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MAPS Media Institute- Fort Belknap Indian Community Program

MAPS Media Institute is a nonprofit organization offering free, hands-on media arts education to students in grades 8–12, with a focus on rural and underserved communities. Our summer program helps prevent summer learning loss and supports students’ personal, social, and professional growth through creative learning. MAPS mission is to empower, inspire and prepare Montana’s next generation for future success through professional media arts instruction, engaging community service and compassionate mentoring. Summer AmeriCorps Member will help empower Montana youth through creativity, storytelling, and real-world skill building! Members will support free, STEAM-based media arts programs for students in grades 8–12 in Ravalli County and/or the Fort Belknap Indian Community. You'll assist with hands-on classes, mentor students, help run creative productions, and contribute to college and career readiness activities—all while gaining experience in arts education, nonprofit work, and community engagement. Make a difference and grow your own creative and professional skills along the way! Montana Campus Network for Civic Engagement (MCNCE) serves as the intermediary for this project. MCNCE is a coalition of colleges and universities dedicated to fostering civic engagement, service learning, and volunteerism across Montana. Led by CEOs from participating institutions, MCNCE works to improve community life and educate students on civic and social responsibility, preparing them to be thoughtful, compassionate, and engaged leaders.

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Member Duties : Summer service members will build their own media arts and communication skills while learning how to share the value of creativity and the media-making process. This growth will help them serve as mentors and role models for students. This will occur by taking part in hands-on workshops led by MAPS teaching artists and staff. Areas covered are filmmaking, graphic design, music production, podcasting, and emerging media tools. Members will support community outreach efforts to raise awareness about MAPS, connect with new students and families, and share the value of media arts education. Members will support MAPS staff in delivering a hands-on, STEAM-based media arts program for students in grades 8-12. Members will support the continued growth of MAPS by helping students explore career paths, prepare for college or training programs, and build the skills they need to succeed in life after high school. https://mtengage.org/americorps/application/available-positions/

Program Benefits : Education award upon successful completion of service , Childcare assistance if eligible , Training , Living Allowance .

Terms :
Permits attendance at school during off hours , Permits working at another job during off hours , Car recommended .

Service Areas :
Children/Youth , Community and Economic Development , Community Outreach , Tribal , Education , Technology .

Skills :
Computers/Technology , Team Work , Teaching/Tutoring , Youth Development , General Skills , Education .

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SUMMARY

Program Type:

AmeriCorps State / National

Program

MAPS Media Institute- Fort Belknap Indian Community Program

Program Start/End Date

06/02/2025 - 08/10/2025

Work Schedule

Full Time

Education level

High school diploma/GED

Age Requirement

Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations

MONTANA

Languages

English

Accepting Applications

From 04/01/2025 To 05/09/2025

Contact

Clare Ann Harff

515 Madison St

Hamilton MT 59840

406-363-4824

clareann@mapsmediainstitute.com

https://mapsmediainstitute.com/programs/fort-belknap-indian-community

Listing ID

126218


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