PSYC Undergraduate Job Opportunity-PAID
Application Deadline: Monday, June 20 at 5:00pm
Position: PREP Peer Mentor
What is the PREP program?
The Psychology Research Empowerment Program (PREP) is a new program set to launch in Fall 2016. The overarching purpose of the PREP program is to better prepare underrepresented minority undergraduate students for graduate education in psychology. PREP will engage students in research in their first year in college, facilitate positive relationships between minority students, faculty, advisors, and peers, and to prepare minority students to pursue doctoral level education.
PREP Peer Mentor Job Description:
The Department of Psychology is seeking two undergraduate psychology students to work with the Office of Undergraduate Studies staff this summer and for the 2016-2017 academic school year to help create and launch the PREP Program. Peer Mentors will gain experience and skills in program development, course development, teaching, mentoring, and research. Specifically, PREP Peer Mentors will work approximately 5 hours per week beginning in July and ending May 20, 2017:
-Develop recruitment materials for the PREP program
-Help recruit students for the PREP program
-Serve as a Peer Mentor for PREP students
-Work closely with PSYC advisors to create advising tools for the PREP program
-Lead orientation sessions for new Psychology students enrolled in the PREP program
-Assist with research assessing the benefits of the PREP program
-Work as an undergraduate teaching assistant for a one-credit PREP course in the Spring semester
-Other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements:
- Psychology major
- Will be a sophomore or junior in Fall 2016
- Record of strong academic performance (cumulative G.P.A. of at least 3.0)
- Must be available to begin in Summer 2016 and work approximately 5 hours per week.
Who Should Apply:
Students who are a good fit for this position enjoy interacting with others and demonstrate cross-cultural competence, leadership skills, and an strong interpersonal skills. Maturity and professionalism in written and oral communication are essential, as is the ability to handle confidential information with a high level of discretion. Task requirements often require proficiency in Microsoft Office, Qualtrics, and SPSS, so preference will be extended to those who can demonstrate their expertise or the ability to learn technical programs quickly. Ideal matches are students who creative, innovative, and highly involved in the PSYC program or on campus (research, teaching, student organizations, internships, service, etc.).
How to Apply:
- Please compile your professional Cover Letter and Resume into a single PDF document.
- Attach the file to an email and send it to the Director of Undergraduate Studies in Psychology, Dr. Salahuddin at nsalah@umd.edu. Subject line should read: PREP Peer Mentor Application
- Your cover letter should discuss your interest in the position and why you believe you would be a good fit.
- Your resume should highlight your academic and professional experiences.
A committee of staff and students will review applications and contact applicants by the end of June.
Application Deadline: Monday, June 20 at 5:00pm Position: PREP Peer Mentor
What is the PREP program?
The Psychology Research Empowerment Program (PREP) is a new program set to launch in Fall 2016. The overarching purpose of the PREP program is to better prepare underrepresented minority undergraduate students for graduate education in psychology. PREP will engage students in research in their first year in college, facilitate positive relationships between minority students, faculty, advisors, and peers, and to prepare minority students to pursue doctoral level education.
PREP Peer Mentor Job Description:
The Department of Psychology is seeking two undergraduate psychology students to work with the Office of Undergraduate Studies staff this summer and for the 2016-2017 academic school year to help create and launch the PREP Program. Peer Mentors will gain experience and skills in program development, course development, teaching, mentoring, and research. Specifically, PREP Peer Mentors will work approximately 5 hours per week beginning in July and ending May 20, 2017:
-Develop recruitment materials for the PREP program
-Help recruit students for the PREP program
-Serve as a Peer Mentor for PREP students
-Work closely with PSYC advisors to create advising tools for the PREP program
-Lead orientation sessions for new Psychology students enrolled in the PREP program
-Assist with research assessing the benefits of the PREP program
-Work as an undergraduate teaching assistant for a one-credit PREP course in the Spring semester
-Other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements:
- Psychology major
- Will be a sophomore or junior in Fall 2016
- Record of strong academic performance (cumulative G.P.A. of at least 3.0)
- Must be available to begin in Summer 2016 and work approximately 5 hours per week.
Who Should Apply:
Students who are a good fit for this position enjoy interacting with others and demonstrate cross-cultural competence, leadership skills, and an strong interpersonal skills. Maturity and professionalism in written and oral communication are essential, as is the ability to handle confidential information with a high level of discretion. Task requirements often require proficiency in Microsoft Office, Qualtrics, and SPSS, so preference will be extended to those who can demonstrate their expertise or the ability to learn technical programs quickly. Ideal matches are students who creative, innovative, and highly involved in the PSYC program or on campus (research, teaching, student organizations, internships, service, etc.).
How to Apply:
- Please compile your professional Cover Letter and Resume into a single PDF document.
- Attach the file to an email and send it to the Director of Undergraduate Studies in Psychology, Dr. Salahuddin at nsalah@umd.edu. Subject line should read: PREP Peer Mentor Application
- Your cover letter should discuss your interest in the position and why you believe you would be a good fit.
- Your resume should highlight your academic and professional experiences.
A committee of staff and students will review applications and contact applicants by the end of June.
