The Center for Career Design and Development seeks graduate student mentors for their Career Pathways Mentoring Program Student Assistant Specialist. The Career Pathways Mentoring Program pairs a Graduate Mentor with four undergraduate students to help support their academic and professional aspirations. Mentorship is expected to help undergraduate students understand the value of finishing their degrees as a path to a career.
We strongly encourage graduate students from across The New School to apply.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Available to meet with mentees — 4 meetings per month (in person or remote)
The first meeting with mentee must be in person
Available to attend in person and support two group meetings over a catered lunch, one at the beginning of the program and one at the end
Responsible for encouraging your mentee and offering guidance as appropriate; steering mentee to university resources as needed; communicating concerns with pilot program co chairs as necessary
Participation in an 8-Hour Asynchronous Peer Mentoring Certificate program will be required (provided) prior to the start of the semester.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate student in good standing
Completion of at least one semester of full time study
Graduation date no earlier than May 2026
GPA equal to 3.5 or higher
Approachable, friendly, supportive, desire to and able to provide guidance
Knowledge of university resources
WORK MODE
Hybrid/Split –
Employees hired for this position have regularly scheduled, consistent percentage of time on campus (ex 1-4x/week) and also work some of the time remotely. #LI-DNI
Hourly Rate:
$21.00 per hour; 5 hours per week Fall and Spring Semesters
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS
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Application Materials
● Résumé or CV
● Cover Letter that explains in your own words why you would make a good mentor to undergraduate students
To be considered, please submit your completed application no later than
August 14, 2026
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.
Responsibilities:
Graduate Mentor is paired with four undergraduate students to help support their academic and professional aspirations. Mentorship is expected to help undergraduate students understand the value of finishing their degrees as a path to a career.
We look forward to receiving your application!