Opportunities From: Oberlin College Bonner Center

This is a community based work study program (CBWSP) position. Only students with federal work study are eligible to apply. Students must first complete the CBWSP application to verify their eligibility. If you have questions about eligibility, email eclayto1@oberlin.edu.

Pantry/Warehouse Intern- $12/hr

This is a paid, work-study position with Oberlin Community Services. Oberlin Community Services is a responsive community organization that provides direct assistance, referrals, outreach services and educational support to Oberlin, New Russia Township, and southern Lorain County residents who seek help meeting basic needs. Students can work 3-12 hours per week for the duration of Fall and Spring semesters. Shifts are 9am-12pm and/or 1pm-5pm Mondays- Friday. The position entails staffing our warehouse and food pantry, greeting constituents, and maintaining stocking levels for our outdoor, drive-up pantry. This work is absolutely essential to OCS' day-to-day functioning. Ideally, candidates could commit to at least two semesters working with us.

Applicants should be prepared to work with community members without judgement, be able to keep composure in stressful situations, multitask well, have good communication skills, and be dependable and on time. Other, optional tasks involve: participation in monthly free food distributions; volunteer work in our warehouse and pantry; other organizational food and environmental projects.

Physical Demands: lift/push up to 40 pounds, will need to move carts, good attention to detail, not afraid to get dirty  

Interested students should fill out the OCS Volunteer Application and indicate that they are applying for a CBWSP position. Rosa Gadsden, Volunteer Coordinator, will follow up to schedule an interview. 

This is a community based work study program (CBWSP) position. Only students with federal work study are eligible to apply. Students must first complete the CBWSP application to verify their eligibility. If you have questions about eligibility, email eclayto1@oberlin.edu.

Production Assistant: Four openings. Set up and break down rehearsal rooms at the Oberlin Conservatory and the New Union Center for the Arts and help execute concerts at Finney Chapel and Warner Concert Hall. Coordinate with NOYO administrative and artistic staff. Carry out the operations manager's weekly production schedule. Take ensemble attendance at rehearsals. Candidates for this position should already be employed with the concert production office at the Oberlin Conservatory.

This is a Federal Work Study position that pays $12.00/hour. Approximately 5 hours a week.

Interested students should email a resume and cover letter to aanderson@noyo.org

This is a community based work study program (CBWSP) position. Only students with federal work study are eligible to apply. Students must first complete the CBWSP application to verify their eligibility. If you have questions about eligibility, email eclayto1@oberlin.edu. before beginning work.

The MAD* Factory is looking for enthusiastic students to assist our lead teachers with basic acting/singing classes for kids ages 5 through 18. Candidates would preferably have a background in either working with youth, theater, or both, although it's not required as long as candidates are energetic and eager to participate.

Teaching Assistants help to lead students in putting on a production of a Junior musical for performance. They should be comfortable working with and being friendly toward children, ideally have participated in youth theater musicals before or at least have worked with children before. Main duties include leading the students in stretches and warmups, leading small groups in acting exercises or arts and crafts, being bathroom monitors, and helping with setup and cleanup. Ideally Teaching Assistants will be available to work the performances of the musical, usually in mid-December and mid-May, on a weekend.

This is a Federal Work Study position that pays $12/hour.

Email your interest to Amber at themadfactorytheatreco@gmail.com. Attach a resume to the email if possible, or describe in the body of the email your related experience.

This is a community based work study program (CBWSP) position. Only students with federal work study are eligible to apply. Students must first complete the CBWSP application to verify their eligibility. If you have questions about eligibility, email eclayto1@oberlin.edu.

The Gallery Assistant will be responsible to greet visitors and monitor FAVA’s exhibit galleries. The position will require knowledge of current and upcoming exhibits in an effort to answer visitor questions and to respond to phone inquiries. The assistant will be responsible to keep the gallery areas clean and welcoming. They may be asked to perform other office duties as needed including filing, mailing, and data entry. This position requires evening and weekend hours and to open/close the facility as needed.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to listen, be attentive to visitors to the gallery, operate a desktop computer, sit or stand, lift up to 20 pounds.

