Apply to be an A3C Frosh Intern!

What is the Asian American Activities Center?

The Asian American Activities Center, or A³C (pronounced "Ay-Cubed-See"), is a university department and serves as Stanford’s primary resource for Asian American student affairs and community development. The A³C contributes to the academic mission of the University through its partnerships and collaborative work with faculty, departments and academic programs. Through programming and advising, the center contributes to the multicultural education of all students and to the development of leaders able to negotiate an increasingly diverse and complex workplace and global environment.

Frosh Intern Job Description:

The role of Frosh Interns at the A³C is to primarily serve as an ambassador to the frosh class, promoting center programs and activities and encouraging others to participate. Frosh Interns are also viewed as apprentices to the upper-class staff who each hold specific job functions ranging from developing and executing programs to providing services to our community. Although it is not guaranteed, we do give priority to Frosh Interns who want to stay to work at the center in their sophomore year.

Unlike Frosh Intern roles in student organizations, this is a paid position and employees are given an hourly wage of $18.70.  Interns work 3-5 hours a week in our office, helping with general office maintenance such as answering phones, filing papers, etc. This experience helps in understanding the work flow in our office, obtain program development skills, and also provides a chance to meet the various students who use the center as a resource. Frosh Interns also attend all bi-weekly staff meetings, weekly frosh intern meetings, and are expected to meet all of the job expectations listed below.

Job Expectations for All Student Staff:

Working at the A³C is a privilege and student staff should be able to make a year-long commitment to their staff responsibilities. We expect all staff to conduct themselves in a professional manner, abide by Stanford’s Fundamental Standard, and work with a respectful and courteous attitude at all times. In addition to specific projects outlined in the individual job descriptions, all student staff members are required to:

1. Attend off campus weekend staff retreat leaving campus at 12:00pm on Friday, October 7th and returning around 10:00pm on Sunday, October 9th
2. Attend bi-weekly staff meetings on Mondays, 5:30-7:00pm (excused only in cases of family emergency, illness, or course conflict)
3. Meet quarterly with Director, Associate Director, or Assistant Director for an evaluation meeting
4. Meet weekly with your fellow frosh interns and Associate Director and/or Assistant Director to discuss projects
5. Attend and support A3C sponsored events (examples: open houses & receptions for parents weekend, admit weekend, orientation, major cultural events, etc.)

Desired Qualifications:

We are seeking staff who are not only capable of fulfilling the duties in their job descriptions, but who are also committed to utilizing the context of this position to build on their own personal leadership development and professional goals. We are looking for the following qualities in all student staff:

• Commitment to the A3C and its mission
• Ability to effectively communicate as a team player
• Interest in learning new skills & developing leadership potential
• Responsibility and follow through 
• Federal Work Study preferred but not required                                               

In order for Frosh Interns to attend our weekend staff retreat Oct 10th – Oct 11th, we have an expedited timeline for the application process.  Please pay close attention to the dates below:

Please Note: All Frosh Interns are expected to attend the mandatory two-day A³C Staff Retreat, leaving campus on October 10th-11th, 2026. This is not an overnight retreat; however, the retreat will take place off campus on Saturday, October 10th, with departure from campus at 8:50 AM.

By submitting this application, you confirm that you are available to attend both days of the retreat if selected for the Frosh Intern position.

If you have any issues with the application form, interview sign up sheet, have questions or concerns, please email us at stanforda3c@stanford.edu.