STEM Peer Mentor-SPRING 2021-Student Employment (FWS EXEMPT)
Federal Work Study is intended to help meet the needs of the University, provide University students with financial support in pursuit of their academic goals, develop a positive affiliation and assimilation into the life of the University, and provide opportunities for academic or administrative job experience. Federal Work Study positions exist throughout majority of the functional areas of the University. The job duties and responsibilities of student employees vary greatly and may or may not be related to their field of study.
Federal Work Study Eligibility:
This position does not require (exempt) Federal Work study eligibility
Student employees are not permitted to exceed the total amount of their federal work study award. Supervisors will work with hired student employees to determine a schedule based on the award amount. Once federal work study funds are completely exhausted, students will need to discontinue working. Regardless of federal work study amount, students cannot exceed 10 hours of work per week during the fall and spring semester.
Job Title:
STEM Peer Mentor
Department:
Chemistry
Key Qualifications:
Peer Mentors are students who serve as role models, sources of information for peers, and representatives of both Saint Xavier University and the STEM departments. They will use their leadership skills and good-standing in the SXU community to advise their mentees on anything from help with developing study skills to seeking services from the university. They should be well-acquainted with student support services (i.e. where to get tutoring, academic advising, career services, etc.) and will take advantage of the newly-built STEM Studio as a meeting place. For the Spring 2021 semester, Peer Mentors will use the platform Zoom to meet with peers and facilitate activities. Most importantly, Peer Mentors will foster a sense of community with their group, closing the divide between life at home and the rigors of a STEM education at SXU. This can be accomplished by encouraging study groups, having meaningful conversations and meetings, and being an advocate for their group of mentees. They will make all students feel welcome and continue to promote a sense of belonging throughout their time at SXU.
This position enables students to gain valuable experience in communication, leadership, organization, and creativity.
Desired Qualifications and Skills:
1. Junior or Senior students who is majoring in a STEM field.
2. Reliable and able to commit to a minimum of 3 hours and a maximum of 15 hours per week.
3. Be in good standing with the university.
4. Have a real interest in assisting students with their adjustment to college.
5. Have a willingness to go the extra mile as an advocate for their mentees and ability to boost students’ confidence in themselves as STEM majors.
6. Ability to encourage students to see themselves as scientists, mathematicians, and computer scientists.
7. Be a positive STEM role model.
8. Demonstrate good communication skills and punctuality.
9. Preferred Spanish-speaking.
Application Instructions:
- Review the application instructions (PDF) (Video)
- Download and complete the Student Employment Application
- Upload the Student Employment Application to Handshake
- Set the document type to other document
- Apply for positions once your application is approved
COVID 19 Disclaimer:
Should the state of Illinois revert to an earlier phase of Governor Pritzker’s Restore Illinois plan, University positions including student employees may transition to remote work. Saint Xavier University reserves the right to reduce student employee hours if departmental needs change. Additionally, Saint Xavier University reserves the right to discontinue the employment of any student employee whose responsibilities cannot be carried out remotely. In the event that a student employment position is discontinued, the Center for SUCCESS staff will be available by appointment to help students explore other pre-professional experiences. Please note: the policies of the Student Employment Handbook and Student Code of Conduct extend to student employees working remotely. Students cannot exceed their awarded Federal Work Study amount and cannot work more than 10 hours per week.
Grounded in Catholic identity, mission, and heritage, Saint Xavier University is committed to serving a diverse learning community in conjunction with our core values. The University belongs to all in its community, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, abilities, age, sexual orientations, nationality, or immigration status. Faculty, staff, and students are engaged in creating a climate of purposeful inclusion by cultivating equity literacy and providing opportunities for meaningful connections and service among diverse people, ideas, and perspectives, in search of truth and the common good
Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision and core values of the University.
Statement of Equal Opportunity:
Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bona fide occupational qualifications of each applicant. The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision and core values of the University.