Graduate Apprentices (Student Pathways Apprenticeship Program)
*Must have completed bachelor's Degree by start date*
*Hiring on an ongoing basis*
Please reach out to spa@ohlone.edu for questions
OBJECTIVE
The objective of the Student Pathways Apprenticeship Program is to develop professionals who can, under the supervision of a designated manager, aid feeder school students. GAs will serve a designated location and provide student assistance in career assessment, college applications, financial literacy and applications, matriculation assistance, and transition. GAs will also be versed in various student support programs (i.e. Umoja, Puente, Career Services, Undocumented Student Resources, Student Accessibility Services, EOPS, etc.)
GAs are essential to creating a model for student integration into the college to increase opportunities for success by introducing the college and its services to feeder school students. GAs will be trained to assist students and high school staff in the following areas: admissions, Guided Pathways interest areas, basic residency questions, dual enrollment processes & paperwork, financial literacy, financial aid applications, and Undocumented student access. GAs will also provide information on Ohlone College programs that include EOPS, Puente, Umoja, SAS, Career Planning, etc. GAs will develop their skills, abilities, and sensitivities in assisting a diverse student population in an educational setting. GAs will employ the use of technology and communication systems to generate reports, track student progress, inform students of critical information essential to their success at Ohlone, and other duties as assigned that support student success.
DURATION
Apprenticeships are renewable on an annual basis. GAs are eligible to participate in the program for up to three (3) years while enrolled in a qualified educational program and shall work a maximum of 20 hours per week with the assignment spanning 45 weeks per year including regular and summer terms.
ASSESSMENT
GAs will work under the direction and supervision of a college administrator. Their progress is measured each semester through direct observation, student surveys, mentoring, and ongoing training sessions.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
a. Identify a vast range of student support services and programs
b. Cite eligibility requirements, systems, and processes for student services and programs
c. Implement activities that address and resolve student barriers to entering college that promote retention and student success