Become a Peer Success Coach

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Join Our Team!

Do you like to help other people?
Are you interested in further developing your leadership skills?
Are you interested in sharing your college journey with new students and helping them navigate the college experience?

We are NOW accepting applications for the 2024-2025 academic year!

Applicants should be current undergraduate UIC students in good academic standing. Must be eligible for/receive Federal Work Study.

All majors are welcome to apply!

Position Description: https://go.uic.edu/PSCJD

Minimum Qualification:

  • Eligible for Federal Work Study
  • 2.8 GPA or above
  • Must have completed a minimum of 2 semesters at UIC
  • Must be in good academic standing
  • Available to work 7-10 hours a week
  • Available on Fridays from 3pm – 5pm for weekly training
  • Must commit for the entire academic year
  • Interest in peer mentorship/coaching/learning communities
  • Resume and 1 letter of recommendation are required

The quality of your responses will be taken into consideration throughout all stages of the interview process (Invitation to interview and final offers).

Application Deadline: Friday, May 10th by 11:59pm

We require a resume and a minimum of 1 letter of recommendation. Letters of recommendation should be from a university faculty or staff member. You may also provide a letter from a current or former supervisor.

This position is for one academic year (Fall and Spring Semester) and will begin in mid-August.

  • Community Becoming a Peer Success Coach builds community and helps foster a sense of belonging at UIC

  • Leadership Learn about UIC, serve as a leader to your peers and gain valuable work experience

FOR APPLICANTS Click Here to Submit Your Application!

FOR RECOMMENDERS Submit Your Letter of Reference Here