Posting Details
Position Information
Title Work Study MRISJ Justice Fellow Position Description
About the Martin Richard Institute for Social Justice
The mission of the Martin Richard Institute for Social Justice (MRISJ) is to build knowledge about social justice, to develop skills for advancing social justice through individual and collective action, and to serve as a catalyst for actualizing Bridgewater State University's commitment to social justice.
Justice Fellow Program Description
The MRISJ is seeking undergraduate students to work as Justice Fellows for the 2026-2027 academic year. Justice Fellows are placed at a MRISJ partner organization (host site) for the academic year. Both off-campus and on-campus placements are available. In this placement, Justice Fellows engage in project-based work to advance the mission of the host site and develop skills and knowledge of different strategies of positive social change.
Justice Fellow Social Justice Themes
Projects and topics are based on host site goals. Past placements have focused on areas such as affordable housing, youth development, educational equity, disability rights and inclusion, and voter engagement.
Roles & Responsibilities
Justice Fellow responsibilities are shared between the Host Site and the MRISJ.
Host Site Placement/ Justice Fellow Project
As a MRISJ Justice Fellows, you will:
- Be placed with a Host Site (a campus or community-based organization) for the academic year.
- Spend 10 hours a week at the Host Site doing project-based work that helps the Host Site to meet their mission.
- Follow the pre-approved individual workplan that outlines the Justice Fellow project for the assigned host site placement.
- Meet regularly and communicate consistently with Host Site supervisor for guidance and supervision.
MRISJ Responsibilities
- Attend occasional MRISJ Student Employee meetings on Thursday evenings (students will have the dates in advance).
- Commit 2 hours per week of training and reflection with Justice Fellow cohort at BSU.
- Meet regularly and communicate consistently with MRISJ staff advisor for guidance and supervision.
- Attend and actively participate in all scheduled Justice Fellow cohort trainings, workshops and meetings.
- Maintain up to date and accurate documentation of timesheets, journals, and workplan updates.
- Create a poster and take part in BSU's Student Arts & Research Symposium (StARS) in April that showcases their experience and learning.
- Fellows may be invited to represent the MRISJ in various capacities across campus to provide a student's perspective of the work of the MRISJ, including but not limited to, staffing informational tables or events, presenting to classes or students clubs, and sharing about their experience with small or large groups.
- Other duties as assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you will need:
- Previous experience with volunteer work, internship(s), job(s) and/or other community involvement.
- Desire to gain hands on experience at a host site (either on or off campus).
- Interest in working with peers in a leadership capacity.
- Demonstrated interest in social justice and civic engagement along with a commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, access, and inclusion.
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff and other students.
- Ability to be flexible and adaptable within a fast-paced environment.
- Strong oral and written communication skills to convey ideas and information with students, staff, and community organizations.
- Strong time management skills and ability to self-motivate and work independently once provided instruction.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Requirements
- Must be enrolled in at least 6 credits at Bridgewater State University in good standing for both fall 2026 and spring 2027.
- Positions may be contingent upon additional background checks as requested by community organizations to adhere to each organization's protocols.
- Students are responsible for organizing their own reliable transportation to and from off-campus sites. Arrangements for mileage reimbursement or ride share services are available by request on a case-by-case basis.
Physical Demands
Responsibilities may include activities such as:
- standing for varying periods of time
- transporting materials using rolling carts
- setting up and breaking down table displays and materials
- engaging with students in busy campus environments
Appropriate accommodations will be made on an individual basis to support access to the role.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.
EEO Statement
Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.
Hourly Rate $15.00
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number Stu05719P Open Date Close Date 10/31/2026 Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants
For additional information about this position or for a status update of your application, please contact:
Debbie Drago
ddrago@bridgew.edu
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Are you a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student enrolled in a degree program registered for at least six credits?
Yes
No
- Work Study is a requirement for this position. Students who meet certain financial criteria may be awarded Work Study through financial aid. Have you been awarded Work Study as part of your financial aid package?
Yes
No
- Please provide the dollar amount of your Work Study award. This information is available in your financial aid package. If you need to verify, please contact your Financial Aid Counselor or the Financial Aid Office at 508-531-1341 or finaid@bridgew.edu
(Open Ended Question)
- Are you available to work weekends?
Yes
No
- Are you available to work in the evenings (4pm-9 pm)?
(Open Ended Question)
- Please provide the days and hours you would be available to work. Hours must be outside of your scheduled class times.
(Open Ended Question)
- Have you ever worked on campus before?
- Yes
- No
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Class Schedule
Optional Documents