Belmont Formation Collaborative - Formation Apprentice

The Formation Apprenticeship is a meaningful on-campus role for students who want to grow as leaders while helping others do the same. As part of the Belmont Formation Collaborative (BFC), Formation Apprentices support programs and initiatives that strengthen character, leadership, and purpose across campus. Through five areas of emphasis—operations, communications, research, professional development, and peer facilitation—apprentices gain real-world experience, build professional skills, and make a tangible impact on campus culture. Whether helping run events, sharing research, or leading character workshops, apprentices play a key role in shaping a community where students can flourish, living with integrity, purpose, and courage. The BFC consists of nine interdisciplinary units whose work seeks to promote an enduring culture of whole-person formation in every element of the Belmont experience. These units include the BELL Core (General Education), Community-Engaged Learning Service (CELS), Employee Leadership Development (ELD), Formation Initiatives, Formation Research, Health Wellness, Interprofessional Education, Spiritual Formation, and the Teaching Center. Apprentices may work more closely with one unit based on strengths and interests. Regardless of unit assignment, all apprentices will engage in the following domains: Operations: Serve as generalists for all BFC units performing routine, entry-level tasks (e.g., WELL Core credit processing, Service Wellness validation). Help plan, execute, and follow up on unit-specific events, workshops, and meetings including setup, teardown, hospitality, and material distribution. Maintain shared spaces, supplies, and equipment used by the BFC team. Character Strength Facilitation: Complete curriculum in character strength interventions and lead workshops for peers in one-on-one, group, classroom, or student organization settings. Professional Development: Participate in team meetings, trainings, and reflection activities to build skills, track growth, and connect your personal development to the mission of the BFC. Communications: Help manage the inbox and promote programs through BFC newsletter, campus event boards, digital signage, and social media. Research: Assist with program assessment and conduct research on best practices in character formation, leadership, and student flourishing. Present key findings in accessible formats like slide decks, summaries, or internal reports.