Engagement Associate at Hillel at the University of Vermont

The role

The Engagement Associate builds authentic relationships with Jewish students to support engagement with Jewish life, learning, and Israel. This person supports the planning and execution of programs, Shabbat dinners, and holiday celebrations.

What you will do

• Build authentic, ongoing relationships with Jewish students through one-on-one conversations, small group engagement, tabling, and presence at campus events.
• Meet students where they are socially, academically, and geographically across campus.
• Identify students to engage and help connect them to meaningful Jewish experiences.
• Follow up with students post-engagements to affirm relationships and Hillel connection.
• Support the planning, implementation, and execution of Shabbat dinners, holiday celebrations, immersive experiences, and small- to mid-scale programs.
• Collaborate with the Director of Student Engagement, other staff, and student leaders to develop creative initiatives.
• Assist with logistics, outreach, and follow-up to ensure programs are welcoming, well-run, and impactful.
• Serve as a positive and accessible Jewish role model.
• Support bridge-building and collaborative initiatives with campus partners.
• Track student interactions and program participation using Hillel engagement systems.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• Recent college graduates or graduating seniors, typically within 0–3 years of professional experience
• Demonstrated interest in student engagement, leadership development, and Jewish life
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Creativity, initiative, and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• Ability to work collaboratively while also taking ownership of projects and relationships
• Comfort working a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and Jewish holidays
• A valid driver's license

Benefits

• Intensive Jewish learning experiences
• Mentoring, career coaching, and professional competencies development
• A network of colleagues across the Hillel movement
• Domestic and international travel opportunities for training and professional development
• Professional development funds
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life, AD&D and Long Term Disability insurances
• Flexible Spending Plan
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Parental leave

About the company

Hillel at UVM was the recipient of Hillel International’s Great Place to Work Award in 2021. The organization engages students with a design-thinking methodology to discover new ideas and co-create initiatives.