Residential Mentor, Leadership Alliance

University of Virginia•Charlottesville, VA

13d•$15

About The Position

Residential Mentor for Gaston House from June 1 to July 27, 2026. This program provides undergraduates from across the country with research opportunities on Grounds. The Residential Mentor will be expected to offer guidance and support to undergraduate researchers. In addition, the mentor will facilitate social events for program participants.

Requirements

Current UVA student

Nice To Haves

Ideal candidates will have experience in residential advising or student support roles.

Responsibilities

Pick up key cards from Gibbons House.
Be present during the Leadership Alliance check-in at Gaston House from 2:00–5:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 31, to distribute key cards. Students will arrive throughout the day.
Participate in the welcome meeting on Monday, June 1 (time TBD).
Hold a meeting with students to facilitate suitemate agreements, discuss health and safety protocols, and help residents get acquainted with one another.
July TBD: Pizza & Posters/Symposium
July TBD: Attend the Leadership Alliance Orientation (LANS) workshop to understand procedures for virtual national conferences.
July 27: Manage check-out (8:00am-11:00 am): Do a final check of students’ rooms, noting any damage or cleaning issues. Alert staff of any damages ASAP. Make sure all summer researchers check out upon completion of departures. RA returns in their key card.
Provide guidance on how to navigate to locations where program events are held.
Communicate with the Outreach and Engagement team to coordinate payments and logistics for activities that promote a welcoming and engaging environment for summer students.
Coordinate campus and Charlottesville tours for students.
Check in individually with each student.
Organize a social event for students in the Corner or Downtown Charlottesville (e.g., Fridays After 5). Invite other programs and their RMs to join.
Check in with students.
Meet/communicate with Laura Matinez about any updates, issues or concerns.
Communicate any emergencies or concerns to Laura Martinez.
Facilitate opportunities for students to engage in informal, fun activities or outings (e.g., Carter’s Mountain sunset concerts on Thursday evenings, shooting hoops, free yoga classes through the Contemplative Sciences Center, hikes).
Provide feedback to the program on major issues, any concerns related to students (including during field trips), and observations on interactions between students from different institutions and programs.