Community & Church Outreach Intern Student Worker (CSLP FWS)

Position Summary/Purpose: Grand Canyon University (GCU) maintains relationships with nonprofit organizations identified by the IRS as 501(c)(3) by virtue of their charitable programs. The collective mission of 501(c)(3) organizations in the Phoenix Valley is to improve the quality of life for community residents or to solve particular problems related to those residents’ needs. GCU maintains a partnership with ZimZam Global located at 1134 E Irma Lane, Phoenix, AZ, 85024. ZimZam Global trains leaders, to plant churches, through discipling children. The CSLP student worker’s work schedule is dependent on the hours of operations and needs of ZimZam Global; however, CSLP student workers may not work more than 20 hours per week during the academic year (i.e., fall/spring). If eligible, CSLP student workers can work during summer (i.e., May – August). CSLP: This position has been reviewed and approved as Community Service as defined by 34 CFR 675.2(b). Per 34 CFR 675.2(b), community services are defined as, “Services which are designed to improve the quality of life for community residents, particularly low-income individuals, or to solve particular problems related to their need.” These services must be open and accessible to the community. As an FWS-CSLP approved position, its services will be offered to non-GCU community members (i.e., local residents). Note: All FWS and FWS-CSLP positions require applicants to complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa to be reviewed for FWS-eligibility and awarded FWS.

Primary Responsibilities /Accountabilities/ Essential Functions

Help expand our OneMeal Food Packing Events by reaching out to churches and organizations interested in hosting across they AZ valley. Assist with planning and hosting AZ Home Events to connect with new partners and supporters. Engage in local partner meetings to strengthen community relationships. Conduct donor research to help grow Zi