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Summer Associate - MCNCE Summer Academy Program Mentor

Since 1966, TRIO Upward Bound at the University of Montana has empowered first-generation, low-income, and rural students in the Blackfeet Nation and Missoula to succeed in high school and prepare for college. With some students on track to be the first in their family to graduate from high school, this program builds students’ confidence that they can succeed in college and create a brighter future for their family and community. Our 6-week Summer Academy is a simulation of the college experience at UM, where students live in a residence hall, take classes to prepare for the upcoming school year, and engage in a variety of experiential learning activities. All Upward Bound programming is completely free for all participating students. The goal of the project is to alleviate poverty by providing low-income and potential first-generation college students with academic tutoring, mentorship, counseling, and college prep (e.g., SAT/ACT prep, financial aid assistance) to ensure high school graduation and college enrollment. By offering a "hand up" rather than a handout, it increases long-term economic mobility and breaks intergenerational poverty. Summer Academy is a powerful experience and students talk about how they now see themselves going on to college! Students join us from the Blackfeet Nation (Browning and Heart Butte) and Missoula. This academic support will help build the foundational building blocks for later successes both academically and professionally. 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 : Members will serve as positive academic & personal role models, demonstrating professionalism, perseverance, and a growth mindset while serving as a Residential Advisor at the University of Montana OR a Teachers Assistant for math, science, english, art, and spanish classes. They will support students to learn leadership skills, gain self-confidence in their abilities through encouragement and constructive feedback, as well as support students in setting personal and academic goals, reflecting on progress, and overcoming challenges. They will encourage collaboration and teamwork among students, staff, and Summer Associates to foster a sense of belonging and build community. Members will attend the MCNCE orientation and a week-long orientation training from TRIO Upward Bound. Members must have the awareness, knowledge, and skills to interact effectively and respectfully with people across a diverse culture and social backgrounds.

Program Benefits : Training , Living Allowance , Choice of Education Award or End of Service Stipend .

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

Service Areas :
Tribal , Education , Children/Youth .

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

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SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps VISTA

Program
Summer Associate - MCNCE Summer Academy Program Mentor

Program Start/End Date
06/01/2026 - 08/09/2026

Work Schedule	Summer

Education level
Some college

Age Requirement
Minimum: 18 Maximum: None

Program Locations	MONTANA

Accepting Applications
From 03/06/2026 To 05/08/2026

Contact	Isabella Culver
32 Campus Dr
Missoula MT 59812
406-243-5181
culver@mtengage.org
mtengage.org

Listing ID	128814


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