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Why volunteer or participate in work-study through the OCCE?

You can:

  • Give back to the community.
  • Make a difference.
  • Provide support to children and youth. 
  • Improve leadership and communication skills.
  • Explore possible career paths.
  • Enrich your academic experience through service.
  • Add to your resume.
  • Have fun!

As a UNE student, you would be dedicating up to 12 hours per week at one of our partner sites.

Interested? Here’s what to do next… 

  • Decide which service opportunity is right for you.
  • Fill out application material for that program.
  • Make an appointment to interview with the Coordinator of that program.
  • Attend a mandatory two-hour training session before mentoring or tutoring begins. The Program Coordinator will contact you with details regarding day, time and location for training.
  • Attend a mandatory onsite orientation session with the Site Coordinator.
  • If necessary, complete a background check as required by your tutoring or mentoring site.

The OCCE staff looks forward to meeting you!