How to Apply
The Peer Advisor application will be available on Handshake (CSUSM's student job portal) until February 15 at 7:30 AM. Qualified applicants will be invited to interview the week of February 19.
Application Process:
- Make sure you meet the Peer Advisor Position Qualifications
- Apply and submit the following through Handshake:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Student Application (upload and submit under Transcripts)
- Supplemental Questions (upload and submit under Other Documents)
Supplemental Questions:
- Why are you interested in being a Peer Advisor?*
- What do you hope to gain from the Peer Advising experience?*
- List your available work hours for Spring 24 and Summer 24.
- Can you attend the Spring 24 Peer Meeting on Thursday from 8-9 am?
Presentation Criteria:
A 5-10 minutes presentation is required during the interview process. Facilitate a presentation on one of the following campus policies.
Topic examples:
- Academic Notice and Disqualification and Reinstatement
- Components of Graduation Requirements
- Course Repeats & Grade Forgiveness Policy
- Course Withdrawal Policy
- How to Enroll in Courses (Degree Planner, Schedule Assistant)
- How to use Academic Requirements Report (ARR), Test and Transfer Credit, Course Substitutions
After a thorough definition and examples, include:
- How do you see yourself implementing and sharing this information with fellow students in the Peer Advisor role.
- What is your communication style?
- What would be important to relay so the student feels informed and understood?
See the campus catalog/websites for assistance: http://catalog.csusm.edu/
Tips:
- You are welcomed and encouraged to use the Career Center services to help with your resume, cover letter, interview skills, etc. as you apply.