Hours: Thurs & Fri 5-8pm, Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm

This is a Federal Work-Study position that pays $12/hr. Approximately 4-12 hours per week.

Please email a resume and cover letter to Tirzah Legg at tirzah@fava.org to schedule an in-person or phone interview.

This is a community based work study program (CBWSP) position. Only students with federal work study are eligible to apply. Students must first complete the CBWSP application to verify their eligibility. If you have questions about eligibility, email eclayto1@oberlin.edu.

Classroom Assistants provide support in youth art education courses to both the instructors and the students. This position requires a desire to work with children ages 5-12 in creating art projects. Teacher assistance may include setup of project materials and classroom cleanup. Hours worked are generally late afternoons on specific weekdays for approximately 2 hours. This role is also expanded to help prepare for classes and maintain classroom spaces outside of actual teaching hours. These hours are more flexible and students can work with their schedules during our in-office time 11-5 Tuesday-Friday to assist in this role.  An interest in the visual arts is preferred, but not required.

Physical Demands: Students are frequently required to sit and walk, speak with and listen to young children, and be able to lift up to 20 lbs.

This is a Federal Work Study position that pays $12/hour, approximately 4-6 hours per week

Please email a resume and cover letter to Erin McCarty at erin@fava.org to schedule an in-person or phone interview.

OberlinKids is a kindergarten readiness collaborative made up of over 30 partner organizations that have come together to develop solutions to ensure all children in Oberlin enter school healthy and ready to learn. Our programming targets families with children from birth to five. One of the best ways to volunteer for OberlinKids is to help the facilitator in the OberlinKids Community Classroom located inside the Oberlin Engagement & Activities Center (36 S. Prospect St., Oberlin). We offer daily drop-in playgroups for families to come and learn through play with their children and to meet other families with young children. If you have a special skill, play an instrument, or have age-appropriate interests you would be willing to share with children and families please reach out to discuss your ideas.  Other volunteer opportunities vary including assisting at community events, creating marketing materials and resource sheets using Canva or other programs, social media marketing support, and other opportunities.  If you are interested in volunteering for OberlinKids please contact Jenn Keathley at jkeathley@oberlinkids.org. 

This is a Community Based Work-Study position.  Only students with Federal Work Study are eligible to apply. If you have questions about your eligibility, please email mbrito@oberlin.edu. Students must complete the CBWSP application before beginning work.

Overview: The America Reads program in the Oberlin community works with children in grades Kindergarten through fifth grade, within Oberlin City School District classrooms and community afterschool programs in Lorain County. America Reads tutors work with children on literacy concepts and includes tutoring and enrichment programming. Tutors may work with children in small groups or one-on-one, to support literacy or in afterschool programs to assist with reading/English Language Arts homework and the promotion of literacy through reading activities. This is a paid position for Oberlin College students who have a Federal Work Study Award and are selected to work within this program, via a competitive application process.

Program Description: America Reads tutors are hired, trained and placed within Oberlin City School District (OCSD) classrooms or community after school programs. Tutors work a consistent schedule based on the needs of teachers within OCSD, program directors in after school programs, and Oberlin College student academic and extra curricular schedule. Tutors are offered ongoing, paid training opportunities and meetings to learn tutoring techniques, review state and local educational policy, understand student development, and professional development for career success. Tutors are required to complete a designated number of trainings and tutor group meetings and complete all surveys or reports requested by program staff. The America Reads program is coordinated by Francesca Barbee, America Reads Coordinator, under the direction of the Education Programs office at the Bonner Center.

