Undergraduate Opportunities

Sessions beginning in Spring 2025

Internships & Workshops

Shape Young Minds & Gain Real-World Experience

Interning with Total Experience Learning allows students to develop teaching and interpersonal skills, and make a meaningful and lasting impact on K–12 students. TExpL offers undergraduates immersive internships and one-off workshop experiences to gain hands-on exposure to education settings, industry-standard tools and explore the Total Experience Learning methodology. This opportunity is not just for education majors — all majors may apply.

As an intern you will:

Experience Impact-Driven Learning: Witness your efforts in action as you support student projects and see young learners bring their ideas to life. You’ll be more than just an observer; you’ll be a catalyst in the classroom, guiding students as they dive into hands-on learning experiences.
Master Industry-Standard Equipment: Develop skills that go beyond the academics by training on real-world tools used in cutting-edge industries. Learn alongside educators to apply these tools in ways that inspire students and support their exploration of science, technology, engineering, creative arts and math.
Assist in Our Annual Summer Program for 5th–12th Grade Students: Be part of the excitement and energy of our high-quality summer program, where students attend seminars based on their area of interest or “track.” As an intern, you’ll help with logistics, facilitate student seminar choice, mentor students and support their exploration in a range of subjects. As an intern, you will play a key role in making it unforgettable summer for these students on Alvernia’s campus.
Explore One-Off Workshops for Targeted Skills: Not ready for a full internship? TExpL also offers single-session workshops for undergraduates looking to enhance specific skills or gain exposure to classroom-based research. Each workshop dives into essential techniques, methodologies, and tools that bring impactful learning to life.

Make Your Mark

Whether you’re interning or attending a workshop, TExpL provides a forward-thinking educational experience that prepares you to be an innovative force in the world of education or beyond. This isn’t just a resume-builder — it’s an opportunity to shape future-ready students.

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Total Experience Learning

2025: Ongoing Workshops

For a full list of workshops, . A list of ongoing workshops can be found below.

Jan. 16, Jan. 30: The Wonderful World of Cross Polarized Light Crystal Photomicrography

TExpL Instructor: Ivan Bub, TExpL Adjunct Instructor

Location and time: 4–6 p.m. at The John R. Post Center at Reading CollegeTowne, Engineer Lab 2

Audience: 5^th&�Բ��;–12^th grade, Undergrad, Graduate and Adult Learners Welcome

Description: What happens when science meets art and photography? Discover the hidden beauty of the microscopic world in this captivating workshop! Learn specialized techniques to crystallize various substances on a microscope slide, then capture breathtaking, one-of-a-kind images using a microscope-mounted camera. Whether you're a science enthusiast, an aspiring artist, or a photography lover, this hands-on experience will ignite your creativity and curiosity. Uncover the extraordinary patterns and colors within crystals and see the world in a whole new way!

Jan. 20: Euphorigen Investigation: An Escape Room

TExpL Instructor: Corinne Brumbach, TExpL Adjunct Instructor

Location and time: 4–6 p.m. The John R. Post Center at Reading CollegeTowne, TBD Computer Lab

Audience: 5th&�Բ��;–12th grade, Undergrad, Graduate and Adult Learners Welcome

Description: In today’s world, misinformation affects communities in diverse and often complex ways. The Euphorigen Investigation offers you a hands-on opportunity to explore how deceptive tactics—like manipulated data, bot accounts, and deepfakes—distort our perception of reality. Set within an immersive, game-like environment that mirrors real-life situations, this escape room experience challenges teams to collaborate, solve intricate puzzles, and uncover hidden truths behind the deception.

This immersive experience blends critical thinking with interactive learning, offering you

Jan. 21: Light Painting Photography Workshop

TExpL Instructor: Ivan Bub

Location and Time: 4–6 p.m. The John R. Post Center at Reading CollegeTowne, Engineer Lab 2

Audience: 5th&�Բ��;–12th grade, Undergrad, Graduate and Adult Learners Welcome

Description: Light Painting Photography is a photographic technique where you set up a scene to photograph, and in pitch darkness use a flashlight to "paint " the scene, which is captured by a camera on a tripod. In the workshop you will create beautiful photographs with the appearance of an oil painting , and learn about scene composition, camera settings and techniques, post processing techniques etc while having a fun time.

Jan. 23: Jazz Jam: The Art of Improvisation

TExpL Instructor: Tanner Schnovel, Director of Student Programs

Location and Time: 4–6 p.m., The John R. Post Center at Reading CollegeTowne, 5^th Floor Common area

Audience: 4^th–12th grade

Description: Step into the world of jazz and unlock the secrets of musical improvisation! In this workshop, students will dive into the vibrant rhythms and expressive melodies that define jazz music. They'll learn the fundamentals of jazz theory, chord progressions, and solo techniques, discovering how to create spontaneous, soulful music in the moment. Students will practice the art of “playing off the cuff,” gain confidence in their musical voice, and experience the thrill of making music that’s fresh, unique, and all their own. Whether you’re a budding musician or just jazz-curious, join us to explore how to listen, feel, and express yourself through jazz improvisation. Get ready to jam! If you have an instrument, please bring it along!

Jan. 30: The Wonderful World of Cross Polarized Light Crystal Photomicrography