Academic Peer Advisors

University College Academic Peer Advisors (APAs) assist students with developing academic plans and connecting them with campus resources through professional advice and personal experience.

Peer Advisors are paired with a full-time professional advisor and have the following job responsibilities:

Advise first-year students with academic planning
Assist in the delivery of University College program and services, which may include public presentations
Acquire a general knowledge of University programs, services, policies including all applicable academic deadlines
Assist the University College Advising office with answering phone calls, checking in students in the reception area, scheduling appointments for advising staff, and providing timely and accurate information to appropriate University offices

Be a Peer Advisor

Become a member of one of the longest-running Academic Peer Advising programs in the nation. In addition to learning more about the resources at Illinois State, you will also gain valuable skills to help you as you transition to your career.

Benefits

Starting salary is $11.00 per hour. Pay increases possible after the first year.
Early move-in for on-campus housing
Priority registration each semester
Gain valuable leadership and communication skills
Opportunities available for professional development

Dates of Employment

August 12, 2021 – May 6, 2022
May include University breaks
Optional summer availability from May 10 – August 11, 2021
Work 14 – 16 hours a week (dependent on advisement office needs & time of year)
Office hours: Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm & Friday from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Who Can Apply

Current undergraduate students
Minimum GPA: 2.75
Minimum 1-year commitment
Available for mandatory pre-semester training August 12 and 13, 2021
Available for mandatory weekly training throughout each semester on Thursdays from 8:00 am-8:50 am

Application Process

Applications will be available from January 8 – 31, 2021 on the ISU Jobs website.

There are two ways you get more information about the Peer Advising position and the process to apply.

Information Sessions:

Thursday, January 21 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. on Zoom

Monday, January 25, 2021 from 5:00-6:00 p.m. on Zoom

Review the Prezi Presentation with information on the role and application process.

Reference Form

At least one reference form is required in order to be considered for the Academic Peer Advising position. Reference forms must be submitted before the February 7, 2020 deadline.

Examples of people who may complete a reference are:

Past/Current Faculty (Professors)
Staff Members
Coaches
Past/Current Employers
High School Teachers
Previous College Faculty/Staff
Registered Student Organization Advisors

If you have any questions about the Academic Peer Advisor position, feel free to contact Chris McCombs, Assistant Coordinator and APA Supervisor, University College Academic Advisement, at cjmccom@ilstu.edu.