Student Peer Mentor RISE SSS Fall 2026Spring 2027
South Orange, NJ - USA
Job Summary
JOB SUMMARY | The RISE Student Support Services (SSS) Student Peer Mentor plays a key role in supporting first-generation income-eligible and/or students with disabilities in their transition to and success at Seton Hall University. Peer Mentors provide academic support guidance and encouragement to aid in student retention and success. |
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES | Provide 1-on-1 and group mentorship to assigned RISE SSS student mentees throughout the academic year. Assist mentees with academic goal setting study strategies time management and university resource navigation. Help facilitate RISE SSS orientation activities workshops and program events. Maintain accurate documentation of mentee interactions and program progress. Attend all required staff meetings supervisor check-ins and peer mentor training sessions. |
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Current Seton Hall University undergraduate student in good academic and judicial standing. Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 or higher. Strong interpersonal communication and active listening skills. Demonstrated leadership ability empathy and commitment to helping peers succeed. Must be Federal Work-Study (FWS) eligible. |
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS | Active enrollment or participation in the RISE SSS or EOP programs preferred. Previous experience in leadership peer tutoring mentoring or student organization involvement. High level of cultural competency and experience working with diverse student populations. |
CONTACT | Khazema Rauf |
FEDERAL WORK STUDY ELIGIBILITY | YES 2026/27 Federal Work Study eligibility required (check your Financial Aid Offer on the University Portal) |
Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).
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.