PEER Mentor - Biology

University of Portland Portal • Portland, OR

22h • Remote

About The Position

PEER Mentors are undergraduate students in the Biology Department who support their fellow students through peer mentoring, guidance, and community-building. Mentors draw from their own academic experiences to help mentees navigate coursework, build confidence, and stay engaged in the major. Through regular check-ins, resource sharing, and department involvement, PEER Mentors play a key role in promoting student success, connection, and resilience within the Biology program.

Requirements

• Are a Biology major with junior standing or above
• Have completed core Bio classes
• Are friendly, dependable, and a good listener
• Want to make a positive impact in the Bio community
• Can commit ~2–3+ hours/month during the semester

Nice To Haves

• Experience mentoring, tutoring, or leading student groups
• Knowledge of campus academic support services
• Interest in inclusive teaching and learning

Responsibilities

• Support fellow students through peer mentoring, guidance, and community-building.
• Help mentees navigate coursework, build confidence, and stay engaged in the major.
• Conduct regular check-ins with mentees.
• Share resources with mentees.
• Participate in department involvement activities.
• Promote student success, connection, and resilience within the Biology program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree