Field Study Opportunities

The program supports the operations and planning for UCI Basic Needs Center by engaging in research to understand the complexities issues of college students’ basic needs insecurity. This issues includes food, housing, and financial insecurity. Also research the organization’s understanding of basic needs insecurity in higher education, recommends improvements to the current services/programs, and proposes new evidence-based interventions to address students’ basic needs on campus.

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Special Projects

• Develop training materials and presentations for UCI Basic Needs Center student staff
  
• Research innovative interventions to basic needs insecurities on campus and beyond
  
• Improve sustainability practices at the hub
  
• Propose and develop new programs or services to meet students basic needs. Field Study interns participate in the quarterly new staff training at the beginning of the quarter, and are expected to participate in the monthly staff meetings where additional training on specific topics is presented. In addition, the field study intern gets paired with an experienced student staff to provide ongoing training and support.

Important Skills for the Position

• Time management skills/ability to juggle multiple responsibilities
  
• People person who enjoys connecting with others
  
• Friendly, courteous customer service skills
  
• Able to maintain a positive attitude and diplomatic demeanor while working with diverse individuals
  
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

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