Community Engagement Internship

Missouri State University; Springfield, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 11,641,000 - 13,983,000; Full time

Job summary

Missouri State University in Springfield is seeking a Community Engagement Internship that operates off-campus and is eligible for Federal Work Study. The role requires 10–12 hours per week during the academic year and pays at a rate of $16.25 per hour.

You will partner with local non-profit agencies to deliver community services, build leadership skills, and gain first-hand civic experience while contributing to the Springfield community.

Qualifications

• Eligible for work study
• GPA 2.5 or higher
• Enrolled in 12+ credit hours

Responsibilities

• Match with local non-profit agencies to work 10-12 hours per week throughout the academic year.
• Receive a paycheck through Federal Work Study funding.
• Learn civic responsibility and nonprofit leadership skills.
• Broaden educational experience and awareness of community needs.
• Provide valuable services, insights, and energy to the Springfield community.
• Participate in at least one service project in the community each semester.

Skills

Work Study eligibility

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

May hire as many as 20 applicants from this posting. Must be Work Study eligible. Work location is off campus. Find more information here. https://www.missouristate.edu/Organizations/LCS/default.htm

Position Title

Position Title Community Engagement Internship

Student Status

Student Status Work Study Optional –You are not required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position.

Work Location

Work Location Springfield off campus employers

Department

Department efactory-- Center for Business and Economic Development (CBED)

Hiring Range

Hiring Range 16.25

Sponsorship Information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Department/Employer Operating Hours

Department/Employer Operating Hours Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

How many hours per week are required?

How many hours per week are required? 10-12

Description of Primary Duties

• Work with Local Agencies: Match with local non-profit agencies to work 10-12 hours per week throughout the academic year.
• Earn While You Learn: Receive a paycheck through Federal Work Study funding.
• Develop Leadership Skills: Learn civic responsibility and nonprofit leadership skills.
• Expand Your Horizons: Broaden your educational experience and awareness of community needs.
• Make a Difference: Provide valuable services, insights, and energy to the Springfield community.
• Community Service Projects: Participate in at least one service project in the community each semester.

Required Qualifications

Eligible for work study
2.5 GPA
Enrolled in 12+ credit hours

Required Certifications

Additional Qualifications

Special Instructions to Applicants

May hire as many as 20 applicants from this posting. Must be Work Study eligible. Work location is off campus. Find more information here. https://www.missouristate.edu/Organizations/LCS/default.htm

Non-Discrimination Statement

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America. The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, [e-mail] , 417-836-4252.

Open Date

Open Date 09/23/2026

Close Date

Close Date 10/15/2026

Posting Number

Posting Number 20260142STU

Required Documents Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Other Documents -1
• Work Study Award Letter (Student)

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How many credit hours are you currently enrolled in?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you currently seeking a degree at Missouri State University? Or are you currently seeking a teacher certification at Missouri State University?
  • Yes
  • No
  • I'm not sure.
• * Are you a current Missouri State University Student?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Is your cumulative and/or semester GPA a 2.5 or better?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * This position is located off-campus. Will you be able to reliably commute to the off-campus location?
  • Yes
  • No

If you have questions:

Office of Human Resources
(t)417-836-5102
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

If you have student employment questions:
Student Employment Services
(t)417-836-5627
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.