Student Worker - FYEX 100 Peer Mentor Fall 2026
Requisition Number Stu720P Position Type Student Worker Department Department of Student Workers Job Title Student Worker - FYEX 100 Peer Mentor Fall 2026 Classification Student Worker Pay Rate $300 stipend/semester
Position Summary Information
Hours per week 1-2 Days Worked Flexible Hours/Shift worked Flexible
Posting Detail Information
Job Summary/Basic Function
FYEX 100 Peer Mentors are student leaders who support first-year students enrolled in FYEX 100 (First Year Experience) courses. Peer Mentors serve as role models, offer academic and social support, and work collaboratively with faculty to foster student engagement, belonging, and success during the transition to university life. Mentors assist students with navigating campus, and questions that come along with being a new student. They are also a resource for the faculty member's FYEX 100 class and assist faculty where necessary.
Required Qualifications
Recommended by a FYEX 100 faculty member
Enrolled as a Millersville University undergraduate student in good academic and disciplinary standing.
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Good communication & organizational skills
Ability to engage with other students
Complete 3 required clearances (PA Criminal Background, Child Abuse History, and FBI Fingerprints)
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of the MU campus and campus resources.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Comfortable helping students navigate classes.
Availability to provide students with helpful tips for classwork.
Demonstrated commitment to helping others succeed.
Job Duties
Attend mentorship training prior to start of semester.
Attend and actively participate in assigned FYEX 100 class sessions (typically 1 hour/week for 14 weeks, or as required by faculty).
Facilitate small group discussions and activities within class.
Offer guidance and support to first-year students outside of class (approx. 1 hour/week).
Be a resource for new students / assist students with campus navigation.
Promote campus resources, events, and student success strategies.
Collaborate regularly with / assist faculty member in navigating FYEX 100 class.
Submit reflection forms or brief weekly logs as requested.
Assist FYEX faculty with necessary assignments.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
The $300 stipend is based on an estimated 20-25 hours of total work across the semester (approx. 1.5-2 hours/week for 14-15 weeks). This may include:
Training and orientation.
Class attendance and participation.
Meeting and communication with students and faculty.
Occasional planning or events outside of class time.
Posting Open Date 04/17/2026 Posting Close Date 09/07/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants
Cover letter and resume are optional.
Fall class schedule is required, which will help us to assist you with determining the best working hours during your academic and extra-curricular schedule.
Quicklink for Posting/Requisition https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/14807