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Part-Time Science-U Evening Mentor - Eberly College of Science

The Pennsylvania State University
University Park, PA Part Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/15/2026
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
  • CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
  • CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
  • If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Office of Science Outreach in the Eberly College of Science is currently seeking enthusiastic applicants for Evening Mentor positions for the Science-U summer science camp program. Successful applicants will be responsible for arranging and supervising evening activities for residential campers outside of daily camp program hours on the University Park, PA campus. These positions are ideal for students who want to have daytime hours free for class or lab work. Applicants must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and be prepared to be responsible for

  • Overnight supervision of residential campers

  • Organize evening activities in collaboration with other Evening Mentors

  • Manage camper safety

Requirements:

  • Demonstrated success and enthusiasm with K-12 students

  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and verbal and written communication skills

  • Reliability and ability to follow a schedule, which is communicated in advance

  • Must be prepared to live in Penn State dormitories (single room) from Sunday evenings through Friday mornings

  • Supervise campers from 4:00 pm through the night to 9:00 am the following morning

Benefits: Average pay of $815 per week (Hourly Rate of $7.59 plus $11.39 per overtime hour). Room and meals during working hours (breakfast and/or dinner) are included for the weeks you are assigned to camp.

How to Apply: Applications must be submitted electronically and should include a cover letter with a statement of interest and any relevant experience, along with a resume. Applicants must also provide the names and contact information for at least two references. Please visit Science-U Employment Opportunities for a complete listing off all Science-U positions available.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.

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