Student leaders are an integral part of the success of Community Outreach programs. Student Leaders are responsible for volunteer recruitment, program planning, and implementing service that meets self-identified community needs while also promoting reflection about social issues. Some positions also assist with operations such as transportation and marketing/communications efforts. Student leaders are supported by a number of peer and professional resources and are provided training throughout the year. There is potential to use work-study funds or earn academic credit during the term of service, please contact co.selection@uconn.edu to discuss this in more detail.
Students who are selected for these positions will serve as student leaders for the 2026-2027 academic year. You can learn more about the specific tasks, responsibilities, and time commitment by downloading the position description using the link next to each open position below. If you wish to apply for one or more of these positions, please submit the online application which also asks for an updated resume.
(Please note: Active hyperlinks indicate available positions and link to the job description. Check back for update)
Alternative Breaks | CO Services | Health Services |Social Services | Language & Literacy | One Time Projects & Initiatives | Youth Development & Education - Adolescents | Youth Development & Education - Children
Alternative Breaks
- Student Trip Director
Learn more about Alternative Breaks here.
CO Services
- Public Relations - Student Leader
Learn more about CO Services here.
Health & Social Services
- Generations Connect - Program Director
- Juniper Hill - Program Director
- Project Hope - Program Director
- Tea @ 3 - Program Director
Learn more about Health Service programs here.
Learn more about Social Service programs here.
Language & Literacy
- America Reads - Site Manager
- Book Pals - Assistant Program Director
- English Language Learners - Assistant Program Director
- English Language Learners - Program Director
Learn more about Language and Literacy programs here.
One Time Programs and Initiatives
- Campus Wide Initiatives - Program Director
- Civic Engagement & Dialogues - Program Director
Learn more about One Time Projects and Initiatives here.
Youth Development & Education for Adolescents
- MYS Tiger Strong - Program Director
Learn more about YDEA programs here.
Youth Development & Education for Children
- Barrows Afterschool - Program Director
- Big Brothers Big Sisters - Site Manager
- Campus Big Buddies - Program Director
- North Windham Afterschool - Program Director
- Windham Afterschool - Program Director
- Windham Heights Afterschool - Program Director
Learn more about YDEC programs here.