JMBIF 2027-2028

The Hunt Institute•NC, NC

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The John M. Belk Impact Fellowship is a paid, 10-month program running from August 2027 through May 2028. It provides hands-on experience for students enrolled in community college, undergraduate, or graduate programs in North Carolina. Fellows work with organizations focused on equitable access to quality education, which may include nonprofits, education systems and institutions, and philanthropic organizations. The program is designed to prepare future social impact leaders and help Fellows develop relationships with education leaders, broaden their experience across education-related focus areas, and build marketable skills. The pay rate is $15.00 per hour. Fellows work 14–20 hours per week and receive a tailored experience based on their interests and preferences. Work may involve research, communications and social media, policy materials, data gathering, event support, and projects at their host organizations. Fellows receive mentoring and coaching from The Hunt Institute and participate in professional development workshops and speaker panels.

Requirements

Be a full-time community college, undergraduate, or graduate student at an accredited North Carolina college or university.
Remain a student for the duration of the program.
Have an interest in education, public policy, political science, data analytics, psychology, or a related field.
Commit to 14–20 hours per week from mid-August 2027 through early May 2028.
Be able to work primarily on-site.
Submit a resume, unofficial transcript, cover letter, one letter of recommendation, and responses to two short-answer questions.

Responsibilities

Research specific topics and policy issues to inform the development of materials and activities.
Analyze legislation, reports, and other documents and create summaries and recommendations.
Gather and track qualitative and quantitative data.
Prepare briefing documents and other supporting materials for meetings and convenings.
Develop and/or maintain the social media presence of partner organizations.
Provide support at on-site or virtual events as needed.
Take ownership of high-impact projects at host site organizations, including nonprofits.
Build hands-on skills in philanthropy, program management, finance and operations, communications and marketing, and research and evaluation.
Attend monthly virtual Fireside Chats.
Participate in bi-weekly check-ins with the Impact Fellowship Coordinator and weekly check-ins with the host site supervisor.
Attend an in-person orientation and networking opportunities.
Perform other duties as assigned.