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STEM612: JerseySTEM Externship - Kean… at JerseySTEM · US-NJ
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Job Description
STEM612: JerseySTEM Externship - Kean University (CS/IT)
Job Locations US-NJ
ID 2026-2581
Category COLE: College Engagement and University Partnerships
Type EXT: Semester Long Externship (Project + PI)
Work Study Eligible True
About JerseySTEM
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.
Overview
JerseySTEM's Externship Program pairs Kean University scholars pursuing studies in CS, IT or Education 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:
- 1:1 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.
Responsibilities
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, 3:30–5:30 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 1:1 with an assigned industry mentor for guidance and evaluation
Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and skills:
- Currently enrolled at Kean University with interest and skills 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 project 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: 40 -120 hours/semester or more
- involved in remote/virtual IT project,
- 30 hours of 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.
Requirements
Kean departmental approval
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