The Presidential Engagement Fellow in the Office of the President will gain exposure to strategic decision-making and leadership development at the highest levels of the institution. In this role, the fellow will actively engage with university leadership, participate in high-level committees and represent the Office of the President at campus-wide events. This diverse portfolio of work will allow the fellow to gain a deep understanding of university administration and governance as well as explore their career interests through work critical to the university's mission.

The Presidential Engagement Fellow in the Vice President's Student Affairs office, will play a crucial role in enhancing student engagement through leadership development initiatives for students and staff (cohort experience). The fellow will have the opportunity to (and be encouraged) to meet and shadow each Vice President for Student Affairs (VPSA) Leadership Team member. With this, the fellow will be invited to the VPSA Leadership Team briefing, tactical and strategic meetings. They will play a key role in these spaces and will have opportunities to both participate and facilitate. These experiences will allow the fellow an inside look at the leadership team and inner operations of Student Affairs. The fellow will be encouraged to be involved in committee and council work both as a facilitator and contributing member.

The Presidential Engagement Fellow in the Madison Center will serve as the lead for the Center's communication and media efforts. The fellow will lead and provide oversight to a team of undergraduate students in developing and executing a comprehensive strategy that shares the compelling story of the Madison Center. This includes providing leadership and supervision to the media team, directly creating and overseeing the creation of engaging promotional materials for events (flyers, posters, etc.), managing the Center's social media efforts, creating and editing videos, audio for podcasts, websites, coordinating with internal and external partners to promote our efforts, and developing new, innovative ways to share our work. The fellow will also participate in the life of the Madison Center, including being an integral part of our high-profile events like Constitution Day, Common Good in the Commonwealth speaker series, and Civics Education week.

The Presidential Engagement Fellow will work closely with CGE, university leadership, faculty, staff, and international partners to enhance JMU’s study abroad programs and support international recruitment efforts. The role focuses on International Partnerships and Recruitment and Study Abroad Programming. The fellow will assist with strategy development, outreach through webinars and virtual fairs, and partnership building with international universities and organizations. The fellow will lead re-entry programming initiatives, assist in developing a faculty toolkit, and conduct research on study abroad best practices. The fellow will also manage logistics for meetings and events, contribute to JMU’s marketing efforts, and may present at conferences or lead short-term programs. This role provides an opportunity to gain expertise in international higher education and demonstrate leadership in global initiatives.

The Office of Economic and Community Development is responsible for managing economic engagement between JMU and the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Presidential Engagement Fellow placed in this office will share in local civic engagement responsibilities. The fellow will plan, execute, and evaluate communication and outreach projects. This position offers hands-on experience for postgraduates interested in leadership and development roles as well as opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.

The Presidential Engagement Fellow in University Advancement’s Constituent Engagement (CE) unit will rotate through four departments: Alumni Relations, Annual Giving, Family Engagement, and Women for Madison, spending a few months with each. The fellow will engage in a variety of projects, collaborating with colleagues across these interconnected offices, which focus on enriching relationships with students, alumni, families, and other university supporters.

This fellowship provides opportunities to develop leadership, planning, and organizational skills, while gaining hands-on experience in event production, fundraising, and relationship-building. The fellow will contribute to meaningful projects and gain insight into a potential career path in higher education and advancement.

The Presidential Engagement Fellow within the Office of Creative Propulsion (OCP) will contribute to advancing the university’s mission of fostering creativity, interdisciplinary collaboration, and engagement. This fellow will play a vital role in designing and implementing community-engaged arts programs, including leading efforts to deliver accessible, impactful arts experiences through the ArtsMobile program and assisting with a new pilot teaching artist training program. The position provides hands-on leadership development by enabling the fellow to collaborate with faculty, students, and community partners while designing innovative, arts-centered initiatives. This role aligns with the university’s values of innovation, inclusion, and civic engagement by leveraging the arts to foster connections between the university and the broader community. It positions the fellow as a leader in advancing initiatives that blend creative expression with social impact while offering a transformative leadership experience that supports their professional development.

The Presidential Engagement Fellow will assist in strengthening and updating cultural awareness programs at the Institute for Innovation in Health and Human Services (IIHHS). The fellow will have the opportunity to work on a variety of initiatives, such as supporting clinical programs, enhancing communication about clinical services, and conducting community assessments. Previous fellows have contributed to projects such as extending Migrant Education services to non-English-speaking populations and conducting needs assessments for the Arabic-speaking community.

Fellows will be encouraged to explore IIHHS's diverse program offerings, identify areas of personal interest, and work with the Institute Director to tailor their scope of work. This role offers flexibility to focus on different aspects of health and human services, depending on the fellow's interests and expertise.