Student staff members are central to the successful functioning of our college community. Join the College Nine staff! Develop leadership skills, contribute to your community, and share your skills and experience by applying for one of the following positions:

International and Global Perspectives CUIP Intern

The Chancellor's Undergraduate Internship Program position provides leadership in planning and teaching the College Nine 2-credit class, facilitating a leadership group, and developing other programs to enhance the college's theme of International and Global Perspectives. For more information on the CUIP program, please visit the Career Center or contact Erin Ramsden at  eramsden@ucsc.edu. The application deadline for this position is in February. 

Praxis CUIP Intern

International Living Center Special Programs Assistant

Faculty Initiatives Assistant

Assist in the development and implementation of programs that bring together faculty and students from College Nine in meaningful interactions that enhance co-curricular learning related to the college's theme. Plan faculty presentations, field trips and other programs. For more information please contact Erin Ramsden at eramsden@ucsc.edu. The deadline for this position is in April. Visit our hire page for the application and more information. 

Special Projects Assistant

Assist in the development and implementation of programs that bring together faculty and students from College Nine in meaningful interactions that enhance co-curricular learning related to the college's theme. Plan pop-ups, workshops, and other programs. For more information please contact Erin Ramsden at eramsden@ucsc.edu.The deadline for this position is in April. Visit our hire page for the application and more information. 

Program Assistants (PAs)

Community Programs Assistants are part of the College Nine and John R. Lewis College Programs & Activities Team and work under the general supervision of the College Programs Coordinator. The Programs & Activities staff plan and produce community-wide programming at College Nine and John R. Lewis College (College Nights, Dances, etc.), and works collaboratively with other college units, staff at other colleges, departments, and student organizations. The Programs & Activities staff is also primarily responsible for campus-wide programs at College Nine and John R. Lewis College, including Welcome Week and the College Nine and John R. Lewis College Commencement Ceremonies.

Recruitment for Community Program Assistant position begins in mid February and runs until early April. Click here to find out how to apply online. For more information, contact our Assistant CPC at acpc910@ucsc.edu.

Fall Planning Assistant (FPA)

The Fall Planning Assistant is part of the College Nine and John R. Lewis College Programs & Activities Team and work under the general supervision of the College Programs Coordinator. The FPA helps to develop, plan, implement and document Welcome Week at College Nine and John R. Lewis College, as well as student-staff and volunteer training for the Activities Office. The FPA works extensively with the Orientation Leaders, so previous experience as an Orientation Leader is required. The FPA is hired in Spring Quarter, and works through the summer into Fall Quarter. Check back soon for more detailed information.

Recruitment for Fall Planning Assistant position begins in mid February and runs until early April. For more information, contact our Assistant CPC at acpc910@ucsc.edu.

Alternative Spring Break (ASB) Leader

Upper Division College Nine students with experience in service learning through Praxis, Esprit de Corps, or another comparable organization, are invited to apply to lead an ASB in our local Santa Cruz Community over spring break.  Student works closely with (H)ACER, in recruiting student participants, interacting with local non-profits, planning the weeklong service activities, developing an educational component, evaluating the trip, and helping to plan the Volunteer Recognition Ceremony at the end of spring quarter.  Two positions available for stipend.  Apply in the spring (applications due the first Monday in May) for the following academic year.  For more information, contact (H)ACER To view detailed job description, please click here. To apply, please click here. 

Mailroom Clerk

Sort & distribute U.S. and intercampus mail; maintain logs of registered, insured and express mail; maintain current records of student addresses; must be able to work a variable schedule between 10am and 5pm for a minimum 2-hour block of time; evening and Saturday morning hours available. For more information please contact Riley Noble at rnobleco@ucsc.edu.

Office Assistant Positions

Available in all college offices. Duties and hours will vary. Watch for posting or talk to any staff member.

Tech Crew

Assist the College Nine programming units or campus groups with setting up events and operating audio/visual equipment needed for programs. Hours vary - evening and weekends required, incl. Commencement and Fall Orientation and Move-In. Contact Christian at resc9c10@ucsc.edu. 

Student Sustainability Assistant (SSA)

This position introduces students to the campus sustainability movement and provides them with professional experience in sustainability-related topics. Please contact the Sustainability Office for more information.

Resident Assistant (RA)

A Resident Assistant (RA) is a trained student leader who works to create and maintain a supportive community for residential students. Each RA is assigned to work within a specific community of students within the Residence Halls, Apartments, or International Living Center. RAs host a variety of social, academic, and cultural activities for their residents; act as a resource and mentor; and address any safety or security concerns that occur in their areas. RAs also take turns providing 24-hour emergency on-call support to support students with any safety or security concerns that arise.  

Are you interested in getting involved in College Student Life (CSL) or Affiliated Residential Community Housing (ARCH)? Here's your chance: Student Leader Applications are opening this Winter for the upcoming academic year. Applications for the Resident Assistant/Neighborhood Assistant and Programs Assistant and Community Assistant positions can be found here.

For any and all questions please reach out to our Student Leader Selection Committee at lead@ucsc.edu.