Program Responsibilities:

The America Reads program functions within the OCSD during school hours, approximately 8:00 am until 3:15 pm, and within after school programs from 2:00-5:30 pm. Tutors, based on schedule and needs of the district and Lorain County after school programs, will be placed within grade levels and timeframes that are mutually beneficial to the Oberlin College student, OCSD and Lorain County after school programs. Tutoring schedules must be consistent and weekly time commitments can range from 2-10 hours, depending on needs of OC student and school district. Schedules will be determined by program staff and communicated to student at the start of the semester, or shortly after being hired by the America Reads program. Tutors will start at $14 per hour and will be paid for all hours spent tutoring, attending meetings and participating in program training.

This is a community based work study program (CBWSP) position. Only students with federal work study are eligible to apply. Students must first complete the CBWSP application to verify their eligibility. If you have questions about eligibility, email eclayto1@oberlin.edu.

Number of Openings: 1
Hours per week: 6
Schedule: TBD with INTO leadership team

Candidate will work closely with INTO team to acquire background knowledge regarding INTO’s work with 8 family workshops in Ecuador. Candidate will spend time researching the fair-trade movement and how fair-trade retailers educate their customer and community base through different events. Candidate will plan various in-store and/or online events/campaigns to increase traffic to both retail location and online website as well as educate the public about fair trade. Events may be organized around such celebrations as Fair Trade Month, December holidays, Women’s History Month, World Fair Trade Day, Second Saturdays in Oberlin and more.

Desired qualifications: Must be willing to handle project management with various details and deadlines. Must also be creative and willing to work within the framework of our organization’s team. The candidate will interface with other entities in the community to best promote the event. They must be willing to network and build partnerships. They must be passionate about educating the public regarding INTO’s partner artisans, Fair Trade and sustainable business.

Hourly wage: $13.00/hr, this is a Federal Work-Study position

To apply, email a resume and cover letter to Francesca Barbee at info@intoworld.org

This is a community based work study program (CBWSP) position. Only students with federal work study are eligible to apply. Students must first complete the CBWSP application to verify their eligibility. If you have questions about eligibility, email eclayto1@oberlin.edu.

The Office of Sustainability of the City of Oberlin is seeking to hire a sustainability intern to work with the Sustainability Coordinator on sustainability projects in the community. Primary duties include working with the Sustainability Coordinator on various projects related to implementing our Climate Action Plan such as outreach and education, developing promotional materials, delivering compost buckets to residents, highlighting our electric carshare program to resident groups, etc. Also open to other sustainability projects that an intern is interested in pursuing.  Applicants with previous marketing and social media experience preferred.  Must be a self-starter, highly motivated with a proven passion for sustainability.  A high level of maturity is required as the intern will work directly with the public and be representing the City of Oberlin.  

The work will be done in conjunction with the Sustainability Coordinator, in her office as well as remotely. This position may provide additional support as needed or assigned.  

Primary Job Duties:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Physical Demands:  Standard office equipment is utilized routinely in the job, and the work is performed in a typical office environment with adequate lighting, ventilation and temperature controls. Occasional outdoor work is required, walking in town etc.

Skills and experiences students can gain from this experience include the following:  communications/social media, administrative support, writing and editing, communicate with diverse audiences, environmental sustainability, understanding of city government, presentation and public speaking, data analysis and management.

To apply:   Students must have a Federal work-study award to apply.  Send cover letter and resume to Linda Arbogast at larbogast@cityofoberlin.com. Must pass a background check and pre-employment drug screen prior to hire.

This is a Federal Work Study position that pays $13.00/hour

We are seeking volunteers in multiple areas of the FAVA organization.

This is an unpaid volunteer position. We greatly appreciate our volunteers and all that they do for FAVA and the community.

Anticipated start date: immediate need
Possible Hours: Thurs & Fri 5-8pm, Sat 11am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm

Skills and experience individuals will gain in this position:

If you’re interested, please email Erin McCarty at erin@fava.org

This is a a paid position, but you do not need to have work study to apply for this position. Everyone is eligible. 

