Federal Work Study, Community Solutions

Opportunities & Benefits for the Community:

• One-on-One assistance trained student interns and work-study students
• Personalized support tailored to individual needs and questions
• Access to knowledgedable students from a variety of academic programs
• Technology help from students familia with current devices and applications
• Patient, hands-on-learning in a confortabtale environment
• Increased access to college resources through student ambassadors
• Meaningful relationships between community members and college students
• Intergenerational learning and knowledge sharing
• Friendly, approachable support without the intimidation of formal services
• Regular access to assestnce through weekly service hours

Participating Students Will:

• Gain real-world experience in their field of study
• Develop communication and leadershio skills
• Build professional networks
• Strengthen civic engagement
• Enhance career readiness through applied learning

• Help individuals locate housing resources
• Connect families with food pantries and clothing assistance
• Assist with utility assistance applications
• Help people apply for Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, and other benefits
• Provide referrals for mental health and substance abuse services
• Create and distribute resource guide
• Promote self-care strategies
• Connecting individuals to workforce resources
• Conduct resource outreach opportunities
• Help connect individuals with shelters
• Assist with housing applications

• Troubleshoot computers and laptops
• Remove malware and viruses
• Install software updates
• Set up printers and scanners
• Assist with email issues
• Recover forgotten passwords (following policies)
• Optimize slow computers
• Perform basic computer maintenance

Offer free or low-cost "Tech Help Days" where residents can receive assistance with:

• Smartphones
• Tablets
• Laptops
• Smart TVs
• Wi-Fi connections
• Software updates
• Device setup
• Data backup

Offering workshops covering:

• Password safety
• Email scams
• Identity theft prevention
• Online banking safety
• Social media privacy
• Safe internet practices
• Multi-factor authentication
• Data protection

• Smartphone basics
• Text messaging
• FaceTime and Zoom
• Online banking safety
• Prescription refill apps
• Telehealth appointments
• Social media basics
• Digital photo management

• Must have a high school diploma or GED

• Applicants must be current Ivy Tech student 

• Must be enrolled in at least 6 credit hours at the Valparaiso or Michigan City locations

• Must have a current FAFSA on file

• Must be making satisfactory Academic Progress as determined by the financial aid office

• Must have financial need as determined by the Financial Aid office

All applicants will be reviewed by the campus Financial Aid department contacted about openings if they meet the requirements. 

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.