Local Job with Sign-It Quick

Looking for a job? Come join the team at Sign It Quick, Inc. where we have been producing signs for the Lowcountry for years.

Sign In: The opportunity involves helping to produce a variety of signs, from the order taking to assisting in producing the graphic proof to running the vinyl layout machine, preparing the substrate and putting the sign together and laminating. This is a full-time position, though we would consider several part-time applicants as well.

Plus Sign: Benefits include fast-paced enjoyable environment with the potential for hands-on marketing experience.

Call Sign: If interested, call Frank AuCoin for all the details. 843-324-2929 after 8:30am.

Apply today to become an American Cancer Society CARES Clinic Volunteer

The American Cancer Society (ACS) is seeking CofC students to assist with a pilot cancer navigation support program, ACS CARES (Community Access to Resources, Education, and Support).

The program: A multi-channel approach that leverages digital, telephonic, and in-person support to provide direct, individualized, non-clinical assistance to improve the cancer experience. Students will provide people with cancer and caregivers non-clinical navigation support throughout the cancer journey.

Benefits: Work directly with a healthcare team, gain clinical hours, and positively impact the experience of a patient going through cancer treatment.

Timeline: Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the five CofC spots are filled. The program begins in September and lasts through the Spring ’24 semester.

Interested? Read below for more details, and then email ACSCARES@cancer.org for more info.

Program Overview

For nearly 30 years, ACS has viewed patient navigation as a critical strategy in reducing health disparities across the cancer continuum, with demonstrated effectiveness at removing barriers and increasing access to care through the provision of coordinated, patient-centered support.

With over 1.9M people diagnosed with cancer annually, the goal of the American Cancer Society Navigation Support Program is to provide people with cancer and caregivers direct, individualized, in-person non-clinical navigation assistance that delivers timely information to reduce distress, resources to mitigate barriers to care, and emotional support to improve the cancer experience.

ACS is looking to recruit college/graduate students to become ACS CARES: Clinic Volunteers at nearby participating health systems to provide people with cancer and caregivers non-clinical navigation support throughout the cancer journey. ACS will provide the Clinic Volunteers with support (including continuing education and technical assistance), and data collection tools to maximize project outcomes.

ACS CARES: Clinic Volunteer Role

ACS CARES: Clinic Volunteers are college/graduate students who are ACS-trained to provide people with cancer and caregivers direct, individualized, non-clinical navigation assistance throughout the cancer journey. These volunteers will be placed at health systems and will:

  • Meet with patients and/or caregivers while they are waiting for their appointment or during chemotherapy infusions Utilize the validated NCCN-based ACS social determinants of health needs assessment and distress screening tool to identify and document concerns and barriers to care in a secure platform (NurseNav)
  • Assist patients and/or caregivers draft questions to discuss with their provider Take notes for patients during clinic appointments
  • Conduct follow-up calls to assist patients and/or caregivers in accessing ACS and health care system information and resources
  • Does NOT include accessing or documenting in the health care system EMR

Volunteer Benefits

  • Time spent will count towards clinical hours
  • Course credit may be available (to be determined on a case-by-case basis)
  • Receive specialized navigation support training, including patient privacy, how to function in the health care setting, and coordinating with professional navigators
  • Have dedicated ACS staff members to field questions and provide support

Volunteer Requirements

  • One year commitment is required (academic school year) Must be available for one 4-hour shift per week
  • Additional time commitment should be allotted for volunteer meetings and continued training/education Ages 18 and up
  • Actively enrolled as a student at the partnering college/university Comfortable using technology
  • Access to a computer with reliable internet access Pass background check
  • Complete application, interview, and required ACS training plus fulfill continued learning requirements throughout volunteer term
  • Must comply with hospital-based training and health requirements (i.e., on-site training, vaccination requirements, etc.)

Training

ACS CARES Clinic Volunteers will work directly with patients, caregivers, and providers, and thus are in close contact with patient health information. Extensive training will be provided to ensure you feel comfortable and prepared to perform this role. The self-paced training curriculum is to be completed virtually over the summer prior to beginning in the clinic. There will also be one full day of in-person training which will likely occur during syllabus week. Continuing education will be provided during division meetings throughout the semester.

How to Apply

  1. Visit the ACS Volunteer Community page and select the pilot site you are interested in applying
  2. You will be prompted to complete a Volunteer Community
  3. After creating your profile, you will be able to access the
  4. Submit your application as soon as
  5. Qualified applicants will be invited to participate in virtual

Please note: The application evaluation and interview process is on a rolling timeline.

Leadership Positions

Leadership opportunities will be available for experienced volunteers after the 2023-24 pilot year of the ACS CARES program concludes. These positions will work closely with ACS CARES staff to recruit, select, and manage new clinic volunteers, and facilitate communication with health care providers to expand the ACS CARES program to new clinic locations. Applications for these leadership positions will open in the spring of 2024.

Questions? Email A CSCARES@cancer.org.

FT Entry Level Bookkeeper Position with Local Logistics Company

PFP Logistics is hiring a full-time Bookkeeper right here in Charleston!

