Save the Date! Bonner’s 2026 Summer Leadership Institute is heading to Rutgers University–New Brunswick! Join us from June 7-10 in New Brunswick, New Jersey, to engage with over 300 students, staff and administrators, faculty, community partners, alumni, national nonprofits, and graduate school partners across the Bonner Network.
Common Ground USA has open applications for their student journalism cohort as well as open registration for their Administrator Boot Camp. The Boot Camp is free program designed for Bonner staff and faculty to help higher education leaders navigate campus conflicts effectively. Participants will engage in six online sessions to develop skills in crisis de-escalation, collaborative conversation, and trust-building, with the goal of enhancing campus cohesion and resilience. The Student Journalism Cohort is a paid national fellowship for student journalists to humanize differences and highlight solutions to shared problems.
Wilkes University seeks a Bonner Leader Program Coordinator to lead and expand the four‑year civic‑engagement and leadership program for undergraduate students. The role involves chairing the Bonner Advisory Board, developing outreach and recruitment strategies, designing weekly educational sessions, and mentoring up to 40 Bonner Leaders while supporting additional university service initiatives.
The Princeton AlumniCorps Emerging Leaders (EL) program offers a transformative leadership development experience tailored for mid-career professionals in the nonprofit and public sectors, particularly benefiting individuals connected to the Bonner network. With a focus on shared values of service and civic leadership, the program provides participants with practical tools, a strong peer network, and opportunities to apply their learning through impactful Stretch Projects within their organizations.
City Teaching Alliance offers Bonners and Bonner alum the opportunity to transform urban classrooms through its Full-Time, Paid Teacher Pathway. Participants will gain hands-on teaching experience in high-need schools while receiving mentorship and pursuing a Master’s in Teaching, all while making a meaningful impact in their communities.
Stetson University is hiring two key positions within the Bonner Program: an Assistant Director to manage daily operations and enhance student learning through community engagement, and an Associate Director to oversee program and campus-wide excellence and partnerships. Both roles are aimed at fostering meaningful experiences for Bonner students and strengthening ties with community partners, with a start date of July 1, 2026.
The University of Mississippi is hiring an Assistant Director of Community Engagement – Community Partnerships, a position that will be crucial for promoting community outreach and cultivating partnerships. The successful candidate will work under the Center for Community Engagement, emphasizing collaboration and co-creation in community initiatives, with Bonner being a key figure in this dynamic team focused on enhancing community partnerships.
George Mason University is hiring a Program Manager for Engaged Learning to lead the Bonner Leader Program and support community and civic engagement initiatives. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work with students, community partners, and faculty to create transformational learning experiences.
The Community Foundation & United Way of Volusia-Flagler is currently hiring for two full-time positions in Daytona Beach, FL: Vice President of Development and Office Assistant, with a focus on candidates who can embody the organization's core competencies and contribute to its mission-driven environment.
Stetson University (DeLand, FL) is seeking an interim program director for their campus-based Bonner Program. This position will run from January to May 2026 and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. They are looking for someone with hands-on Bonner Program experience – perhaps a former Bonner coordinator, graduate assistant, or campus professional who has worked closely with a Bonner Program and understands its unique structure and philosophy.
The New Jersey Coalition to End Homelessness is seeking an AmeriCorps Program Manager to lead a groundbreaking initiative placing 12 AmeriCorps members at shelters statewide. This role offers the unique opportunity to design and manage a program that will transform shelter culture in New Jersey while serving as a national model. The ideal candidate will bring strong project management skills, grant experience, and a passion for creating meaningful change in the lives of people experiencing homelessness.
Macalester College is hiring a Department Coordinator in their Community Engagement Center. The Department coordinator plays a vital role in fostering partnerships between the college and the community while supporting high-impact programs, with a particular emphasis on collaboration with organizations like Bonner to enhance community engagement initiatives.
DART, a network of 28 grassroots organizations spanning 10 states, is hiring full-time Community Organizers who will empower people across diverse backgrounds to advocate for justice through affordable housing, criminal justice reform, and other crucial community issues. Currently hiring in St. Petersburg, FL, Charlottesville, VA, Lawrence, KS, and Lexington, KY.
Macalester College is seeking a Community Engagement Program Associate to join their collaborative team. This full-time position will administer the Lives of Commitment Program, strengthen local community-engaged partnerships, and support the Bonner Leaders Program. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of experience in community engagement and demonstrate a commitment to student development and social change.
Allegheny College is seeking an Assistant Director of Student & Community Outreach to join their Community Engagement team within the newly formed Office of Student and Community Development. This leadership position offers an exciting opportunity to oversee the Bonner Program and lead various community engagement initiatives.
The Bonner Foundation is seeking an inaugural Vice President of Operations and Strategic Initiatives to join their leadership team. This senior position will focus on strengthening operations, advancing initiatives, and building partnerships across the Bonner Network. The ideal candidate should be a strategic leader with strong experience in higher education and college access, particularly in service-based scholarship programs.
Washburn University's Aleshire Center for Leadership and Community Engagement is seeking an Associate Director of Community Engagement/Lecturer for a 12-month, non-tenure track position starting July 1, 2025. The role combines faculty responsibilities with administrative duties, primarily focusing on overseeing the Bonner Leader program, teaching in the Community Studies Minor, and coordinating the Civic and Community Engagement Washburn Transformational Experience program. The priority deadline for submitting materials is April 30.
DART (Direct Action & Training Center) is seeking full-time Community Organizers to empower communities in their fight for social justice. The organization focuses on training individuals of faith to build collective power and take direct action on critical issues like affordable housing, criminal justice reform, and public transportation. Successful candidates will join a network of passionate organizers who receive comprehensive training, competitive compensation, and the opportunity to make meaningful change in their communities. DART is hiring new organizers in cities across Florida, Virginia, Ohio, and Kansas. The position offers professional development, ongoing skill-building in community organizing, and nonprofit administration experience.
