Social
Concerns
Summer Fellowship
Project 180 Sarasota Inc.
Volunteer Non US Citizen
Yes
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Location Details
Description
Project 180 helps formerly incarcerated citizens successfully rebuild their lives and reintegrate into the community. Through housing, life skills education, financial literacy training, and supportive services, we work to reduce recidivism and promote stability, independence, and hope.
Student Role
At Project 180, the Notre Dame Social Concerns Summer Fellow will play an active, relational role supporting individuals in our residential and community-based programs as they rebuild their lives after incarceration. The fellow will spend the majority of their time engaging directly with residents and participants in our First Week Out program facilitating small-group discussions, assisting with life-skills and goal-setting activities, helping residents access community resources, and participating in workshops focused on wellness, employment readiness, and reentry success. The student will have daily opportunities to listen, learn, and build meaningful connections through conversations that foster dignity, self-determination, and hope. In addition to these person-centered interactions, the fellow will dedicate up to 8–10 hours per week to independent tasks such as assisting with research and evaluation projects, preparing educational materials, documenting program insights, and helping organize community events. Students with particular interests in education, reentry, mental health, or social research may tailor their focus accordingly, but all will gain hands-on experience in holistic, recovery-based, and community-driven service.
Work Schedule
Work hours are flexible. Typical schedule is Monday – Friday: 9am – 4pm *Student would have free time most evenings and weekends.
Orientation
We have an existing orientation program, originally designed for Board members and new hires, that we can customize for the student. I plan to hold weekly one-on-one meetings to answer questions and provide guidance. Additionally, the student will have access to our weekly staff meetings, and I am in the office daily, ensuring I am readily available for support.
Drivers License
No
Student Preferences
We welcome students from all backgrounds and disciplines to partner with us! For a student joining Project 180, flexibility and adaptability are key, as the work requires responding to the varying needs of residents and program participants. Strong interpersonal and relational skills, including active listening and empathy, are essential for building trust with residents. Independence and initiative are helpful, particularly for managing small research projects, preparing materials, or conducting interviews. Academic interests in social work, criminal justice, psychology, public policy, or education would align well with our programs, and skills in public speaking, writing, research, and basic technological proficiency (e.g., spreadsheets, data entry, virtual meeting platforms) would enhance their ability to contribute to program evaluation, workshops, and community engagement activities.
Start And End Dates
Eight consecutive weeks between May 17 and August 16, 2026