BizzNest Career Accelerator Program
Nichols College, Dudley, MA, United States
and the job listing Expires on May 3, 2026
Roles: Web and Software Development, UI/UX Design, Digital Marketing, Video Marketing.
Temporary, Part-time:
15-24 hours per week
Pay Rate:
$17.00-$20.00/hour, non-exempt
Benefits:
Professional Development and Career Coaching, CA Sick Time Off
Age requirements:
Associate positions are reserved for young adults ages 18 – 24 years of age.
The job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion and passing of a background check.
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
Digital NEST is an innovative workforce development center that has welcomed thousands of youth from working-class, farmworker communities to develop the technical and professional skills they need to achieve their dreams. It is an exciting time for the NEST. We are focused on growth and expansion to five communities across The Monterey Bay (MBR) and San Joaquin Valley (SJVR) Regions in Northern California. Digital NEST has Centers in the heart of Watsonville, Salinas, Gilroy, Modesto and Stockton.
JOB OVERVIEW
bizzNEST is the creative agency of Digital NEST. It offers a paid, 1-year Career accelerator program that provides real world professional training. Through this program, Associates hone and develop their technical and professional skills, gain real professional experience by working with clients, build professional level portfolios and resumes, and become competitively qualified for entry-level, career-focused employment.
bizzNEST is looking for a motivated Associate who can assist with our UX/UI and web design projects. They will work on creating visually appealing and functional websites and a variety of other projects for web and print applications, using Adobe Suite, WordPress, and Figma. These projects include user research, persona development, journey mapping, wireframes, site structure/ navigation, light website development, visual design (typography, graphics, imagery) and branding. They will be designing for external clients as well as working within the organization as an in-house designer. They will collaborate across-functional teams for projects, as needed.
As part of this position’s workflow, Associates will leverage AI tools to support ideation, generate design variations, assist with content creation, and accelerate prototyping. AI is used as a tool to enhance efficiency and creativity, while maintaining strong design fundamentals and user-centered thinking.
About the Role
bizzNEST is the creative agency of Digital NEST, offering a paid, 1-year Career Accelerator Program. Associates gain real-world experience by working with clients across
design, web development, digital marketing, and media production , building portfolios and launching career pathways.
This is a
multi-disciplinary role
where Associates are placed on teams based on interest and skillset, and collaborate across departments on real client projects.
What You’ll Do
Associates contribute to a mix of the following areas:
Design & UX/UI
Create wireframes, mockups, and visual assets
Support branding, graphics, and website design
Conduct user research and apply feedback to designs
Web Development
Build and maintain websites using HTML, CSS, JS, WordPress, or modern frameworks
Troubleshoot bugs, optimize performance, and support client updates
Collaborate with designers to bring concepts to life
Digital Marketing & Content
Create content for social media, websites, and campaigns
Support content calendars, analytics, and engagement strategies
Write captions, blogs, and marketing copy
Video & Media Production
Assist with video shoots, editing, and storytelling
Support pre-production planning and post-production workflows
Create short-form and long-form content
Across All Areas
Collaborate with cross-functional teams
Participate in client meetings and feedback sessions
Manage projects using tools like Asana
Engage in mentorship, training, and professional development
Tools & Technology
Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Canva
WordPress, HTML/CSS/JS, React (depending on role)
Video editing tools (Premiere, DaVinci, CapCut)
AI tools to support design, development, and content creation
What We’re Looking For
Strong interest in
tech, design, marketing, or media
Basic foundational skills OR strong willingness to learn
Problem-solving mindset and curiosity
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to manage time and meet deadlines
REQUIREMENTS
Passion for the mission of Digital NEST and belief in upholding organization’s core values.
Understanding of and sensitivity to issues of culture/ethnicity/race, gender, sexual identity, class/SES and immigration status.
Ability to be an ally to people of color, women and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, queer, questioning and intersex individuals and their allies (LGBTQIA).
Ability to meet the minimum amount of hours required.
Maintain dexterity and coordination, sufficient to perform essential functions.
Ability to sit for long periods of time performing desk-based computer tasks.
Ability to lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 35 pounds as needed.
Ability to stand and walk for 8 hours a day for production work.
To participate in some production opportunities the Associate will be responsible for their own transportation.
In-person participation at either Watsonville or Salinas Digital NEST sites.
Available nights and weekends for production work, on occasion.
We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience comes in different forms; many skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. Even more important than your resume is a clear demonstration of dedication, impact, and the ability to thrive in a fluid and collaborative environment. We want you to learn new things in this role and encourage you to apply if your experience is close to what we’re looking for. We also know that diversity of background and thought makes for better problem-solving and more creative thinking, so we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. We look forward to hearing from you.
Digital NEST, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Digital NEST is committed to an inclusive experience for all applicants and will endeavor to make reasonable accommodations in the interview process, to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Please refer to our career page for more information on how to apply for reasonable accommodations.