The Role: Undertake all aspects of financial management, including accounting, regulatory and financial reporting, budget and forecast preparation, and the development of internal control policies and procedures with company leadership.

  • Growth potential: There’s potential for the role to eventually grow into a controller position.

Great Fit For: Graduating seniors in Accounting / Finance / Economics

CofC Connection: Contact McKinley Pollard ’22 (mpollard@pfplogistics.com) to learn more about the position and the work culture.

How to Apply: On Handshake.

MUSC Neuroscience Research Internship for Underrepresented Students

The MINDS (MUSC Internship in Neuroscience for Diverse Scholars) is a brand new neuroscience research internship for undergraduate students.

The Opportunity: Interns will work directly with their faculty mentor to develop and carry out an independent research project in their mentor’s lab.

  • Interns will receive guidance on creating Individual Development Plans, crafting curriculum vitae, personal statements for graduate school applications, and will have opportunities to present their research
  • The program is a paid internship ($17/hour, 40 hours per week over the summer and part-time, 10-15 hours per week during the school year)

Great Fit For: Pre-Health / Individuals from populations underrepresented in neuroscience or from disadvantaged backgrounds are particularly encouraged to apply.

How to Apply: Check out the online application for more details; applications and will be reviewed on a rolling basis with our first class of interns starting on June 1.

Community Engaged Internship Program for Summer 2023 with SC Sea Grant Consortium

The S.C. Sea Grant Consortium is now accepting applications for the Community Engaged Internship (CEI) Program for Summer 2023!

The Opportunity: This is a PAID summer internship program for undergraduate students from undeserved communities to conduct summer community-based projects that focus on community environmental and resilience needs.

Community Engaged Internship Projects for Summer 2023 include:

How to Apply: Application information is available online; applications are due May 2, 2023.

FT Job: Project Manager with the Coastal Conservation League

The Coastal Conservation League is hiring a FT Project Manager for work here in the Charleston area.

The Position: Help to resolve issues related to land use and natural resources in the lowcountry. This advocacy role includes…

  • Grassroots organizing, relationship and coalition building
  • Communication with community leaders and partners
  • Engaging with the media, and policy analysis and interpretation
  • Attend public meetings and hearings to gather information

Great Fit For: A graduating senior looking to try out a career in conservation and/or community advocacy.

How to Apply: Review the job posting for more details. There’s an Honors connection at the organization, so if you’re interested contact plasmatinc@cofc.edu for a direct connect.

Internships available with the Public Works Arts Center

The Public Works Art Center has two summer internships available for students for Summer 2023: an Arts Administration Intern and a Programming Director Intern. Learn more about the positions below:

As an arts administration intern at Public Works Art Center, you will have the opportunity to assist with many facets of the organization including nonprofit management, exhibition installation, event facilitation, and much more!

Responsibilities include:

  • Assisting with space maintenance and installation prep
  • Greeting and engaging with gallery visitors
  • Processing sales of art work and gift shop items
  • Updating and managing databases
  • Assisting with record keeping (related to grant documentation) 
  • Formatting and tracking press items (exhibition postcards, press releases, signage) 
  • Providing assistance at exhibition openings and events
  • Website and social media updating
  • Assisting Public Works Art Center’s Executive Director


Requirements:

  • Studio Art, Art History, Arts Administration, Nonprofit Management, or Arts Management majors preferred
  • Proficiency in Google suite (sheets, docs, forms, etc)
  • Strong communication skills
  • Keen attention to detail
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Positive attitude
  • Passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion 

As a programming and events intern at Public Works Art Center, you will have the opportunity to assist with many facets of the organization including class and camp implementation for children and adults, event facilitation, and much more.

Responsibilities include:

  • Assisting Programming Director with the shaping of our fall and winter programming
  • Assisting with record keeping
  • Assisting with grant management
  • Website and social media updating to promote classes and events
  • Purchasing supplies for classes and camps
  • Assisting with duties related to event rentals- communication, contracts, tours, etc.
  • Assisting with special events to possibly include artist receptions, 
  • Greeting and engaging with gallery visitors
  • Processing sales of art work and gift shop items


Requirements:

  • Studio Art, Art History, Arts Administration, Nonprofit Management, Education, or Arts Management majors preferred
  • Proficiency in Google Docs/Sheets required; graphic design experience preferred
  • Strong communication skills
  • Keen attention to detail
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Positive attitude
  • Self starter, takes initiative
  • Passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion

Learn more about both opportunities here!

Rev Up SC 2023

Looking for a career in STEM? Rev Up SC is dedicated to connecting STEM students to their future careers.

Rev Up SC participants are connected with…

  • Access to mentorship, networking, and internship opportunities from top employers in our state, including employer sponsors BMW, Fastenal, Milliken, & Blue Cross Blue Shield!
  • The chance to earn a $1,000, $2,000, or even $3,000 stipend to put toward cost-of-living expenses so that you can enjoy an amazing internship next year!
  • Top-notch career and professional readiness training to become more competitive in the job market.
  • Chance to be recognized at a state-wide award ceremony!

All rising junior/senior STEM majors are encouraged to apply.

Learn more about Rev Up SC and apply here!