POSITION: Waters Intern - University Ministry Center Student Worker

DEPARTMENT: University Ministry

REPORTS TO: Assistant Director, University Ministry

HOURS NEEDED PER WEEK: 10

HOURLY RATE: $15.00

DATES OF EMPLOYMENT (APPROXIMATE): August 17, 2026 – May 7, 2027

EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL DOMINICAN EMPLOYEES:

To support the University's mission of preparing students to pursue truth, to give compassionate service, and to participate in the creation of a more just and humane world.

JOB COMPONENTS/PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work collaboratively with other University Ministry student leaders to help shape an inclusive environment in the University Ministry Center through presence, care for the physical space, office duties, and design and facilitation of programs and events.
Work to infuse a spirit of prayer, contemplation, hospitality, community-building, and service into campus culture by actively supporting the initiatives of University Ministry. These include but are not limited to:
- Service and justice opportunities
- Retreats and vocational events
- Prayer and liturgical moments
- Cultural celebrations
- Small faith sharing communities & affinity groups
- Interfaith events and programs
- Peer ministry and general support for the spiritual life of the Dominican student body
Actively engage in campus-wide outreach. This may include but is not limited to: hospitality and presence in the ministry center, hosting outreach and community building events (i.e. Bagel Day, tabling events), and supporting liturgical and cultural celebrations.
Strategize creative ways to create connections and facilitate belonging on campus. Interns will be responsible for regularly engaging with other DU community members to listen for the needs and opportunities within the community.
Serve as a liaison and support role for student volunteers of the University Ministry Center.
Design, create, and manage content for social media (Instagram) and other print and digital promotion in a way that communicates clearly the values of University Ministry.
Attend all orientations, team meetings, weekly Theological Reflection sessions, team retreats, and other formation events and meetings as required.
Interns will be assigned a specific ministry area and will work closely with a staff coordinator on projects and tasks related to the assigned ministry area.
Assist with university-wide collaborations as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.

BASIC COMPETENCIES: (Required knowledge, skills, abilities)

Demonstrated commitment to the work of University Ministry and desire to share in the mission and goals of the University Ministry Center.
Demonstrated skills for hospitality, building community, engaging peers, and shaping environments for reflection, service experiences and/or justice-focused actions.
Capacity to cultivate safe and inclusive spaces for all community members.
A “self-starter,” willing to take initiative, work independently, and be dependable.
Proactive time management skills and prioritization of schedules and commitments
Strong written and verbal communication skills and organizational abilities.
Comfortable working in sacred/faith-based spaces.
An ability to respect confidential information.
Effective use of technology in a professional setting, especially with Microsoft Office and Canva.

University Ministry welcomes you to explore the big questions of life in a diverse community. We deepen and nurture our spiritual roots as we explore our callings in the service of the common good. We learn from one another as we cultivate inclusive spaces that celebrate the intersection of faith, culture, and justice. As a Catholic University founded by the Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa, we live out our motto of Caritas et Veritas (Love and Truth) and aim to create a more just and humane world in all that we do. We are committed to interfaith dialogue and journeying together with community members of all faith traditions and backgrounds.

Wherever you are on your journey, you are welcome because of all that you are!

University Ministry offers many opportunities and resources to get involved as together we live out our four Dominican pillars—Community, Service, Study and Prayer/Contemplation.

Vision of the University Ministry Center

University Ministry aspires to the following values in every aspect of daily living with the students, faculty, and staff of Dominican University:

• We are a community of radical hospitality that fosters belonging.

• We honor and cultivate the rhythm of contemplation and action.

• We do theology, ministry, and formation that centers social location—cultures, faith traditions and human development.

• We are called to interfaith dialogue and action because we are a Catholic, Dominican community.

• We witness and celebrate the places where God's right relationship, or justice, emerges and we commit ourselves to bringing about that same justice in daily life.

Questions for the Cover Letter:

Please make sure the address the following questions within your cover letter:

1. Why are you interested in serving as a Waters Intern in University Ministry?

2. What skills, knowledge and experiences would you bring as a student leader in the University Ministry Center?

3. What part(s) of the mission and vision of University Ministry most stand out to you? As an intern, how would you see yourself participating and contributing to the mission and vision of University Ministry?