The University of Ghana has opened vacancies for interns and volunteers as part of efforts to beef up human resources for the University of Ghana-Carnegie Writing Centre.
Interested applicants are invited to send their applications for the role of volunteers and interns for the 2025/2026 academic year.
Objectives of the Centre:
The University of Ghana–Carnegie Writing Centre aims to build a visible and viable writing center that aligns with global best practices by:
– Providing writing tutorial services for members of the university.
– Providing professional editorial services for the university community and beyond.
– Organizing special programs on writing and communication.
– Conducting research on writing and communication.
Duties of successful Interns and Volunteers
– Guide students on writing and assignments.
– Proofread manuscripts with the supervision of a fellow at the centre.
– Actively participate in training sessions for units within the university community and clients outside.
– Collaborate with writing centre staff to create resources on writing.
– Provide support for special programmes.
Eligibility
– Applicant must be a student of the University of Ghana to qualify.
– Must have a 3.0 EGPA or higher.
– Must be a level 200-600 student of ANY DISCIPLINE.
– Must have a strong interest in writing and communication (broadly defined).
– Must be computer literate.
– Must have strong professional and social skills
Requirements for Application
All applicants must ensure their application covers the following to stand a chance of being considered.
– An application letter.
– A 500-word statement on why you wish to work in the writing centre.
– Updated curriculum vitae.
– Current academic transcript.
– Contact details (email and telephone numbers) of two referees.
How to apply for the University of Ghana–Carnegie Writing Centre Interns and Volunteers Vacancies
– All interested applicants are to send their applications to ugcwc@ug.edu.gh by 15th August 2025.
All applications must be submitted in PDF format in the order listed above.
All applications must be sent via email on or before the 15th of August, 2025, the closing date stated.