What are the responsibilities and job description for the Career Center/Mentorship Office- Peer Mentor (2026-27) position at Millersville University of Pennsylvania?
Position Information
Requisition Number
Stu774P
Position Type
Student Worker
Department
Department of Student Workers
Job Title
Career Center/Mentorship Office- Peer Mentor (2026-27)
Classification
Student Worker
Pay Rate
Stipend
Position Summary Information
Hours per week
2-5 hours per month
Days Worked
Flexible
Hours/Shift worked
Flexible
Posting Detail Information
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Career Center/Mentorship Office seeks students to serve as peer mentors. Peer Mentors are enthusiastic representatives of Millersville University who commit to being a resource for students. Peer Mentors address students’ questions, which may include what it is really like to be a student at MU, how to manage time effectively, how to get involved on campus, and other questions related to the college transition.
Required Qualifications
- Enrolled Millersville University Student
- Have completed at least 24 credits at MU
- Minimum GPA 2.0
- Available to work 3-5 hours per month for a full academic year, from August-May
- Must possess excellent organizational and communication skills and a willingness to accept responsibility
- Demonstrate role model behavior. Candidates must be in good disciplinary standing. Personal Conduct Probation or a Disciplinary Reprimand within the last twelve months disqualifies you for the position.
- Willing to maintain confidentiality
- Willing to complete three background clearances: PA State Criminal Background Check, Child Abuse History Clearance, and FBI Federal Criminal History Fingerprinting
Preferred Qualifications
Job Duties
Tasks may include the following:
- Serve as a Peer Mentor for at least one student
- Communicate with students in person, via text, Skype, and/or phone, spending at least two hours per month communicating with each mentee
- Log at least two conversations per month with each mentee during the academic year
- Provide the Mentorship Office with feedback on how to improve the program (complete all surveys, user interviews, etc. when requested)
- Participate in peer mentor training
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
- Be able to sit and use a computer for the length of shift
Posting Open Date
08/10/2026
Posting Close Date
09/18/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Previous experience is not required. We will provide training to all.
Resumes are optional.
Resumes are optional.
Salary : $33,432 - $45,692