Student Employment Opportunities
The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA) is recruiting for student employment for the 2021-2022 academic year. Through these leadership opportunities you will gain valuable experiences that will contribute to building your skill set. Our office’s mission is to connect, empower, and develop the campus community for success.
All positions are open until filled.
We are searching for the following positions
Always Reaching Upward (ARU) Mentorship Program
Always Reaching Upward (ARU) is a mentorship program dedicated to the academic and sociocultural success of incoming college students. Experienced college students (Success Coaches) are paired with incoming students (Protégés) to provide a connection with UW-Parkside and its resources throughout the academic year.
Applications are now closed for ARU, check back in the Spring for 2022-2023 employment opportunities!
Success Coach Click Here To Apply
MOSAIC (Motivating Our Students to Advocate for an Inclusive Campus) Program
MOSAIC Educators facilitate discussions and workshops about diversity and inclusion for the UW-Parkside community. MOSAIC Educators will encourage students, staff, and faculty to demonstrate cultural competency and to advocate for an inclusive environment.
MOSAIC Educators View Virtual Info Session Click Here To Apply
Student Employment Positions Available
ARU Success Coach
Success Coaches are experienced college students that demonstrate exemplary leadership and passion to help others succeed. They serve as role models and as a positive resource for protégés (mentees, incoming students). They communicate regularly with their protégés to create welcoming place for them at Parkside. They engage in leadership and professional development activities and plan programming for protégés and the campus community.
Compensation and Hours
- $10.00 per hour
- Approximately 5-8 hours per week
Qualifications
- Cumulative GPA of 2.5
- Sophomore, junior, or senior in good standing
- Have excellent customer service skills, commitment to student success, and flexibility
- Commit a full academic year
A complete application will include the following documents:
- ARU Success Coach Application
- Responses to Essay Questions (listed on application)
- Resume (view Resume Writing and other Career Resources)
Applications are now closed for ARU, check back in the Spring for 2022-2023 employment opportunities!
Contact Amanda Markwardt at markward@uwp.edu.
ARU Student Coordinator
The ARU Student Coordinator is an experienced college student that demonstrates exemplary leadership and assists the Coordinator of the ARU Program. They complete administrative tasks, send communications, and plan programs. The ARU Student Coordinator also serves as a resource and liaison for both Success Coaches (Mentors) and Protégés (Mentees). They provide necessary support to the Always Reaching Mentoring Program and overall to the Parkside community.
Compensation and Hours
- $11.00 per hour
- Approximately 8-10 hours per week
Qualifications
- Have at least 1 year experience as a mentor/coach in a mentoring program or related leadership experience
- Cumulative GPA of 2.5
- Junior or senior in good standing
- Have excellent customer service skills, commitment to student success, and flexibility
- Commit a full academic year
A complete application will include the following documents:
- ARU Student Coordinator Application
- Responses to Essay Questions (listed on application)
- Resume (view Resume Writing and other Career Resources)
Applications are now closed for ARU, check back in the Spring for 2022-2023 employment opportunities!
*Please note: The Student Coordinator position is currently filled.
Contact Amanda Markwardt at markward@uwp.edu.
MOSAIC Educators
MOSAIC Educators work toward creating an inclusive environment for students at UW-Parkside by enhancing cultural competency on campus. They create and facilitate educational workshops, presentations, and programs for other students on campus. MOSAIC educator programs are focused on social justice, diversity, inclusion, and acceptance.
Compensation and Hours
- $10.00 per hour
- Approximately 4-8 hours per week
Qualifications
- Assist in creating educational workshops on race, ethnicity, and equity.
- Participate in Social Justice training.
- Facilitate small to large group discussions and activities to enhance cultural competency on campus.
- Applicants must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher.
- Students must be a sophomore, junior, or senior by Fall 2021.
A complete application will include the following documents:
- MOSAIC Educator Application
- Responses to Essay Questions (listed on application)
- Resume (view Resume Writing and other Career Resources)
Want to learn more?
Contact Colette Bell at bellc@uwp.edu.