Student Jobs
Work at the Haas Center!
The Haas Center welcomes Stanford undergraduate and graduate students to work with us in part-time student staff positions. Job responsibilities range from writing stories to organizing student tutors to administrative support.
We primarily hire students in Spring Quarter and Fall Quarter. Please review specific positions for application guidelines and deadlines.
Qualifications
Below are some general qualifications we look for when hiring students. Please refer to particular positions for more details.
- knowledge of the work of the Haas Center and an interest in public service
- desire to work with others and/or as part of a team
- ability to function as a self-starter
- commitment to follow through with responsibilities
- openness to learning new skills
Responsibilities
In addition to the responsibilities outlined in each job description, Haas Center student staff are expected to:
- attend an orientation
- receive and respond to Haas Center emails
- help spread the word about the work of the Haas Center
- attend and support Haas Center events
Job Openings
- AmeriCorps VISTA Program Coordinator (graduate student): The AmeriCorps VISTA Program Coordinator will work with the Haas Center’s Director of Community Partnerships to design and facilitate AmeriCorps member’s weekly development sessions, supervise the 2025 AmeriCorps VISTAs and lead the 2025 AmeriCorps application process. We’re looking for someone with knowledge of public service programs, university-community partnerships, and experience supervising and leading staff. You might be a good fit if you’re familiar with the service-learning/community engagement field and have interest in working with young professionals and community-based organizations. This is a paid, hourly position (10 hours/week) reporting to the Director of Community Partnerships. More information can be found in the attached position description. If interested, please send cover letter and resume to Katie Avila.
- Distinguished Visitor Program Coordinator (graduate student): The Haas Center seeks a graduate student to support the implementation and coordination of the 2025 Distinguished Visitor Program. This is a paid, hourly position reporting to the Director of Community Partnerships. The 2025 program will focus on Public Interest Technology (PIT), which involves using technology, design, and data practices to address societal challenges in ethical, equitable, and inclusive ways. The Distinguished Visitor Program Assistant will assist with the design, facilitation, and coordination of the 2025 program. The role involves organizing logistics, supporting visitors, and evaluating program outcomes. Experience with large projects, public service programs, and public interest technology is preferred, as is familiarity with high-profile community members. To apply, email your resume and cover letter to Katie Avila.
Temporary assignments are “at-will” in nature and can be terminated prior to the stated end date due to a number of reasons or for no reason at all, including but not limited to performance, change in operational need, and funding.