JerseySTEM Externship - Montclair State (CS/IT)

JerseySTEM, Inc. • , NJ

10d • Hybrid

About The Position

JerseySTEM's Externship Program pairs Montclair State CS and IT students with an 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. Earn 3 credits toward CSIT 491 by completing the technology project component over a 14-week, ~135–140 hour semester. All JerseySTEM roles are pro-bono (unpaid) positions. JerseySTEM is a grassroots 501(c) 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.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled at Montclair State University while majoring in a relevant field (e.g., computer science, data science, engineering, mathematics, education).
• Completed CSIT 355, with department approval to enroll in CSIT 491 (to earn credits).
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with relevant technologies, tools, and software applications.

Nice To Haves

• Experience teaching or mentoring students in a STEM-related subject area is a plus

Responsibilities

• 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
• 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 weekly 1:1 with an assigned industry mentor for guidance and evaluation

Benefits

• 3 credits toward CSIT 491
• Weekly 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed