Student Onboarding

We have mapped our volunteer roles directly to the requirements for high-level public and private sector careers:

• Federal & State Competitiveness: Gain the "pro-social service" experience required for GS-level federal roles and state government positions.

• Professional Credentials: Fulfill your requirements for BCI/FBI background history, practicum credits, or clinical observation hours.

• Portfolio Building: Real-world applications for your skills, from behavioral health intervention to graphic design and marketing.

• The "Near-Peer" Advantage: Develop leadership and de-escalation skills that are highly valued by law enforcement and educational employers.

Real‑world experience that aligns with your major  

Our program is intentionally designed to support your academic and career goals, echoing the site’s emphasis on strategic pathways to employment .

• Documented field hours

• Professional references

• Hands‑on mentoring & tutoring

• Emotional support training

• Leadership development

• Opportunities to serve in schools, community centers, and family programs

Education Majors

• Classroom support

• Small‑group tutoring

• Behavior and engagement strategies

• Exposure to real school environments

Social Work / Psychology / Human Services'

• Mentorship and emotional support

• Family engagement

• Trauma‑informed communication

• Case‑note style documentation

Public Health / Nursing

• Youth wellness support

• Community health education

• Social determinants of health exposure

• Program implementation

Criminal Justice / Public Administration

• Youth diversion support

• Community‑based intervention experience

• Policy‑aligned service hours

• Exposure to nonprofit operations

Creative Arts / Media / Communications

• Content creation for youth programs

• Storytelling and digital media

• Community campaign support

• Visual design for outreach

• Sinclair College

• Wright State University (including Lake Campus)

• University of Dayton

• Kettering College

• The Modern College of Design

These steps align with the onboarding expectations already listed on the site (Confidentiality Agreement, Background Checks) .

1. Submit the Mentoring Internship Application

2. Complete a Background Check (if placed in a school)

3. Sign the Confidentiality Agreement

4. Attend a Virtual Orientation

5. Receive Your Campus or Community Placement

6. Begin Mentoring & Tutoring Hours

A typical college mentor schedule:

• 2–6 hours per week

• One‑on‑one or small‑group tutoring

• Emotional support check‑ins

• Classroom or after‑school support

• Optional weekend community events

• Monthly professional development

Your service directly supports the mission highlighted on your site:

“Strengthening Ohio’s youth through mentorship, emotional support, and family connection.”

You’ll graduate with:

• Verified service hours

• A professional reference

• Experience aligned with your major

• A résumé that stands out

• A network of nonprofit and school partners

[Apply for a Mentoring Internship]  

[Download the 2026 Strategic Plan for Students]