RISE SSS Peer Mentor - Summer 2026
Seton Hall University
Location
South Orange, New Jersey
Quick overview
The Peer Mentor provides academic, social, and personal guidance to students through one-on-one sessions and group activities. They also facilitate campus resource referrals and assist in organizing community-building workshops and events.
Requirements summary
Applicants must be currently enrolled students in the RISE SSS Program at Seton Hall University in good academic and disciplinary standing. Strong communication skills and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality are required.
Job description
Job summary
The Peer Mentor serves as a dedicated student leader and resource for peers within Student Support Services. The primary focus of this role is to assist fellow students in navigating their academic, social, and personal transitions at the university. Peer Mentors foster a welcoming community, provide guidance on campus resources, and facilitate engagement through one-on-one check-ins and group activities.
Duties & Responsibilities
Peer Guidance
Conduct regular one-on-one or group mentoring sessions with assigned mentees to discuss academic progress, goal setting, and campus life adjustments.
Resource Referral
Connect students with vital campus resources, including academic advisement, the Academic Resource Center, career services, and counseling.
Event Facilitation
Assist in planning, promoting, and executing workshops, social events, and community-building activities hosted by Student Support Services.
Administrative Support
Maintain accurate documentation of student interactions, track attendance for events, and complete brief periodic progress reports.
Team Collaboration
Attend mandatory staff meetings, training sessions, and maintain open communication with the supervisor and program coordinators.
Required qualifications
Must be a currently enrolled student at Seton Hall University in good academic and disciplinary standing in the RISE SSS Program.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills.
Demonstrated reliability, empathy, and a strong desire to support the success of fellow students.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality regarding student information.
Must be enrolled in a matriculated program and registered at least half-time for Fall 2026
Desired qualifications
Previous experience as a mentor, tutor, orientation leader, or active involvement in campus organizations.
Familiarity with the diverse resources and services available across the South Orange campus.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
CONTACT
khazema.rauf@shu.edu [khazema.rauf@shu.edu]
Federal work study eligibility
Not Required
Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).
