Peer Advisor Description and Benefits

Description:

The Peer Advisor for University College Academic Advising will have all or part of the following duties: assist in front office coverage to make phone calls to students reminding of scheduled appointments, retention efforts, etc; hold lobby hours to assist students waiting for advising appointments to review MyASU functions, major maps, DARS, e-mail setup, etc.; participate in orientation programs to assist new students with course scheduling activities; participate in orientation preparation phone calls to new UC students; participate in advising-related workshops in offices, residential communities, etc.

Training for Peer Advisors will be a collaborative effort utilizing online course instruction, in-person training, and ongoing development activities. Supervision: Peer Advisors will report to an advisor who has coordinating responsibilities for Peer Advisor activities on the specific campus.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Have declared a major at ASU.
• Have a 3.0 cumulative GPA.
• Have completed 25+ credit hours prior to position start date.
• Have an desire to assist students exploring their major options.

Benefits:

• Gain valuable training and leadership experience.
• Participate in a 1-credit hour/semester leadership course.
• Earn $8.25 per hour for 10 to 12 hours per week.
• Opportunity for summer employment.

To become a Peer Advisor for University College at the Downtown Phoenix, Tempe or West campus, please email your résumé and cover letter to Robert.Monahan@asu.edu. The subject line of the email should show which campus you wish to apply for (i.e. "Peer Advisor - Tempe campus”, etc.).

For more information contact:
Robert Monahan
Robert.Monahan@asu.edu 
480-965-4464