PACE (Program to Aid Career Exploration) is an on-campus work program sponsored by Ohio University's Office of Student Financial Aid & Scholarships and Career Services. PACE positions offer students the unique opportunity to explore their career interests and to gain valuable work experience and skills before leaving college to compete in the world of work.

The deadline for applying for PACE positions for the 2005-06 school year is
April 1-25. The following are the position for this year.

• Worksite Wellness Programs Assistant: Presents wellness programs at Ohio University worksites, conducts health screenings, and counsels screening participants about their results.
• Publications Specialist: Creates and coordinates publication of monthly newsletters, write stories, conducts interviews.
• Special Events/Publicity Assistant: Coordinates three special events, creates publicity materials for these and other programs, such as nutrition, massage, and personal training.
• Clinical Exercise Physiology Program Assistant: Assists with the fitness assessments, health prescriptions, and intake process of new WellWorks members.
• Nutrition Programs Assistant: Assists with quarterly cooking classes, nutrition programs, weight loss program, and nutrition counseling.
• Human Resources Assistant: Coordinates new employee orientations, creates and/or updates policy and procedures manual and employee handbook.
• Childcare Coordinator: Supervises and manages day-to-day operation of childcare program.

Contact the Office of Student Financial Aid for details on how to apply. http://www-sfa.chubb.ohiou.edu/employment/emp_pace.html

Note: you do not need to meet the same guidelines of qualifying for federal financial aid to qualify for PACE.