First To Go Internship 2023-2024

Who are First To Go Trailblazers?

First To Go Trailblazers are a group of paid undergraduate/graduate student interns who serve as ambassadors on behalf of First To Go (F2G). Trailblazers engage with first-gen students by executing and participating in campus events, advocating in the interest of first-gen students, and collaborating with campus partners to enhance the overall experience of all first-gen students. In doing so, the F2G Trailblazers aim to build community and connect first-gen students to UCLA resources.

During the academic year we have the following positions:

2 Social Media/Design Specialists (*must submit sample/portfolio of previous graphic design work)
1 Graduate Mentorship Specialist
1 Mentorship Specialist (will work closely with Graduate intern)
1 Academic Specialist
1 Career/Graduation Specialist

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Design flyers, social media content, and website graphics for the First To Go office
Manage and post on the First To Go social media pages and newsletter weekly
Create digital resources (student handbooks, resources, guides, etc.) as needed by the entire First To Go Team
Elevate the First To Go brand by creating fresh graphics for signature events/programs
Must be willing and open to collaborating and supporting other specialties through departmental outreach, event planning, etc.
Represent First To Go at student events
*Must submit sample of past design/graphic design work

Oversee all functions and activities of the mentorship program, manage its expansion as needed, and lead monthly meetings
Be the point of contact for all mentors/mentee by answering inquiries and troubleshooting
Support the Graduate Intern to create exclusive events/excursions for the program
Create digital resources for mentors/mentees
Partner with campus stakeholders to set up networking opportunities for mentors/mentees
Must be willing and open to collaborating and supporting other specialties through departmental outreach, event planning, etc.
Represent First To Go at student events

Develop programming around career exploration and readiness
Serve as liaison between F2G and the Career Center to streamline resources/communication
Coordinate events related to Commencement for undergraduate and graduate students
Create resources for students to prepare for graduation
Work with the Academic Specialist to collaborate with campus partners such as the Transfer Student Center, Bruin Commuter Hub, and other organizations/departments to build the first-gen community through large and small scale events
Work with Academic Specialist to expand the First-Gen Faculty directory and renovate the website by including relevant career resources
Represent First To Go at student events

Collaborate with the College Academic Counseling (CAC) and the Academic Advising Program (AAP) to put on programs and workshops related to academic success
Manage all communication and events related to studying abroad
Host office hours for students and refer them to appropriate offices/resources as needed
Work with the Career/Graduation Specialist to collaborate with campus partners
Work on expanding the First-Gen Faculty directory and renovate the website by including relevant academic resources
Assist the Mentorship Specialist by answering questions related to mentorship program, planning/hosting events for the mentorship program, and other assignments that the Mentorship Specialist may need help with
Represent First To Go at student events

*Note the hiring timeline for our graduate intern may vary from our undergraduate hiring timeline.

If you have any more questions, please email firsttogo@orl.ucla.edu