Community & Church Outreach Intern Student Worker (CSLP FWS)

GRAND CANYON UNIVERSITY; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Canyon University (GCU) seeks a CSLP student worker to support community outreach initiatives with ZimZam Global in the Phoenix area. Responsibilities include expanding food packing events, planning AZ Home Events, and engaging with local partners to strengthen relationships.

The role emphasizes donor research, digital outreach, and volunteer coordination, with opportunities to participate in church-related events. Enrolled students with GPA requirements are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Passion to help others succeed.
• Strong ethics, integrity, and sense of responsibility.
• Reliable transportation.
• Mentoring experience is a plus.
• Ability to speak a second language is a plus.
• Must be enrolled at GCU in a bachelor’s or master’s program with GPA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Expand OneMeal Food Packing Events by reaching out to churches and organizations in AZ.
• Assist with planning and hosting AZ Home Events to engage partners.
• Participate in local partner meetings to strengthen relations.
• Conduct donor research to grow ZimZam’s funding base.
• Support digital marketing campaigns (social media, email, events).
• Assist with outreach materials, volunteer coordination, and networking.

Skills

Mentoring

Second language (plus)

Education

GCU student enrollment

Job description

Position Summary/Purpose

Grand Canyon University (GCU) maintains relationships with nonprofit organizations identified by the IRS as 501(c)(3) by virtue of their charitable programs. The collective mission of 501(c)(3) organizations in the Phoenix Valley is to improve the quality of life for community residents or to solve particular problems related to those residents’ needs. GCU maintains a partnership with ZimZam Global located at 1134 E Irma Lane, Phoenix, AZ, 85024. ZimZam Global trains leaders, to plant churches, through discipling children. The CSLP student worker’s work schedule is dependent on the hours of operations and needs of ZimZam Global; however, CSLP student workers may not work more than 20 hours per week during the academic year (i.e., fall/spring). If eligible, CSLP student workers can work during summer (i.e., May – August). CSLP: This position has been reviewed and approved as Community Service as defined by 34 CFR 675.2(b). Per 34 CFR 675.2(b), community services are defined as, “Services which are designed to improve the quality of life for community residents, particularly low-income individuals, or to solve particular problems related to their need.” These services must be open and accessible to the community. As an FWS-CSLP approved position, its services will be offered to non-GCU community members (i.e., local residents). Note: All FWS and FWS-CSLP positions require applicants to complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa to be reviewed for FWS-eligibility and awarded FWS.

Primary Responsibilities /Accountabilities/ Essential Functions

• Help expand our OneMeal Food Packing Events by reaching out to churches and organizations interested in hosting across they AZ valley.
• Assist with planning and hosting AZ Home Events to connect with new partners and supporters.
• Engage in local partner meetings to strengthen community relationships.
• Conduct donor research to help grow ZimZam’s funding base.
• Assist in developing digital marketing campaigns, including social media, email outreach, and event promotions.
• Support outreach materials, volunteer coordination, and networking efforts.
• Volunteer and assist with Scottsdale Bible Church Shea Campus special needs ministry events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Equipment Used and Responsibility

MS Office Suite

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Experience/ Education Qualifications

Have passion and willingness to help others succeed. Possess strong ethics, integrity, and sense of responsibility. Must have reliable transportation. Previous Mentoring a plus. Ability to speak a second language a plus. Experience/Education: Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy. Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment: Enrolled at GCU in a bachelor’s program or master’s program full-time during fall/spring or half-time during summer. Maintain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student. Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University. You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.

Eligibility Requirements

Enroll at GCU in a bachelor’s program or master’s program full-time during fall/spring or half-time during summer. Maintain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student. Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University. You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.

Pay Rate

Minimum Wage

Anticipated End Date

June 30, 2027

Additional Information

GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values. The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans. At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good. Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.