Peer Mentor

Posting Details

Posting Details

Position Title Peer Mentor Student Status Work Study Required- You are required to be a Federal Work Study Recipient to hold this position. Work Location Springfield Campus Department Academic Success and Transition Hiring Range $15.00/hr. Sponsorship Information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Department/Employer Operating Hours Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. How many hours per week are required? 7-9 Description of Primary Duties

• Peer mentors will be assigned to students and provide academic support strategies and informal mentoring.
• Peer mentors will plan and organize activities promoting academic support and campus involvement for students.
• Peer mentors will coordinate their activities with an assigned Success Coach and/or CAST staff.
• Peer mentors will table to promote coaching and CAST resources.
• Peer mentors will write weekly blog posts and create Peer Mentor support materials.
• Peer mentors will assist with coordinating panel discussions as needed.
• Peer mentors will help with other duties as assigned, including general office tasks.

Required Qualifications

• 15 credit hours completed
• Minimum MSU GPA of 3.0
• Good academic and conduct standing
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Genuine desire to help peers succeed
• Demonstrated leadership potential
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude
• Strong work ethic
• High standards of ethics and integrity
• Respect for the University and its students, faculty, and staff

Required Certifications Additional Qualifications Special Instructions to Applicants

As part of your application, please upload your Work Study 26-27 Confirmation Award Letter, which you received in an email from the Student Employment office.

Contact Information

Center for Academic Success and Transition (CAST)

417-836-8343

CAST@MissouriState.edu

Disclaimer

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Posting Detail

Open Date 08/07/2026 Close Date 08/28/2026 Posting Number 20260106STU

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Work Study Award Letter (Student)

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a current Missouri State University Student?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you currently seeking a degree at Missouri State University? Or are you currently seeking a teacher certification at Missouri State University?

• Yes

• No

• I'm not sure.

• • Is your overall GPA at least a 3.0?

• Yes

• No

• I am not sure

• • How many Credit Hours have you completed?

(Open Ended Question)

• • How many credit hours are you currently enrolled in?

(Open Ended Question)