Mentor in Training

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Mentor in Training (MIT) is a structured, semester-long, outside-the-classroom, experiential learning opportunity designed to equip participants with the foundational skills necessary to execute the role of a peer mentor. Mentors in Training will engage in guided learning, professional development, campus outreach, and practice mentorship experiences throughout the semester.

Job Responsibilities

• Participating in both in-person and online training sessions to build an understanding of mentoring principles and OMP services.
• Attending Mentor in Training team meetings, Peer Mentor Program meetings (as schedule allows), and weekly supervisory meetings to support individual development.
• Engage in self-paced online training (e.g., FERPA, Safe@Weber, Mental Well-Being, etc.) and professional development workshops.
• Shadowing each professional staff member in the Office of Mentoring Programs at least twice per semester.
• Participating in end-of-semester presentations to reflect on learning, growth, and program contributions.
• Collaborating on individual or team projects that enhance mentoring programs and processes.
• Lead or Co-lead projects such as: Process improvements (mentee intake, inactive student response, etc.), Lesson plan creation or restructuring, Event planning and coordination, Training development or facilitation support.
• Completing mock one-on-one mentoring sessions twice per month to practice facilitation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Assisting with tabling, classroom presentations, and outreach events to promote the Office of Mentoring Programs.
• Participating in events from each area of the OMP (Faculty/Staff Mentoring, College-Based Mentoring, PMP).
• Contributing to planning, set-up, and support for office and campus community events.
• Demonstrating timeliness and consistency with scheduled work time and meetings.
• Maintaining proficiency with Google Workspace (Calendar, Drive, Docs, Sheets, etc.) and demonstrating professionalism in all communication.
• Maintaining consistent communication with supervisors and peers via email, meetings, and shared documentation.

Required Qualifications

• Education: 2.5 GPA or higher
• Full-time (12 credits or more)
• 50/50 available; FAFSA/Work Study Eligible
• Preferred Undergraduate student
• Preferred First-Year class standing (open to all class standings)
• All majors encouraged to apply
• Must demonstrate an ability or desire to work effectively with a diverse student population, especially underrepresented students
• Applicants interested in working with specific student populations must demonstrate knowledge of the student populations and their needs, and/or demonstrate an ability to learn quickly
• Excellent communication skills (presenting/communicating information, actively listening, mediating, conflict management)
• Dependable and responsible with strong time management
• Team-oriented
• Autonomous and proactive
• Gmail experience

Background Check?

Yes