The Ninde Scholars Program matches Oberlin College Students to serve in a tutor/mentor relationship with scholars enrolled in grades 7-12 in the Oberlin City School District.  The program also provides college access services, including workshops, college tours and financial aid filing assistance to all Oberlin community members.  The Aspiring Ninde Scholars (grades 7-10) and Ninde Scholars (grades 11-12) are students who may potentially be the first in their family to attend college, are low-income, and may be from a group that is underrepresented in higher education.  

The Ninde Scholars Program provides each scholar with a paid and trained Oberlin College tutor, college access workshops, service opportunities, summer programming, and other college access and support services.

If you are interested in applying to be a Ninde Scholars Totor, please fill out the following application: https://oberlin.wufoo.com/forms/z1t6z5bq0txefw8/

The Ninde Scholars Program is the College Access Program within the Oberlin City School District. The program serves all students at Oberlin High School, providing college access services including college tours, college application support, ACT/SAT testing sign up, financial aid application support, scholarship application distribution and filing, and other supports for students regarding the college and postsecondary option process.

The Ninde College Access Support Specialist role is to be fulfilled by Oberlin College students who have an interest in working with high school students and may have been served by a college access program in their K-12 experience. Successful candidates will be supporting administrative tasks such as data entry and collection, creating promotional materials, scheduling college tours, and other tasks to support the program.

Responsibilities:

Other information

This position is designed to work at Oberlin High School for 2-3 days per week, for 2+ hours per day, between the hours of 8 am - 4 pm This position will require working with a variety of students and staff, in an environment that is prone to frequent interruptions Successful candidates will be dependable, have a customer service focus, and be able to resume tasks after frequent interruptions Desired qualifications: understanding of college application and scholarship process

If you are interested in applying, please fill out this application: https://oberlin.wufoo.com/forms/z1t6z5bq0txefw8/

This is a community based work study program (CBWSP) position. Only students with federal work study are eligible to apply. Students must first complete the CBWSP application to verify their eligibility. If you have questions about eligibility, email eclayto1@oberlin.edu.

Oberlin Community Services is looking for a friendly face to assist in the front desk operations. Responsibilities will include answering phones, taking messages, filing, printing, data entry, and client intake.

Interested students should fill out the OCS Volunteer Application and indicate that they are applying for a CBWSP position. Rosa Gadsden, Volunteer Coordinator, will follow up to schedule an interview.

This is a community based work study program (CBWSP) position. Only students with federal work study are eligible to apply. Students must first complete the CBWSP application to verify their eligibility. If you have questions about eligibility, email eclayto1@oberlin.edu.

Western Reserve Land Conservancy has permanently preserved over 75,000 acres in our service area, including lakefront, farmland, and other properties, some with rare and endangered species. Local land preservation is our main focus. The job entails land preservation research and field work, grant writing and assistance. In, 2017, twenty five acres of prairie were planted in Oberlin on a former farmfield now preserved and owned by the land conservancy called the Oberlin Preserve. The Oberlin Preserve is approximately 63 acres and also consists of wet woods and wetlands. On-going study, field work (removal of invasives, possible carbon sequestration testing, watering trees, etc.) and research will be ongoing. Other research projects may include: identification of priority landowners using county auditors website, geographical characteristics of the region, description of the watersheds, botanical and avian research (rare and endangered species) and compiling list of key associates in area. Other work may include letter writing; preparing displays, power point presentations and press releases; filing; mailings; data base management including data entry; special events; developing a Speakers Bureau in Lorain, Huron, and Erie Counties; writing newsletter articles.

These day to day projects, simple or somewhat involved, are critical to The Land Conservancy’s mission of conserving in perpetuity the natural resources and rural character of the land through partnerships, voluntary conservation options and education. Environmental Studies, Biology or English classes or major; some volunteer experience or other experience with non-profit organizations.

This position pays $12.50 an hour

Please have the students respond via email to kpilacky@wrlandconservancy.org, send resume and cover letter

This is a community based work study program (CBWSP) position. Only students with federal work study are eligible to apply. Students must first complete the CBWSP application to verify their eligibility. If you have questions about eligibility, email eclayto1@oberlin.edu.

