Get involved

At MIT Federal Credit Union, volunteers are the cornerstone of our success, serving on the Supervisory Committee, as Associate Directors, and as Directors. By sharing your skills and dedication, you directly impact our ability to serve MIT and our community.

Our Associate Director program offers individuals a hands-on introduction to the vital work of our volunteers, with opportunities for training and participation in board activities. Many current Board members began their journey as Associate Directors or on the Supervisory Committee, gaining valuable experience along the way. MIT FCU's Board of Directors and Committee Members are volunteers who serve without pay and are responsible for the credit union's general direction and control. Join us in making a meaningful difference.

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Directors and Associate Directors

MIT FCU's Board of Directors are volunteers that serve without pay and are responsible for the general direction and control of the credit union.

The Board of Directors is responsible for directing and controlling the Credit Union. The Board is responsible for directing the credit union in accordance with the federal or state credit union acts, bylaws, good business practices and other rules and regulations.

Directors should have a willingness to serve the membership, continually learn and be a team player.

Requirements

• Must be a MIT Federal Credit Union member in good standing.
• Commit to approximately eight (8) hours per month, which includes evening meetings
• Serve on Board committees
• Attend one or more educational/informational conferences annually, paid for by MIT FCU
• Additional requirements (PDF)

Application

Please complete the online application and the background check authorization form.

Online application

Online background check authorization

If you prefer to submit your application offline, download the application and background check authorization, password-protect them, and send them to nominate@mitfcu.mit.edu. We will contact you once we receive your submission to provide the application password.

Supervisory Committee

The Supervisory Committee meets monthly via Zoom. Other time commitments include on-site strategy sessions, an annual meeting, and other occasional gatherings. Members are required toreview policies, reports, and audits in preparation for monthly meetings. Members are also encouraged to attend an annual off-site training, with expenses paid, at locations across the United States to ensure the committee has access to industry trends and best practices.

MIT FCU's Committee Members are volunteers that serve without pay and are responsible for the general direction and control of the credit union.

Requirements

• Must be a MIT Federal Credit Union member in good standing.
• Supervisory Committee Members should possess integrity, be willing to articulate their views openly, be able to work productively with others, and have the ability and willingness to commit the time and effort required to fulfill their responsibilities as a Supervisory Committee Member.
• A willingness to ask questions and challenge management and the external auditors within the appropriate governance context.
• Volunteers are asked for a two-year minimum commitment
• Additional requirements(PDF)

Application

If you would like to apply or have additional questions, please send an email to sac@mitfcu.mit.edu.

Online application

Online background check authorization

If you prefer to submit your application offline, download the application and background check authorization, password-protect them, and send them to nominate@mitfcu.mit.edu. We will contact you once we receive your submission to provide the application password.

Student Volunteer

MIT students are encouraged to apply!

As a Supervisory Committee Associate Member, the Student Volunteer will attend monthly Supervisory Committee meetings (currently remote via Zoom), network with professionals in the field, and gain experience in leading a financial institution. Other commitments include on-site strategy sessions, annual meetings, and occasional gatherings.

As an Associate Member, Student must review policies, reports, and audits in preparation for monthly meetings. Associate Members will attend a yearly off-site training (locations across the United States, expenses paid) to ensure the Supervisory Committee has access to industry trends and best practices. Position is ideal for a freshman, sophomore, or junior seeking opportunities in the financial field.

Requirements

• Must be a current MIT student and MIT Federal Credit Union member in good standing.
• Supervisory Committee Associate Members should possess integrity, be willing to articulate their views openly, work productively with others, and be ready to commit the time and effort required to fulfill their responsibilities as a Supervisory Committee Associate Member.
• A willingness to ask questions, challenge management and external auditors within the appropriate governance context.
• Volunteers are asked for a two-year minimum commitment.

Application

Please reach out to nominate@mitfcu.mit.edu with questions.