Belmont Formation Collaborative - Formation Apprentice

Belmont University; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Belmont University is seeking student Apprentices for the Formation Apprenticeship to support programs that strengthen character, leadership, and purpose across campus.

You will contribute in areas like operations, communications, research, professional development, and peer facilitation, gaining real-world experience while building professional skills and contributing to campus culture.

Qualifications

• Use logical reasoning and creativity to analyze data and identify meaningful trends.
• Articulate ideas clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats for diverse audiences.
• Work effectively with team members, faculty, and staff, demonstrating professionalism and reliability.
• Confidently use Microsoft Office tools and Canva; open to learning new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support the Belmont Formation Collaborative (BFC) operations and events on campus.
• Lead character strength workshops and facilitate peer development.
• Assist with program assessment and research, presenting findings in accessible formats.
• Manage communications through the [e-mail] inbox and promote programs across channels.
• Assist with logistics, setup, teardown, and managing shared spaces and materials.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Effective Communication

Team Collaboration

Technology Proficiency

Education

Belmont University student

Tools

Microsoft Office

Canva

Job description

Employment Type Student Employee

Hourly Rate 15

Special Note: All students are required to read the BU Student Employment Policy prior to submitting an application. All Federal Work-Study students should read the program rules and regulations located at http://www.belmont.edu/sfs/employment/fws.html

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Formation Apprenticeship is a meaningful on-campus role for students who want to grow as leaders while helping others do the same. As part of the Belmont Formation Collaborative (BFC), Formation Apprentices support programs and initiatives that strengthen character, leadership, and purpose across campus. Through five areas of emphasis—operations, communications, research, professional development, and peer facilitation—apprentices gain real-world experience, build professional skills, and make a tangible impact on campus culture. Whether helping run events, sharing research, or leading character workshops, apprentices play a key role in shaping a community where students can flourish, living with integrity, purpose, and courage.

The BFC consists of nine interdisciplinary units whose work seeks to promote an enduring culture of whole-person formation in every element of the Belmont experience. These units include the BELL Core (General Education), Community-Engaged Learning & Service (CELS), Employee Leadership Development (ELD), Formation Initiatives, Formation Research, Health & Wellness, Interprofessional Education, Spiritual Formation, and the Teaching Center. Apprentices may work more closely with one unit based on strengths and interests. Regardless of unit assignment, all apprentices will engage in the following domains:

• Operations: Serve as generalists for all BFC units performing routine, entry-level tasks (e.g., WELL Core credit processing, Service Wellness validation). Help plan, execute, and follow up on unit-specific events, workshops, and meetings including setup, teardown, hospitality, and material distribution. Maintain shared spaces, supplies, and equipment used by the BFC team.
• Character Strength Facilitation: Complete curriculum in character strength interventions and lead workshops for peers in one-on-one, group, classroom, or student organization settings.
• 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 BFC.
• Communications: Help manage the [e-mail] inbox and promote programs through BFC newsletter, campus event boards, digital signage, and social media.
• Research: Assist with program assessment and conduct research on best practices in character formation, leadership, and student flourishing. Present key findings in accessible formats like slide decks, summaries, or internal reports.

Required Qualifications

1. 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.

2. Effective Communication:

• Articulate ideas clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats, ensuring that 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

Required Education

Must be enrolled as a student at Belmont University.

Required Experience

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

Belmont University is a Christ-centered community. The University faculty, administration, and staff uphold Jesus as the Christ and as the measure for all things. As a community seeking to uphold Christian standards of morality, ethics, and conduct, Belmont University holds high expectations of each person who chooses to join the community. In compliance with federal law, including provisions of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973/the Americans with Disabilities Act, Belmont University does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, military service, or sexual orientation in its administration of education policies, programs or activities; its admissions policies; or employment. Consistent with applicable civil rights law, the University primarily hires employees of the Christian faith who are committed to support the mission of the University. The University has appointed the Chief Human Resources Officer/Deputy Title IX Coordinator to serve as coordinator of non-discrimination compliance for staff and faculty. The Director of Institutional Equity and Compliance and Title IX Coordinator serves as coordinator of compliance for Title IX (sex discrimination) issues and questions for students. Click here to learn more.

*In accordance with accrediting standards for its professional education programs in law and medicine, the University does not apply religious criteria in hiring employees within those programs. All employees hired by the University, regardless of religious faith, shall be committed to Belmont’s Christ-centered, student-focused mission.

Belmont's Office of Human Resources will conduct ongoing evaluations of the means by which candidates for employment are sought, to the end that the pool of candidates will include qualified women, minorities, veteransand disabled individuals. Belmont University is an equal opportunity employer under all applicable civil rights laws.