Hiring: Peer Mentors!

Hiring: Undergraduate Peer Mentors (2026–2027)

The Undergraduate Peer Mentor Program is seeking student leaders for the 2026–2027 academic year! Peer Mentors are paid student leaders who help first-year students transition to life at MCAD through community building, resource sharing, and mentorship. Mentors also serve as the fall semester Orientation Leaders.

APPLICATION TIMELINE

• Priority Deadline: Friday, April 17th @ 11:59 PM CST
• Interviews: Week of May 4th (Virtual or In-Person)

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES

Mentors provide a pathway to success through weekly emails, events, and face-to-face meetings. Key duties include:

• Mentorship: Weekly communication with mentees via email and Canvas.
• Events: Planning, promoting, and implementing social and educational events.
• Resource Sharing: Connecting students with MCAD resources and activities.
• Leadership: Serving as an Orientation Leader and attending bi-weekly staff meetings.
• Professionalism: Representing MCAD’s values as a student ambassador.

REQUIRED TRAINING DATES

• Early August: 3-hour virtual meeting (Date TBD).
• August 17-21, 2026: In-person Peer Mentor Training (Full days).
• August 22-23, 2026: In-person Fall Orientation.
• These dates are subject to change

QUALIFICATIONS

• Status: Current degree-seeking undergraduate student (Rising Sophomore, Junior, or Senior).
• GPA: Cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher.
• Commitment: Must be at MCAD for the entire 2026–2027 academic year (not studying abroad or graduating in December).
• Skills: Self-motivated, positive attitude, strong interpersonal and communication skills, demonstrated leadership potential, and a desire to help peers succeed in a diverse environment.

COMPENSATION & TIME COMMITMENT 

• Pay: $16.37/hr.
• Weekly: 4 to 6 hours on average.
• Training Week: ~40 hours during Fall Training/Orientation.
• Funding: Open to both Federal Work-Study and Casual Labor.
• Note: If you have Work-Study, this position will typically utilize your full allotment for the school year.

HOW TO APPLY

1. Complete the Online Application Form.
2. Supply one MCAD reference (faculty, staff, or current peer mentor).

Questions? Please contact the Learning Center. We look forward to seeing your application!