Our goal is community engagement and a positive gardening experience for everyone. Let no one go hungry. This role is relatively relaxed and will primarily take place outdoors. Work Study students will be assisting in the daily operation of the garden working closely with supervisors.

Employees required to use hand tools to weed, transplant and harvest vegetables; lift up to 25 lbs. of produce in crates.

This position pays $12 an hour

contact Peter Crowley for an interview.

Our goal is community engagement and a positive gardening experience for everyone. Let no one go hungry.

Volunteer work is relatively relaxed and will primarily take place outdoors. Volunteers will be assisting in garden maintenance and community outreach. You will also interact with community members who are using the garden. 

Contact Peter Crowley or an interview or for more information.

Our fundraising cohort is run by a group of students who work all-year round to host fundraising events on campus at Oberlin College to raise funds for our ECVI Fund. The ECVI Fund is money the fundraising cohort raised. The ECVI Fund is used to support our participants with their financial needs to achieve their goals. Currently, the funds are used to pay for our participant's $765 Civics exam and provide our BLOOM students with a $500 book scholarship that they can use to buy books and materials for classes.

Our exceptional English tutors offer personalized English communication tutoring to members of the Lorain County community.  As a volunteer, you would dedicate two hours on Saturdays to attend the classes and one hour a week to lesson plan. Volunteers are not required to know Spanish. Volunteers can come when they are available, and transportation is provided.  If you are interested in getting involved, please don't hesitate to contact us.

As a volunteer, you’ll help create a welcoming learning environment for participants preparing to take the Civics Exam.  We meet once a week for a 1 hour session to review lesson plans, build activities, and prepare for class. Volunteers then attend our Saturday classes, where they work directly with participants, answering questions, practicing civics content and English, and offering an uplifting environment. Saturday Classes last 2 hours. Volunteers are not required to know Spanish. If you are interested in getting involved, please don't hesitate to contact us using this link: 

https://sites.google.com/view/ecvi-website/contact-us?authuser=0

Application Deadline: April 1, 2026

Position Summary
The Oberlin Heritage Center (OHC) is seeking a college or graduate-level intern to assist with a multi-year collections initiative. This position will support the migration of OHC’s collection database to an online, publicly accessible platform. The intern will work closely with OHC’s Collections Manager to photograph collections objects and review and edit catalog records for public viewing.

Position Responsibilities
 Photograph collections objects such as clothing, business memorabilia, and housewares in accordance with OHC’s digital preservation guidelines
 Edit images as needed
 Review and edit catalog descriptions for public viewing on a cloud-based collections
database

Qualifications
 College level course work and/or hands-on experience in history, public history, museum collections, or archives
 Enthusiasm for digital preservation and community history
 Communicate effectively in writing and orally
 Work well independently and with other staff, interns, and volunteers
 Have a strong attention to detail and demonstrate organizational skills
 Able to climb stairs frequently due to the layout of our historic buildings
 Treat everyone with respect, courtesy, and attentiveness; commit to OHC’s Diversity,
Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion initiatives and values.

Hours and Compensation:
10 week Internship; 30 hours a week (flexibility on start and end dates)
Compensation: $13.50/hour
To apply by April 1 st , send a cover letter, current resume, and contact information for two professional references to oberlinheritagecenter@gmail.com. Please use the subject line “2026 Digital Collections Assistant.” Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

This position was made possible by a gift from David and Eleanor Ignat in honor and memory of Evan Walter Nord.

Become A Volunteer! CATSS recruits volunteers directly from the Oberlin community, and surrounding areas. Our cats and kittens greatly depend on your love and care. You can be involved in many areas from trapping, to cleaning, to transporting, to fundraising, to entertaining kittens during play time. We are a 100% volunteer-run organization. There are no paid staff. Volunteers put the "community" in Community Action to Save Strays!

