School of Chemical Sciences – Summer Peer Advisor

The School of Chemical Sciences (SCS) is seeking a current undergraduate students in Chemistry, CS+Chemistry, and/or Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering for a paid position as an SCS Summer Registration Peer Advisor. The Peer Advisor will work closely with the SCS advising staff to assist with onboarding and registering incoming first-year SCS students. This position will be in-person in Champaign-Urbana from Monday, June 3 – Friday, July 12.

The Peer Advisor will have the following RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Helping incoming students navigate Course Explorer, Self-Service, and other registration technology
• Explaining General Education requirements and helping students identify possible courses
• Leading discussions and answering questions about the student experience of SCS majors, campus & community involvement, student life, and the transition to Illinois
• Represent SCS, their department, LAS, and Illinois in a positive manner

The SCS Summer Peer Advisor position will help students develop/improve on the following SKILLS:

• Adaptability, flexibility, and problem-solving
• Verbal communication
• Leading and mentoring peers

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Chemistry, CS+Chemistry, or ChBE student
• Effective oral communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others from diverse backgrounds
• Knowledge of course registration technology – Course Explorer, Plan Ahead, Self-Service, etc.
• Familiarity and understanding of campus General Education requirements
• Available for all of the following dates and times:
  • Training in late May or early June (likely May 27 – 31^st)
  • Weekdays from June 3 – July 12 ~10:00 am – 4:00 pm

APPLICATION TIMELINE                     

Friday, March 1 @ 11:59 pm: Deadline to submit an application
Monday, March 4 – Friday, March 8: Interviews with potential candidates
Wednesday, March 20 @ 5 pm: Applicants notified of decisions

APPLY ONLINE @ https://go.illinois.edu/SCSPeer2024   by Friday, March 1 @ 11:59 pm

QUESTIONS: Contact Todd Spinner at spinner@illinois.edu