Seasonal Application Reader - CMU Rales Fellows Program

Carnegie Mellon University

6d • Remote

About The Position

The Carnegie Mellon University Rales Fellows Program is seeking Seasonal Application Readers to assist with the review of applications for the 2027 cohort. As the program continues to grow nationally, we anticipate a high volume of submissions. Seasonal readers will help ensure each application receives a thoughtful, comprehensive, and fair evaluation aligned with the program’s mission and selection criteria. The Rales Fellows Program Application Reader is a seasonal/fixed-term, remote position. Readers will have a flexible weekly schedule and are encouraged to commit between 10–15 hours per week, with the option to work up to 17.5 hours as needed. In addition to a 1-hour training, selected readers will attend additional meetings as needed. Training for application readers will take place in early-mid December 2026. Regular hours for application review will commence in January 2027. We anticipate a higher reading volume in early to mid-January, which may extend into February as needed.

Requirements

• Graduate degree
• Ability to evaluate applicants holistically and align evaluations with program mission and criteria.
• Experience with selective and holistic graduate admission
• Reliable internet access and proficiency with Gmail, the Google Suite, Zoom, VPN
• Successful pre-employment background check

Nice To Haves

• Experience mentoring or advising students pursuing graduate study, strongly preferred.
• Faculty members or professionals familiar with graduate admissions expectations are especially encouraged to participate.
• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered

Responsibilities

• Attend one virtual (1-hour) training session to review program goals, selection criteria, and the evaluation process.
• Independently review assigned applications during December–January using a provided rubric and scoring guide.
• Submit feedback and scores to support selection committee decisions.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding applicant information and then review process.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous retirement savings program with employer contributions
• Tuition benefits
• Ample paid time off
• Observed holidays
• Life and accidental death and disability insurance
• Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass
• Access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs
• Fitness center access

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level