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Roles: Web and Software Development, UI/UX Design, Digital Marketing, Video Marketing.
Temporary, Part-time:
15-24 hours per week
Pay Rate:
$17.00-$20.00/hour, non-exempt
Benefits:
Professional Development and Career Coaching, CA Sick Time Off
Age requirements:
Associate positions are reserved for young adults ages 18 – 24 years of age.
The job offer will be contingent upon the successful completion and passing of a background check.
ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
Digital NEST is an innovative workforce development center that has welcomed thousands of youth from working-class, farmworker communities to develop the technical and professional skills they need to achieve their dreams. It is an exciting time for the NEST. We are focused on growth and expansion to five communities across The Monterey Bay (MBR) and San Joaquin Valley (SJVR) Regions in Northern California. Digital NEST has Centers in the heart of Watsonville, Salinas, Gilroy, Modesto and Stockton.
JOB OVERVIEW
bizzNEST is the creative agency of Digital NEST. It offers a paid, 1-year Career accelerator program that provides real world professional training. Through this program, Associates hone and develop their technical and professional skills, gain real professional experience by working with clients, build professional level portfolios and resumes, and become competitively qualified for entry-level, career-focused employment.
bizzNEST is looking for a motivated Associate who can assist with our UX/UI and web design projects. They will work on creating visually appealing and functional websites and a variety of other projects for web and print applications, using Adobe Suite, WordPress, and Figma. These projects include user research, persona development, journey mapping, wireframes, site structure/ navigation, light website development, visual design (typography, graphics, imagery) and branding. They will be designing for external clients as well as working within the organization as an in-house designer. They will collaborate across-functional teams for projects, as needed.
As part of this position’s workflow, Associates will leverage AI tools to support ideation, generate design variations, assist with content creation, and accelerate prototyping. AI is used as a tool to enhance efficiency and creativity, while maintaining strong design fundamentals and user-centered thinking.
About the Role
bizzNEST is the creative agency of Digital NEST, offering a paid, 1-year Career Accelerator Program. Associates gain real-world experience by working with clients across
design, web development, digital marketing, and media production , building portfolios and launching career pathways.
This is a
multi-disciplinary role
where Associates are placed on teams based on interest and skillset, and collaborate across departments on real client projects.
What You’ll Do
Associates contribute to a mix of the following areas:
Design & UX/UI
Create wireframes, mockups, and visual assets
Support branding, graphics, and website design
Conduct user research and apply feedback to designs
Web Development
Build and maintain websites using HTML, CSS, JS, WordPress, or modern frameworks
Troubleshoot bugs, optimize performance, and support client updates
Collaborate with designers to bring concepts to life
Digital Marketing & Content
Create content for social media, websites, and campaigns
Support content calendars, analytics, and engagement strategies
Write captions, blogs, and marketing copy
Video & Media Production
Assist with video shoots, editing, and storytelling
Support pre-production planning and post-production workflows
Create short-form and long-form content
Across All Areas
Collaborate with cross-functional teams
Participate in client meetings and feedback sessions
Manage projects using tools like Asana
Engage in mentorship, training, and professional development
Tools & Technology
Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Canva
WordPress, HTML/CSS/JS, React (depending on role)
Video editing tools (Premiere, DaVinci, CapCut)
AI tools to support design, development, and content creation
What We’re Looking For
Strong interest in
tech, design, marketing, or media
Basic foundational skills OR strong willingness to learn
Problem-solving mindset and curiosity
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to manage time and meet deadlines
REQUIREMENTS
Passion for the mission of Digital NEST and belief in upholding organization’s core values.
Understanding of and sensitivity to issues of culture/ethnicity/race, gender, sexual identity, class/SES and immigration status.
Ability to be an ally to people of color, women and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, queer, questioning and intersex individuals and their allies (LGBTQIA).
Ability to meet the minimum amount of hours required.
Maintain dexterity and coordination, sufficient to perform essential functions.
Ability to sit for long periods of time performing desk-based computer tasks.
Ability to lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 35 pounds as needed.
Ability to stand and walk for 8 hours a day for production work.
To participate in some production opportunities the Associate will be responsible for their own transportation.
In-person participation at either Watsonville or Salinas Digital NEST sites.
Available nights and weekends for production work, on occasion.
We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience comes in different forms; many skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. Even more important than your resume is a clear demonstration of dedication, impact, and the ability to thrive in a fluid and collaborative environment. We want you to learn new things in this role and encourage you to apply if your experience is close to what we’re looking for. We also know that diversity of background and thought makes for better problem-solving and more creative thinking, so we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. We look forward to hearing from you.
Digital NEST, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Digital NEST is committed to an inclusive experience for all applicants and will endeavor to make reasonable accommodations in the interview process, to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Please refer to our career page for more information on how to apply for reasonable accommodations.
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