Student Worker - Undergraduate Writing Consultant

Baylor University • Waco, TX

6h • $10 • Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Writing Excellence (CWE) is looking for a diverse group of
capable, high-achieving, and motivated undergraduate students from any major to
work as an Undergraduate Writing Consultant. Our consultants work one-on-one
with writers from every major, level, and language background on their writing.
This position cultivates diverse  communication, leadership, and interpersonal
skills that employers and graduate programs consistently rank among the most
valued competencies in any field.

Students from all majors are encouraged to apply! You do not need to be an
English major or a “perfect” writer. You just need to be curious, caring, and
committed to helping others grow.

Requirements

• The ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with others
• A willingness to learn, grow, and adapt
• Openness to different perspectives and experiences
• Curiosity about writing and how people develop as writers
• Professionalism (being on time, taking initiative, completing tasks, and communicating thoughtfully and respectfully)

Responsibilities

• Work one-on-one with students at every stage of the writing process (brainstorming, researching, outlining, drafting, revising, and editing), offering support with argument, thesis, audience, purpose, evidence, organization, grammar, and style
• Support writers from a wide range of disciplines and across genres, including research papers, essays, lab reports, proposals, resumes, and personal statements
• Write session notes following each tutoring session and thoughtfully implement feedback to support your ongoing growth 
• Participate in a paid orientation and training program that includes orientation, regular staff meetings, peer observations, and one-on-one mentoring
• Collaborate with directors on tasks, special projects, outreach, and presentations as needed
• Engage actively in orientation, training sessions, staff meetings, and observations
• Work in the CWE a minimum of 7 hours per week and a maximum of 20 hours per week, based on CWE needs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees