Summer 2026 Peer Advisor Center for Academic Success
South Orange, NJ - USA
Job Summary
JOB SUMMARY | Summer Peer Advisors (PAs) support the successful transition of incoming first-year students before the start of the academic year. PAs assist during New Student Orientation and Welcome Week serve as early points of contact for assigned freshmen and Student Success Advisors (SSAs) and prepare for their fall Peer Advisor responsibilities. This paid position provides early leadership opportunities and contributes to a welcoming and engaging start to the college experience. |
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES | Assist with New Student Orientation by greeting students and families supporting registration labs and serving as a campus resource. Introduce yourself to your assigned Student Success Advisor (SSA) or ULife Instructor to begin planning for your Fall ULife course. Reach out to your assigned ULife class group to introduce yourself and begin relationship-building and resource sharing. Work collaboratively with your SSA or ULife Instructor to set Fall semester Peer Advisor goals. Conduct up to 2 hours per week of targeted outreach (email Teams or in-person) to assigned ULife students as needed. Attend optional summer info sessions to build confidence in your role. First-year Peer Advisors are especially encouraged to attend. Work any assigned office hours in the Center for Academic Success. Attend mandatory Peer Advisor training in August for the academic year. Assist in Welcome Week activities to help freshmen transition smoothly into campus life. |
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Successfully completed the 2026-2027 Peer Advisor interview process and was selected to hire or is a returning Peer Advisor. Will have completed at least 30 credits by May 15 2026. Will be registered for at least 12 credits for Fall 2026 unless otherwise approved. Will maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher with no incomplete grades. Is in good judicial standing with the University and have no active or unresolved conduct issues on my record. Must be enrolled in a matriculated program and registered at least half-time for Fall 2026 |
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FEDERAL WORK STUDY ELIGIBILITY | Not Required |
Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
About Company
As one of the nation's leading Catholic universities, Seton Hall University has been showing the world what great minds can do since 1856. SHU's main campus is located in the quaint town of South Orange, NJ, only 14 miles from New York City.