Cleaning: Volunteers clean and sterilize cages, scoop litter, sweep and vacuum holding areas, do laundry, and wash dishes. It is crucial that we provide cats in our care with a clean environment!

Secretarial Tasks: Volunteers answer the phone, research and write policies and procedures, organize data and records, research and write grants, and keep financial records.

High-Mobility Tasks: Volunteers trap feral cats in various areas of Oberlin and transport cats to vet appointments or adoption areas. Access and ability to drive a vehicle are most helpful for these tasks.

Socializing: Volunteers cuddle and play with semi-feral cats and kittens in order to help them be adoptable.

Outreach: Volunteers educate the public about feral cats, strays, and spaying/neutering, photograph and publicize adoptable cats needing homes, help with fundraising ideas or events, and recruit other volunteers.

Please Fill out this volunteer form if interested:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScY4WG1vRATSDe-8LW3IiFyTL6jtKEBKZ4xiLEt9KGxAcVMQA/viewform?c=0&w=1

We invite individuals, teams, or groups (community or student) to come out to the George Jones Farm to help us with a variety of tasks, year-round. Tasks may include weeding, watering, harvesting crops, preparing City Fresh shares, natural building, sustainable energy projects, trail building and maintenance, and equipment and facility upkeep. Sports teams, church groups, corporations, and student clubs are all welcome to schedule service days with us.Students need to have transportation to site and be able to lift 20+ pounds. Work can be dirty, outdoors. Weather appropriate attire necessary. 

To apply, please fill out this form: https://cityfresh.org/volunteer-gjf/

This is a community based work study program (CBWSP) position. Only students with federal work study are eligible to apply. Students must first complete the CBWSP application to verify their eligibility. If you have questions about eligibility, email eclayto1@oberlin.edu. There are 2-3 groundskeeper openings per semester, depending on availability.

About City Fresh:

Located one mile east of Oberlin College campus, the George Jones Memorial Farm (GJF) is an innovative educational site with abundant resources and activities for students and the greater community. GJF is working towards the City Fresh mission of creating a more healthy, vibrant, and just local food system. We are a growing hub for education, and provide opportunities for students and community members to learn about sustainable agriculture through hands-on experiences, events, and our New Farmer Incubator. We utilize a variety of organic, regenerative, and permaculture based farming practices throughout the site, in concert with our natural resources work to create a healthy and productive landscape. Working collaboratively, our efforts are supported and enacted by a network of students, researchers, community members, volunteers, and local institutions to build a more healthy and equitable local food system.  

Position Description: 

Groundskeepers are vital to managing our property, and will have the opportunity to hone in on projects like invasive species mitigation, trail breaking, building, and designing, natural resources work, and mapping. Students can expect a range of tasks which vary by season and weather. Students can expect to learn to operate basic hand and power tools, small agricultural machinery, and will be provided with relevant training and basic PPE needed to utilize tools appropriately and safely. This is a physically intensive position in which almost all work is done outdoors. Students will receive guidance and training on how to perform tasks and utilize equipment safely. Weather appropriate attire is necessary. Some examples of work students may take on while employed are: 

Landscaping: mowing, weed whacking, and path maintenance throughout the entire property. Utilizing our ride-on mower, gas and electric weed whackers and brush cutters, and other agricultural machinery.  

Natural resources: invasive species removal, trail maintenance and building, and flagging/marking out sites, plants, or areas for future attention. Supporting the farm programs coordinator in developing and tracking invasive species mitigation plans and projects.

Farm work: Watering support throughout the farm, in addition to occasional weeding or  mulching in garden or farm plots. 

Facilities maintenance: cleaning and janitorial tasks, trash removal, and minor construction or repair tasks utilizing hand and power tools. 

Misc: Other tasks as assigned by the Farm Programs Coordinator or other City Fresh staff.         

