About the role#
The Edge Summer College Program hires undergraduate students to mentor rising high school juniors and seniors. You will act as a role model, helping students prepare for college success while fostering a supportive environment. This position requires you to live in the residence hall for the duration of the program and training.
What you'll do#
- Mentor up to 15 high school students, providing academic and social support.
- Conduct daily mandatory check-ins with your mentees.
- Plan and market evening and weekend activities, and attend every evening event.
- Maintain residence hall security, including 10 p.m. hall checks, enforcing 11 p.m. quiet hours, and midnight lights out.
- Work rotating evening duty shifts from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m.
- Attend staff meetings three times a week and complete basic reports.
- Coordinate with the team via group chat and assist with tasks as needed.
- Enforce program policies to ensure student safety and wellness, including strict adherence to protection of minors policies.
- Maintain professional conduct, including a mandatory policy to abstain from alcohol and illegal drugs while on campus.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate student at the University of Delaware.
- A minimum 2.75 GPA.
- Interest or experience working with high school students.
- Demonstrated values of service, diversity, teamwork, respect, and harmony.
- Preferred: At least one year of experience in roles such as a resident assistant, camp counselor, peer mentor, or tutor.
Location & details#
- Location: Newark, Delaware.
- Term: Summer 2027.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $2,300 total, with a $100 bonus available for returning staff.
About University of Delaware
The University of Delaware is a research institution based in Newark. Founded in 1743, it operates as a state assisted and privately chartered university. It maintains campuses in Wilmington, Dover, Georgetown, Milford, and Lewes in addition to its main location. The university supports high research activity and employs over 11,000 people.
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