Jobs

The staff of the Nyumburu Cultural Center actively recruits student assistants for a limited number of part-time student positions. These student employment opportunities are available within the Nyumburu Cultural Center and position availability is based on current openings, and the qualifications of the student for the position. These competitive hourly positions can be applied for by speaking to a Nyumburu Cultural Staff Member, scheduling an interview, and submitting a resume. The specific Student Job Titles are the following: Student Programming Assistant, Facility Management Assistant, Technological Support Assistant, Administrative Support Assistant, and Research Assistant. For additional information, telephone (301) 314-7759 or (301) 314-7760.

The Nyumburu Cultural Center offers employment opportunities through the Federwal Work-Study Program (FWS) at the University of Maryland. FWS is a federally funded employment program available to both undergraduate and graduate students who exhibit financial need. The FWS Program is designed to assist students with meeting their educational and living expenses through part-time employment.

To be considered for FWS, you must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and demonstrate financial need. Funds are limited and not all students who apply and are eligible will receive a FWS award. Requirements and details about the Federal Work Study Program can be obtained from the following web site, https://financialaid.umd.edu/fws/index.html