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Pre@Mac Mentor- Summer
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Job ID 6311
Job Type On-Campus Jobs-Summer (Hourly)
Employer Admissions
Date Posted Apr 01, 2024
Category General Office
Job Description

PRE@Mac is a free four-day immersion into the college experience designed specifically for Minnesota high school students graduating in 2025 or 2026 from backgrounds Black, Indigenous, and Communities of Color. The program focuses on exploring the identities they will bring to a college campus and how to find a sense of belonging. Participants will sample real classes taught by Macalester professors and learn how to access financial aid resources to make college more affordable. PRE@Mac Mentors will serve as an ambassador to Macalester College.

 

Because this is an on-campus program, employment for this position will be limited to the following dates: June 17-24 (estimated total hours: 30-35).

 

Job Responsibilities

  • Aid in the creation and fostering of a community learning environment

  • Assist in cohort/community building activities such as ice breakers

  • Provide support in attending sessions with assigned small group

  • Connect with participants around various topics through intentional conversations

  • Serve as a role model and mentor for participants

  • Act as an educator to foster student learning tied to the mission of the program

  • Connect with participants around various topics through intentional conversations

  • Lead guided reflection activities

Job Requirements

Eligibility Requirements

  • Have full-time student status

  • Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.5 at the time of application

  • Must be in good standing with the Office of Title IX and Equity and have good disciplinary status with the Office of Student Affairs

  • Experience working with underrepresented people and/or communities

 

Qualifications

The Admissions Office employs around 25 students, including entry level Office Assistants, Multicultural and International Program Assistants, and Admissions Visit Ambassadors. All student employees serve as Ambassadors to Macalester and should be passionate about helping prospective students/families in a variety of ways with their college search process. PRE@Mac Mentors need to be comfortable with a variety of projects, including program management and administrative-based work. Skills should include:

  • Experience working with communities of color

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team 

  • Attention to detail and ability to maintain consistently high standards

  • Comfort with projects that require repetition

  • Strong organizational and activity planning skills

  • Clear communication (written and oral) and the ability to ask questions when necessary

  • Strong sense of initiative and self-motivation

  • Ability to adapt easily to changes in program and work schedule

Please email any questions to Claire Howland: chowland@macalester.edu.

Please Note: All Student Employees in Admissions serve as Admissions Ambassadors. By applying to this position/program, you are granting permission for Admissions to contact the Office of Student Affairs to inquire about your disciplinary status with the college. Current or past conduct violations do not necessarily mean you will be excluded from this selection process, however they can be taken into consideration. Students who are also interested in applying for a full summer term position in the Admissions Office may be hired in both capacities.

Available Openings 10
Hours 30.0 to 40.0 hours per week
Hourly Rate $15.57/hour
Time Frame Summer
Contact Name Claire Howland
Contact Email chowland@macalester.edu
Work Location N/A
Phone N/A


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