Graduate Mentor

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Meet weekly with assigned students individually or in small groups to provide intentional, structured organizational support and mentorship.
• Create and monitor individual student-athlete academic task lists.
• Compile reports and distribute to academic advisors on student-athlete progress..

Compensation:

• $15/hour

Work Schedule/Environment:

• Up to 14 hours/week
• In person and on campus
• Starting week of August 29th!

Additional Info:

• The commitment is for one semester, with a renewal opportunity for subsequent semesters pursuant to performance.
• This position is intended to give Master's level students hands-on experience working in academic support and mentorship at the college level.
  • We have the ability to provide the necessary supervision to apply this experience toward practicum hours.

Required:

• Bachelors Degree
• Ability to multitask, problem solve, effectively communicate both verbally and written, and interact with multiple people simultaneously.
• This position requires the ability to consistently accomplish tasks, communicate with multiple stakeholders, have a desire to work in higher education, an educational support role or student-athletes academic support, with minimal supervision, excellent listening, written and verbal skills.

Preferred:

• Preferred candidates are currently pursuing a Master's degree in psychology, education, counseling, sport management, or a related field.

The Lindahl Academic Center is a student-athlete focused environment dedicated to guiding student-athletes to graduation, building positive relationships, and enhancing their overall experience. We strive to serve the University and our constituents with integrity and professionalism. Individuals interested in this position will have the opportunity to work in a highly competitive program, participate in job-specific training, and gain experience within the student-athlete academic sector.

Student positions are a form of financial support while pursuing an education at the University of Minnesota.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

For full consideration for this position, please submit your resume, coverletter and professional references. If you have questions about this position, please email Kyle Nelson, Senior Academic Advisor: nels9373@umn.edu.

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