Qualifications: 

The GJF groundskeeper position is designed for those with limited or no experience in agriculture to explore the farm, learn the basics of landscape management, and train and develop skills necessary for the Farm Assistant position. Alternatively, this position may be a good fit for those with landscape experience, but with more limited availability than required for the Farm Assistant role. Additional qualifications and expertise includes:

Students should be effective at working independently. This role will primarily be self directed, so comfort with working alone and the ability to prioritize responsibilities is required to be successful in this position. 

Students must be able to lift (or learn to lift) 20+ pounds. This is a physically intensive position. 

Students must have reliable transportation to site (those without cars have found success in biking and carpooling).  

Availability and Compensation: 

This position requires a minimum of 8 hours of availability per week, up to 20 hours per week, weather permitting. The exact number of hours available to students is variable by season, weather, and availability of tasks, typically with more hours available at the start of the fall semester, and end of the spring semester. This is a Federal Work-Study job that pays $13.00/hr.     

To apply, send your resume, a brief email describing your interest, and availability between 9am-6pm for both weekdays and weekends to Emma Miner at emma@cityfresh.org.

This is community based work study program (CBWSP) position. Only students with federal work study are eligible to apply. Students must first complete the CBWSP application to verify their eligibility. If you have questions about eligibility, email eclayto1@oberlin.edu. There are 3-5 groundskeeper openings per semester, depending on availability.

About City Fresh:

Located one mile east of Oberlin College campus, the George Jones Memorial Farm (GJF) is an innovative educational site with abundant resources and activities for students and the greater community. GJF is working towards the City Fresh mission of creating a more healthy, vibrant, and just local food system. We are a growing hub for education, and provide opportunities for students and community members to learn about sustainable agriculture through hands-on experiences, events, and our New Farmer Incubator. We utilize a variety of organic, regenerative, and permaculture based farming practices throughout the site, in concert with our natural resources work to create a healthy and productive landscape. Working collaboratively, our efforts are supported and enacted by a network of students, researchers, community members, volunteers, and local institutions to build a more healthy and equitable local food system.  

Position Description: 

Working at George Jones Memorial Farm (GJF) provides students with the opportunity to tackle a number of exciting projects and tasks, including farm and natural resources work, facilities and maintenance, and some office or clerical support throughout the year. GJF is a working farm, and students can expect a range of tasks which vary by season and weather. Students can expect to learn to operate basic hand and power tools, small agricultural machinery, and will be provided with relevant training and basic PPE needed to utilize tools appropriately and safely.  

Some examples of work are listed below, and is a non-exhaustive list of responsibilities students may take on while employed: 

Farm Work: weeding, planting, seed starting, mulching, composting, fall and spring garden clean-up, and responding to pests and diseases on plants. 

Harvesting: Harvesting produce grown for City Fresh bulk orders, shares, a la carte, and markets. 

Beekeeping: Inspecting hives, harvesting and extracting honey, hive winter preparation, maintenance, and management of bee yard and barn. Those with bee allergies are exempt from beekeeping tasks.  

Facilities maintenance: making repairs to buildings, hoop houses, and raised beds, minor construction projects, and cleaning tasks. 

Events: setting up and tearing down farm events, leading or planning activities at public events, and putting up posters or flyers throughout Oberlin town and campus advertising events.

Volunteer Program Support: leading volunteers in tasks, managing volunteer sign-in, and data collection and tracking.

Landscaping and Natural Resources: In collaboration with GJF groundskeepers, work on a variety of tasks including invasive species mitigation, trail building and maintenance, assessment of Natural resources, and accurately mapping those resources.   

Misc.: Other tasks as assigned by the Farm Programs Coordinator, and other City Fresh staff.          

Qualifications: 

This role is primarily aimed at Junior and Senior students, though well qualified underclassmen may also apply. The Farm Assistant role requires a higher level or responsibility and commitment than the groundskeeper role. Farm Assistants work closely with one another and the Farm Programs Coordinator to determine priorities, projects, and timelines for all tasks. Additional qualifications and expertise includes:

Some previous relevant or equivalent experience required. This could be as a GJF groundskeeper, working outdoors at a camp or doing fieldwork, or in landscaping, farming, or gardening.

