CHE Temporary Seasonal Reader

Cornell University • Ithaca, NY

2d • Remote

About The Position

Cornell University’s College of Human Ecology (CHE) is seeking temporary seasonal admissions readers for the 2026-2027 undergraduate admissions season. Seasonal admissions readers are expected to commit to 10 – 19 hours per week during Early Decision application review (November 1 through the second week of December 2026) and 15 – 19 hours per week during Regular Decision (January 2 through the second week of March 2027). Readers will conduct a comprehensive review and evaluation of an average of 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. We cannot consider candidates who are the immediate relatives (parents/guardians, spouse, child) of a high school senior or anyone applying to Cornell University. currently work with high school students or who are college admissions professionals, including high school guidance counselors and independent consultants. are currently employed as a seasonal reader at another college/university.

Requirements

• 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.
• Recent computer (preferably fewer than five years old) with a reliable, high-speed internet connection.
• Access to a private, secure location in which to work.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in selective undergraduate college/university admissions.
• Experience managing a heavy workload and a track record of meeting deadlines.
• Understanding of the value of higher education.
• Experience using SLATE CRM.

Responsibilities

• 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 accurate notes consistent with training.
• Manage personal schedule to prioritize reading the expected volume of applications.
• Maintain communication with the CHE Admissions Staff.

Benefits

• Pay Rate: $20 per hour

What This Job Offers

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