
Permits working at another job during off hours , Permits attendance at school during off hours , Car recommended .
Service Areas :
Education .
Skills :
Communications , Youth Development , Computers/Technology , General Skills , Public Speaking , Teaching/Tutoring , Leadership , Recruitment , Team Work , Education .
SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps State / National
Program
High Rocks – First2 Network – Marshall University
Program Start/End Date
09/16/2026 – 08/31/2027
Work Schedule
Full Time
Education level
Some college
Age Requirement
Minimum: 17 Maximum: 99
Program Locations
WEST VIRGINIA
Accepting Applications
From 08/16/2026 To 06/12/2027
Contact
Brooke Burns
195 Thompson Rd
Hillsboro WV 24946
3046534891
www.highrocks.org
Listing ID
93424
Title: High Rocks – First2 Network – Marshall University
Company: AmeriCorps
Location: West Virginia
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