Peer Advisor WS 2026-27

St. Olaf College•Northfield, MN

8d•$12 - $13•Onsite

About The Position

Peer Advisors are an integral part of the Piper Center for Vocation and Career. By supporting their peers’ career and vocational exploration, these student leaders play a critical role in advancing the Piper Center’s work, in addition to providing fellow students with guidance and help to navigate career-related resources. If you are interested in developing your leadership skills, supporting your fellow students, furthering your own vocational exploration and career, and being part of a joyful and dynamic team, then we invite you to apply to be a Piper Center Peer Advisor!

Requirements

Current St. Olaf student, must be a rising junior or rising senior
Demonstrated leadership skills, including self-motivation, initiative, and the ability to complete work independently
Ability to interact professionally with a wide range of stakeholders including other students, staff, college leadership, faculty, alumni, and employers
Strong written communication skills, including the ability to edit and proofread written materials
Ability to work with and welcome students of diverse backgrounds and experiences
Interest in becoming a student expert to help others explore careers and use the resources of the Piper Center
Strong interpersonal and professional communication skills, including the ability to listen, advise, teach, and explain
Ability to manage high volumes of student walk-in traffic
Resourcefulness and skills in creative problem-solving
Ability to work a minimum of 6 hours per week, including occasional evenings or weekend events

Responsibilities

Training students on Handshake, the Piper Center’s online job and internship portal
Assisting students with resumes and cover letters
Helping students navigate their search for jobs, internships, and volunteer opportunities
Aiding in the development and execution of career fairs, information sessions, industry expert workshops, and classroom presentations
Coaching students on how to network and how to utilize networking resources
Working with students to identify electronic and print resources for their vocational needs
Promoting Piper Center events/services
Encouraging other students to visit the Piper Center and make use of resources including coaching appointments and drop-in hours
Staff drop-in hour shifts from 8:30 AM - 5 PM, Monday through Friday
Serve as Project Assistant(s) for a variety of special projects related to coaching areas such as on-campus recruiting, social impact and nonprofit programming, and career exploration for STEM fields.