STEM613 JerseySTEM Externship - The College of New Jersey

All JerseySTEM roles are pro-bono (unpaid) positions. JerseySTEM is a grassroots 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to bringing science, technology, engineering, and math education to 5th-8th grade girls in underserved New Jersey communities. We rely on a network of college and industry volunteers to deliver and support field-proven programs in partner middle schools.

JerseySTEM's Externship Program allows TCNJ students to connect with a JerseySTEM industry mentor for a real technology project, while also teaching hands-on STEM to middle school girls in underserved New Jersey communities. This is a two-part experience, project work and teaching. What you Get 11 mentorship from an industry professional Mid- and End-of-Externship evaluations (portfolio-ready feedback) Real project experience with a live nonprofit - not a classroom simulation Hands-on experience with Agile/Scrum, Jira, and industry-standard tools Exposure to a professional tech stack (SQL, low-code platforms, workflow automation, applied AI) A story of social impact for every future interview Transportation provided for weekly teaching session.

Key Responsibilities As a Technology or

Education Intern you will play a pivotal role in participating in JerseySTEM projects and in delivering engaging and effective STEM-focused lessons and activities to middle school students of various skill levels. Your main responsibilities include Teaching Lead weekly STEM sessions for 5th-8th grade girls at a partner middle school, 330-530 PM Bring computational thinking and hands-on activities into the classroom Track attendance and document sessions Technology Project or Curriculum Design Assignment Work on a real JerseySTEM technology project - data systems, applications, automation, or analytics (full scope, deliverables, and tech stack provided at onboarding) Participate in Agile/Scrum sprints tracked in Jira, with sprint demos and reviews Meet 11 with an assigned industry mentor for guidance and evaluation To succeed in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and skills Currently enrolled at TCNJ with expertise in a relevant field (e.g., computer science, data science, engineering, mathematics, education).

Experience teaching or mentoring students in a STEM-related subject area is a plus Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with relevant technologies, tools, and software applications. Additional Information The Tech projects are virtual, with work sessions on Google Meet The workshops with middle school students are on-site at select venues near your campus.

Travel to and from job location will be provided, if requested. Workshop Details Length One semester Class Duration 150 to 200 hours, based on your department involved in remote/virtual IT project, 30 hours on-site teaching in a middle school Topics Coding, Robotics, AI/Cyber, Teaching Logistics Free transportation to workshop venue is available via Uber or mileage reimbursements Location Select venues close to your college campus in New Jersey. Typically 15mn Uber ride.

TCNJ Departmental approval