Opportunities From: Drexel Galaxy

Volunteer: Peer Mentor - Fall Q'25 | Wednesdays | any 1-hour slot from 8am - 2pm

Become a Peer Mentor for Project Career Launch

Project Career Launch is a one-year transition program in partnership with the Philadelphia School District and Community Integrated Services. The program supports young adults on the autism spectrum in preparing for employment and independent living.


As a Peer Mentor, you will work one-on-one with a student, building an ongoing supportive relationship face-to-face for 1–2 hours per week.

Peer Mentor Responsibilities:

Participate in scheduled program activities and assignments

Assist students in developing skills for success in college, career, and daily life

Learn strategies to effectively support young adults with autism

Help students set and achieve personal and professional goals

Attend mandatory training, meetings, and program events


Qualifications:

Drexel University student in good academic standing

Ability to commit to at least two consecutive terms (preferred), for a minimum of 1 hour per week

Demonstrated emotional maturity and reliability

Positive role model with patience and flexibility

Respectful of individual differences

Willing to complete required training and attend program meetings/events

Clearances as required

Winter Quarter 2024 Schedule:

Wednesdays – select one-hour time slot between 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Must be available to volunteer 1–2 hours per week, face-to-face

Location:

Main Campus, University City

Organization: Transition Pathways at A.J. Drexel Autism Institute

Become a Peer Mentor for Project Career Launch

Project Career Launch is a one-year transition program in partnership with the Philadelphia School District and Community Integrated Services. The program supports young adults on the autism spectrum in preparing for employment and independent living.


As a Peer Mentor, you will work one-on-one with a student, building an ongoing supportive relationship face-to-face for 1–2 hours per week.

Peer Mentor Responsibilities:

Participate in scheduled program activities and assignments

Assist students in developing skills for success in college, career, and daily life

Learn strategies to effectively support young adults with autism

Help students set and achieve personal and professional goals

Attend mandatory training, meetings, and program events


Qualifications:

Drexel University student in good academic standing

Ability to commit to at least two consecutive terms (preferred), for a minimum of 1 hour per week

Demonstrated emotional maturity and reliability

Positive role model with patience and flexibility

Respectful of individual differences

Willing to complete required training and attend program meetings/events

Clearances as required

Winter Quarter 2024 Schedule:

Wednesdays – select one-hour time slot between 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Must be available to volunteer 1–2 hours per week, face-to-face

Location:

Main Campus, University City

Organization: Transition Pathways at A.J. Drexel Autism Institute

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 19104

Allow Groups: No


Volunteer: Project SEARCH - Peer Mentor | Accepting Now

BECOME A PEER MENTOR FOR PROJECT SEARCH !


School-to-Work Transition Program for young adults with autism.

What is Project SEARCH:

Project SEARCH at Drexel University offers vocational training and internships to young adults diagnosed with autism and an intellectual disability with the goal of competitive integrated employment. As part of the program, peer mentors support students in working towards their goals and help develop skills needed for a job setting.

Mentor Will:

Participate from October 2023 - May 2024 Support young adults with autism for a minimum of 2 hours a month Thursdays (biweekly) 2:00 – 2:45pm Participate in scheduled activities with Project SEARCH interns on Drexel campus Learn strategies to best support young adults on the autism spectrum

 

Project SEARCH at Drexel is an initiative of Transition Pathways of the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

Elena Marta, Program Manager | emarta@drexel.edu
https://drexel.edu/autisminstitute/community-projects/Transition-Pathways/

https://drexel.edu/autisminstitute/community-projects/Transition-Pathways/Project-SEARCH/

 

Organization: Transition Pathways at A.J. Drexel Autism Institute

BECOME A PEER MENTOR FOR PROJECT SEARCH !


School-to-Work Transition Program for young adults with autism.

What is Project SEARCH:

Project SEARCH at Drexel University offers vocational training and internships to young adults diagnosed with autism and an intellectual disability with the goal of competitive integrated employment. As part of the program, peer mentors support students in working towards their goals and help develop skills needed for a job setting.

Mentor Will:

Participate from October 2023 - May 2024 Support young adults with autism for a minimum of 2 hours a month Thursdays (biweekly) 2:00 – 2:45pm Participate in scheduled activities with Project SEARCH interns on Drexel campus Learn strategies to best support young adults on the autism spectrum

 

Project SEARCH at Drexel is an initiative of Transition Pathways of the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

Elena Marta, Program Manager | emarta@drexel.edu
https://drexel.edu/autisminstitute/community-projects/Transition-Pathways/

https://drexel.edu/autisminstitute/community-projects/Transition-Pathways/Project-SEARCH/

 

Organization: Transition Pathways at A.J. Drexel Autism Institute

Opportunity Type: Volunteer

Date: Is Ongoing

Zip Code: 19104

Allow Groups: No