Cornell University-posted 2 months ago
Part-time • Entry Level
Remote • Ithaca, NY
5,001-10,000 employees
Educational Services

Cornell University's College of Human Ecology is seeking a temporary seasonal admissions reader for the 2025 - 2026 undergraduate admissions season. Seasonal admissions readers are expected to commit to 15 - 19 hours per week during Regular Decision (January 5 through the second week of March 2026). Readers will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of an average of 2.5 -3 applications per hour. There may be an occasional opportunity to work additional hours. Training and work will be conducted remotely. Physical demands include prolonged periods of time reading from a computer screen and typing on a keyboard. Seasonal readers will be trained by and partner with the College of Human Ecology admissions staff throughout the reading period to review and evaluate first-year undergraduate applications, including the review of high school transcripts, essays, recommendation letters, and other application components. The admissions review is comprehensive within a highly selective admissions process. To ensure that admissions decision deadlines are met, seasonal readers must be able to read quickly, carefully, and objectively while providing thorough notes. All admissions applications are read online. Candidates must have a recent computer (preferably fewer than five years old) with a reliable, high-speed internet connection and must have access to a private, secure location in which to work.

  • Serve as the initial reader of application files from prospective first-year students.
  • Independently review high school transcripts, essays, recommendation letters, and other application documents.
  • Provide organized, clear, and thorough notations consistent with training.
  • Manage personal schedule to prioritize reading the expected volume of applications.
  • Maintain communication with the CHE Admissions staff.
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Well-developed computer skills and the ability to quickly adapt to new technology.
  • Strong ability to manage time independently.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to exercise sound judgment.
  • Willingness and ability to apply institutional and college priorities in accordance with training.
  • Be receptive to guidance and feedback from CHE Admissions staff and quickly adapt to suggested modifications.
  • Ability to maintain the strictest levels of discretion and confidentiality.
  • Prior experience in selective college admissions and/or attendance at, or previous employment at, a highly selective university.
  • Experience managing a heavy workload and a track record of meeting deadlines.
  • Understanding of the value of higher education.
  • Remote work option
  • Pay rate of $20.00/hr
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