Community Advancement Programs

Community Advancement Programs (CAP) is housed within APU’s Center for Career and Community-Engaged Learning (CCEL), which cultivates academically integrated learning experiences for community impact, professional development, and lifelong learning.

CAP employs APU students using community-based Federal Work-Study monies to fund need-based programs that serve a twofold purpose: (1) benefit the local community and strengthen university-community partnerships, and (2) intentionally support the educational development and goals of student workers involved in these programs. 

Positions in the program are off-campus at locations such as local nonprofit organizations and schools. Employed students will:

  • Gain experiential learning to strengthen career competencies, such as critical thinking, leadership, intercultural fluency, and teamwork
  • Contribute to meeting community need
  • Develop personal and civic responsibility to shape future community engagement and vocation

Students who are eligible for Federal Work-Study funds through their financial aid package may apply for CAP positions by searching for opportunities on Handshake (select “Jobs,” then enter “CAP” in the search field).

Connect

Contact cap@apu.edu for more information. The Center for Career and Community-Engaged Learning is located in Building 22 on East Campus.