[Job-Listings] Last Call GOLD STAR Staff application deadline 4/6
Jackson, Delores Nikki
njackson at nfb.org
Mon Apr 6 12:46:32 UTC 2026
Hello,
Please see info below regarding a great summer employment opportunity working with an amazing team. Please note that the deadline to submit applications is today.
Thanks,
Nikki
Gold STAR Staff Application Announcement
BISM Gold STAR Summer Program Staffing Position Open!
BISM is excited to continue the Gold STAR Program for Summer 2026!
This 4- week, fully residential program aims to prepare participants to enter the work force and gain hands on skills and experience. Students reside in apartment style housing with their Blind peers while working in a professional environment and receiving job readiness skills training from competent Blind professionals. The work experience provides students with a first-hand perspective of professional environments and the responsibilities that come with a career. The job readiness skills (i.e. Professionalism, Technology, Self-Advocacy, and Independent Living) introduce the students to a roadmap for professionalism and independence.
• Program location: Baltimore, Maryland (you do not need to reside in Maryland to apply as a staffer)
• Program Dates: July 11 to August 7, 2026 (including weekends)
• Staff Training: June 27 to July 1, 2026
• Pay for 4-week staffing: $3,000 to $3,500
As a Gold STAR Program Staffer, your role will be to serve as an instructor, leader, and mentor to the students. Applications should be submitted by April 6th, 2026. Interviews will be conducted via Zoom and are anticipated to take place in mid-April.
All offers of employment will be contingent upon a successful comprehensive background check.
You can find the position responsibilities and additional details in the application link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfO5_6wgx81Io6k3VGtVjvLlX_DpkrukHS9mYwFGdUkxWUS3g/viewform?usp=header<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfO5_6wgx81Io6k3VGtVjvLlX_DpkrukHS9mYwFGdUkxWUS3g/viewform?usp=header>
If you have any questions or concerns, reach out to Juhi Narula at jnarula at bism.org<mailto:jnarula at bism.org> or 410-737-2642..
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