The Multi-Ethnic Student Affairs Office is looking for candidates to serve as Student Coordinators for the Grants and Outreach (GO) Team for the 2026-2027 academic year. Student Coordinators are a part of a team responsible for advising student organizations throughout their grant application process and participate in outreach events as representatives of MESA. Students in this position report to MESA staff who work with you throughout training and the year. 

We welcome the unique contributions and intersections that you can bring. Previous experience in working with grants is not required and training will be provided. It is essential that you’re passionate about helping other students create impactful events for the campus community.

Based on the availability of Student Coordinators, training will be in late August to early September. After training and onboarding processes, you will then begin meeting with student organizations to talk about their grant applications or their interest in MESA support. Towards the end of each semester, you will support planning of the Grants Celebration to honor events students hosted throughout the semester. 

Thank you for your time, interest, and investment in this important work. We look forward to reviewing your application.

Position Summary

The GO Team Student Coordinator will lead meetings and coordination of Student Organization Grants, which provides funds for campus-wide student organization events that promote transformative educational opportunities that highlight the richness of various cultures, identities, and experiences. This position is both administrative and collaborative, involving event logistics, leadership, and outreach.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead outreach activities such as tabling for and presenting about MESA including upcoming programs.

• Facilitate grants meetings with student organizations to discuss grant requirements (including follow up action items) and to support student organization’s preparation and implementation of their event. 

• Attend grants-funded events to build a relationship with student organizations and to increase visibility/presence. 

• Maintain and manage regularly scheduled student appointments (virtually and in person) via Google Calendar to work with student organizations

• Present about MESA’s grant program to student organizations

• Refer students to relevant campus resources, student activities, and extracurricular leadership or learning opportunities

• Record notes and submit forms of student meetings

• Learn and teach grant writing strategies

• Attend weekly team meetings to discuss appointments and professional development

• Further advance grants processes for students and improve program operations

• Performs other related duties as assigned

Key Responsibilities

• Lead outreach activities such as tabling for and presenting about MESA including upcoming programs.

• Facilitate grants meetings with student organizations to discuss grant requirements (including follow up action items) and to support student organization’s preparation and implementation of their event. 

• Attend grants-funded events to build a relationship with student organizations and to increase visibility/presence. 

• Maintain and manage regularly scheduled student appointments (virtually and in person) via Google Calendar to work with student organizations

• Present about MESA’s grant program to student organizations

• Refer students to relevant campus resources, student activities, and extracurricular leadership or learning opportunities

• Record notes and submit forms of student meetings

• Learn and teach grant writing strategies

• Attend weekly team meetings to discuss appointments and professional development

• Further advance grants processes for students and improve program operations

• Performs other related duties as assigned

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Must be a currently enrolled student with at least 2 semesters completed at the University by August 2026 

• Must be able to commit a minimum of 5-10 hours per week for the fall 2026 and winter 2027 semesters

• Must participate in weekly check ins, team meetings, professional development workshops, and other trainings

• Be in good disciplinary and academic standing with the University

• Able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines independently and within a team

• Show enthusiasm and are passionate about student organizations

• An accepting attitude that values all identities and lived experiences

• Have excellent organizational and communication skills and clear attention to detail

• Demonstrate a mature, responsible and dependable demeanor

• Display a willingness and positive energy when meeting with students 

• Motivated to work with and contribute to the success of a team

• Excitement to work with student organizations in both one-on-one and group settings

• Curiosity to learn new things and open mindedness

• A resume is required for the position

• Have fun!