Basic understanding of plant identification and common weeds. 

Comfort working with power tools and/or machinery. 

Students should be able to work both independently and on a team to accomplish tasks. 

Highly flexible and adaptable, comfortable with problem solving on the fly. 

Ability to independently organize and prioritize responsibilities to meet deadlines. 

Students must have reliable transportation to site (those without cars have found success in biking and carpooling). 

Must be able to lift 20+ pounds. This is a physically intensive position in which almost all work is done outdoors, rain or shine. Weather appropriate attire is necessary. 

Availability and Compensation: 

This position requires a minimum of 12 hours of availability per week, up to 25 hours per week, weather permitting. The exact number of hours available to students is variable by season, weather, and availability of tasks, typically with more hours available at the start of the fall semester, and end of the spring semester. This is a Federal Work-Study job that pays $15.00/hr.     

To apply, send your resume, a brief email describing your interest, and availability between 9am-6pm for both weekdays and weekends to Emma Miner at emma@cityfresh.org.

Need a break from class? Want to engage in service, but can't get off campus? Looking for a creative outlet? 

Stop by the Bonner Center and make a blanket for the Diaper Bank of Greater Cleveland! All semester long, the Bonner Center will have no-sew blanket making materials and instructions available. Blankets will be donated to the Diaper Bank where they are being used as part of a welcome kit for families with newborns in the greater Cleveland area.

Why does this matter? Nearly half of families in America struggle with diaper need, meaning that they do not have access to enough diapers to maintain healthy sanitation for their babies. Neither the SNAP, nor WIC resources can be used to purchase diapers - a basic necessity for young children. A newborn baby requires 8 to 12 diapers a day. The work of the Diaper Bank of Greater Cleveland meets the direct need of caregivers while also providing other basic needs such as menstrual supplies. They also collaborate with other nonprofits and resources centers to help families receive other forms of necessary care.  

Drop in when the Bonner Center is open - Monday-Friday 8:30 - 5:00. 
Location: Mudd Center A-Level

This is a community based work study program (CBWSP) position. Only students with federal work study are eligible to apply. Students must first complete the CBWSP application to verify their eligibility. If you have questions about eligibility, email eclayto1@oberlin.edu. 

This work study opportunity involves helping in our office, emailing, cleaning, administrative support, parent and singer support, etc. Pay is $12/hr. 

Please email cplank@ochoristers a resume and cover letter to apply.

This is a community based work study program (CBWSP) position. Only students with federal work study are eligible to apply. Students must first complete the CBWSP application to verify their eligibility. If you have questions about eligibility, email eclayto1@oberlin.edu. 

This work study opportunity involves helping with rehearsal as well as administrative duties. Pay is $12/hr. 

Please email cplank@ochoristers a resume and cover letter to apply. 

This is a community based work study program (CBWSP) position. Only students with federal work study are eligible to apply. Students must first complete the CBWSP application to verify their eligibility. If you have questions about eligibility, email eclayto1@oberlin.edu.

Number of Openings: 1
Hours per week: 2-4
Schedule: TBD with director

Description: Candidate will work closely with INTO director to acquire background knowledge
regarding The Hope Collection by INTO’s operations, mission, and partner artisans. This will
include at least three- four weeks in the store receiving training and meeting with director.
Content will be created with director’s approval and under social media practices of The Hope
Collection by INTO. Additionally, intern will help with graphics and writing for monthly
newsletters sent to store’s supporters.

Desired qualifications: Must have worked with Facebook, Instagram and Canva. Experience in
photography, video editing and/or marketing is preferred but not required. Candidate will
demonstrate a desire to learn and participate in a team environment, working with INTO staff
as well as volunteers and other interns.

Hourly Wage: $13/hr

To apply, please send your resume and cover letter Francesca Barbee at info@intoworld.org

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