Belmont Formation Collaborative - Formation Apprentice
Employment Type
Student Employee
Special Note: All students are required to read the BU Student Employment Policy prior to submitting an application. All Federal Work-Study students should read the program rules and regulations located at http://www.belmont.edu/sfs/employment/fws.html
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
The Formation Apprenticeship is a meaningful on-campus role for students who want to grow as leaders while helping others do the same. As part of the Belmont Formation Collaborative (BFC), Formation Apprentices support programs and initiatives that strengthen character, leadership, and purpose across campus. Through five areas of emphasis—operations, communications, research, professional development, and peer facilitation—apprentices gain real-world experience, build professional skills, and make a tangible impact on campus culture. Whether helping run events, sharing research, or leading character workshops, apprentices play a key role in shaping a community where students can flourish, living with integrity, purpose, and courage.
The BFC consists of nine interdisciplinary units whose work seeks to promote an enduring culture of whole-person formation in every element of the Belmont experience. These units include the BELL Core (General Education), Community-Engaged Learning & Service (CELS), Employee Leadership Development (ELD), Formation Initiatives, Formation Research, Health & Wellness, Interprofessional Education, Spiritual Formation, and the Teaching Center. Apprentices may work more closely with one unit based on strengths and interests. Regardless of unit assignment, all apprentices will engage in the following domains:
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Operations: Serve as generalists for all BFC units performing routine, entry-level tasks (e.g., WELL Core credit processing, Service Wellness validation). Help plan, execute, and follow up on unit-specific events, workshops, and meetings including setup, teardown, hospitality, and material distribution. Maintain shared spaces, supplies, and equipment used by the BFC team.
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Character Strength Facilitation: Complete curriculum in character strength interventions and lead workshops for peers in one-on-one, group, classroom, or student organization settings.
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Professional Development: Participate in team meetings, trainings, and reflection activities to build skills, track growth, and connect your personal development to the mission of the BFC.
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Communications: Help manage the [email protected] inbox and promote programs through BFC newsletter, campus event boards, digital signage, and social media.
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Research: Assist with program assessment and conduct research on best practices in character formation, leadership, and student flourishing. Present key findings in accessible formats like slide decks, summaries, or internal reports.
Required Qualifications
1. Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving:
- Use logical reasoning and creativity to analyze data and identify meaningful trends.
- Evaluate complex information to develop practical solutions that support the goals of
character and leadership development programs.
2. Effective Communication:
- Articulate ideas clearly and professionally in both written and verbal formats, ensuring
that information is shared in a way that is easily understood by diverse audiences.
- Adapt communication style and content based on the audience, purpose, and context of
interactions.
3. Team Collaboration & Professionalism:
- Work effectively with team members, faculty, and staff, demonstrating respect and
appreciation for differing perspectives and contributions.
- Uphold a high standard of professionalism by being reliable, responsive, and committed to
the team’s success.
4. Technology Proficiency:
- Confidently use Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) to manage information,
create polished reports, and visually communicate findings.
- Use Canva to create materials for the BFC team.
- Open to learning new technologies and digital tools to support research and project needs.
Required Education
Must be enrolled as a student at Belmont University.
Required Experience
Interest in character formation, leadership development, or student flourishing Experience supporting programs, events, or workshops (e.g., setup, promotion, logistics) Involvement in student organizations, peer leadership, or mentorship roles Strong written and verbal communication skills, especially for email, presentations, or social media Comfort speaking in front of others or a willingness to grow in group facilitation and public speaking Familiarity with tools like Microsoft Office, Canva, or other platforms for communication, organization, or research Some experience with data collection (e.g., surveys, interviews, focus groups) is helpful but not required
