Peer Mentors @ Think College VT
Peer mentors are the heart and soul of Think College Vermont
At Think College Vermont, Think College students pair up with undergraduate ¶¶Òõ̽̽ students in attending classes, learning skills, and socializing. These undergraduate students are known as "peer mentors".
We hire peer mentors on a rolling basis throughout the calendar year, but are especially interested in talking with undergraduate ¶¶Òõ̽̽ students who are available to begin work during the fall semester.
More About Peer Mentors
Their tasks include:
- Attending Think College meetings
- Pairing up with Think College students to attend classes
- Attending Think College social activities
- Working with the Think College director
Think College Vermont hires peer mentors at the beginning of every semester. We are currently full at the moment, but will be hiring again in December 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions About Being a Peer Mentor
Is this a paid position?
Yes. Think College Vermont peer mentors are paid through ¶¶Òõ̽̽'s work-study office.
How many hours per week do peer mentors work at Think College?
The hours are flexible, and depend on the peer mentor's availability and schedule.
Is peer mentoring done virtually, or in person?
The majority of peer mentor work is done in person. Peer mentors attend ¶¶Òõ̽̽ classes and social events with Think College students.
They also take part in a closed Think College Facebook group.
What are the qualifications for becoming a Think College peer mentor?
Think College peer mentors need to be fully enrolled ¶¶Òõ̽̽ undergraduate students.
Apply to become a Think College peer mentor
Think College Vermont is looking for ¶¶Òõ̽̽ undergraduate students to serve as peer mentors for the 2023-2024 school year. (.docx), fill it out, and return it to Bryan Dague via email: bryan.dague@uvm.edu.