Academic Peer Advisors

Academic Peer Advisors (APAs) assist students with developing an academic plan and major exploration. 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 $8.50 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 14, 2019 – May 15, 2020
May include University breaks
Optional summer availability from May 13 – August 13, 2019
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 14 – 16
Available for mandatory weekly training throughout each semester on Thursdays from 8:00 am-8:50 am

Application Process

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

Attend an Information Session: Tuesday, January 29 at 4:30p in Degarmo Hall 018 (CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER)
Review the APA Prezi presentation

Prezi presentation

Applications will be available from January 14 – 31, 2019 on the ISU Jobs website.

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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 8, 2019 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.