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Title: TRIO Peer Mentor

Department: TRIO Scholars | Student Success Initiatives

Start Date: September 15, 2025

End Date: June 12, 2026

Rate: $16.50/hour | 5–8 hours per week

Application Deadline: May 12, 2025 at 11:59 PM

Interview Dates: May 19–20, 2025
 

About the Program

TRIO Scholars is a federally funded student success program housed in Student Success Initiatives (SSI) at UCI. We support the retention and graduation of students who identify as first-generation college students, come from low-income backgrounds, or receive disability services. Through mentoring, tutoring, enrichment workshops, personal guidance, and a structured roadmap for success, TRIO Scholars empowers students to meet their personal, academic, and post-graduate goals. Learn more at trioscholars.uci.edu and on Instagram at @trioscholars_uci.

Position Summary

TRIO Peer Mentors play a vital role in fostering a supportive and affirming space for TRIO students. Mentors serve as knowledgeable guides and positive role models, helping mentees navigate UCI, build community, and develop lifelong skills. This is an in-person, paid student leadership position that offers valuable experience in mentoring, outreach, event coordination, and student services.
 

Mentor Duties & Responsibilities

  • Schedule regular meetings with mentees to provide academic, personal, and professional support
  • Help mentees build time management, study skills, and goal-setting strategies
  • Share campus knowledge and help mentees access campus and community resources
  • Build meaningful and affirming relationships with mentees
  • Assist in planning and facilitating quarterly events and workshops
  • Promote TRIO events using design tools and social media platforms
  • Represent TRIO Scholars and SSI at campus-wide events, tabling opportunities, presentations, or student panels
  • Attend and actively participate in weekly staff meetings
  • Provide administrative support, including data entry, email outreach, and attendance tracking
  • Maintain timely and professional communication with mentees, staff, and program leadership

Expectations & Requirements

  • Attend mandatory Fall Peer Mentor Training (September 15–19, 2025 from 9:00 AM–4:00 PM, in person)
  • Commit to the position for the full academic year (Fall 2025–Spring 2026)
  • Work up to 8 hours per week on-site at the SSI office
  • Demonstrate professionalism in verbal and written communication
  • Be responsive, timely, and proactive with team responsibilities and deadlines
  • Complete required I-9 verification paperwork to confirm U.S. work eligibility
     

Qualifications

  • Current UCI undergraduate in good academic standing
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 at the time of application. 
    • If your GPA is below 3.00, you may still apply. Please use your cover letter to explain your current academic standing and the steps you’re taking to improve.
  • Passion for educational equity and working with diverse student populations
  • Experience in TRIO or similar programs (as participant or student leader)
  • Junior or senior standing during the 2025-2026 academic year is preferred.

How to Apply

Submit your application online by May 12, 2025 at 11:59 PM. A complete application includes:

  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter

Cover Letter Instructions

In your cover letter, please share:

  • Why you are interested in mentoring and working with TRIO-eligible students
  • Your background and/or lived experiences related to this student population
  • Any knowledge, experiences, or perspectives you bring that would support the needs of first-generation, low-income, or disabled students

Helpful Resume and Cover Letter templates.