LEDA is Hiring for Summer Institute! We have positions for college students, recent grads, and professionals in education and healthcare. Please explore them below. All positions give preference to qualified members of the LEDA Community, but are also open to candidates outside the LEDA Community, so please do share with your networks! We hope you’ll consider joining the dedicated team that creates an unforgettable experience for LEDA Scholars.
About LEDA Leadership Enterprise for a Diverse America – LEDA – was founded in 2003 by Gary Simons, founder of New York City’s highly regarded Prep for Prep program. It is now the preeminent national nonprofit organization dedicated to diversifying the national leadership pipeline by helping high-achieving students from under-resourced backgrounds gain admission to our nation’s most selective colleges and supporting their success at these institutions.
Gain Experience as a Student Staff Member: Priority Deadline: January 16 (Applications are still open)
Do you love programming, community building & mentorship? Apply to be a Resident Mentor Great position for college students and recent alums!
Do you love event planning, problem solving, constant activity, and making sure that things run smoothly? Apply to be a Community Assistant Great position for first-year college students!
Aspects of Leadership Facilitator Lead discussion sessions and leadership workshops exploring contemporary social issues with our student leaders from across the country. Current graduate students with college teaching experience are encouraged to apply. Learn More
Writing Instructor LEDA Writing Instructors teach college-level academic writing to small classes of LEDA Scholars and also support with college application essays throughout the fall. We look for current graduate students with experience teaching college composition. Learn More
Join the Summer Institute Leadership TeamPriority Deadline: January 23
Assistant Residence DirectorProvide supervision and support for LEDA Scholars and the Resident Mentor team. Help to plan community building programs and instill the Core Values of Excellence, Integrity, Compassion, and Community. Learn more
Summer Operations Manager Lead the team that makes Summer Institute run smoothly by planning events, managing supplies and logistics, and coordinating with Princeton’s Conference Services team. Great professional experience. Learn more
Support Scholar Health and WellnessPriority Deadline: January 23
Health Director/Assistant Health Director Help keep LEDA Scholars healthy during summer institute by managing medications and first aid, training residential staff on best practices, and liaising with University Health Services and local healthcare providers as needed. Learn more about the Health Director role.Learn about the Assistant Health Director. Certified healthcare providers (e.g. NP, LPN, RN, EMT) are encouraged to apply.
By Vanessa Jimenez
Vanessa JimenezSTEM Coordinator of Student Engagement and Industrial Outreach
Do you love programming, community building & mentorship? Apply to be a Resident Mentor Great position for college students and recent alums!
Do you love event planning, problem solving, constant activity, and making sure that things run smoothly? Apply to be a Community Assistant Great position for first-year college students! 
