Academic & Career Development Peer Mentor

Position Details

Position Summary

Position Title Academic & Career Development Peer Mentor

Posting Number

Division Provost & VP for Student Experience

Department Provost & Student Experience (AA)

Location Erie, Pa

Position Summary

Career Readiness Learning Objectives:

In Alignment With The National Association Of Colleges And Employers ( NACE ) Competencies, Student Employees In This Position Will Develop

• Communication: Through peer coaching, presentations, and professional correspondence.
• Technology: Via hands-on use of Handshake, Excel, and other digital career tools.
• Professionalism: Demonstrated through professional dress, confidentiality, and time management.
• Equity & Inclusion: By supporting a welcoming and inclusive environment in both career coaching and the Career Closet.
• Critical Thinking: When tailoring a resume and clothing guidance to individual student needs.
  
  

We are seeking enthusiastic and dependable student leaders to join our Academic and Career Development ( ACD ) team as Academic and Career Development Peer Mentors. This position will gain hands-on experience by personally guiding and supporting students through resume and cover letter review and career resource education. This role also includes taking the lead in conducting Career Closet appointments and ensuring that professional wardrobe support is accessible and welcoming to all students.

This position offers valuable experience in communication, career coaching, customer service, public speaking, and office administration, all while helping promote a supportive and inclusive campus environment.

Key Responsibilities

Career Peer Support

• Serve as a consultant for students seeking help with resumes, cover letters, professional fashion, and student employment preparation.
• Conduct one-on-one professional development sessions with students and input notes in Handshake.
• Collaborate with professional staff for classroom presentations and student organization workshops on behalf of the department.
• Educate students on key career resources (e.g., Handshake, PeopleAdmin, etc).
  
  

Career Closet Management

• Assist students in selecting appropriate professional attire from the Career Closet.
• Maintain an inclusive, equitable, and organized space that reflects the university’s values.
• Collaborate with professional staff to manage inventory and donations: folding, steaming, tagging, restocking, and tracking incoming and outgoing items.
• Write donation thank you notes and send out to donors.
  
  

Office Operations & Customer Service

• Support professional staff in brainstorming and creating content ideas for social media and career fair promotions.
• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism and maintain strict confidentiality in all student interactions and data handling.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Must be interested and comfortable working in the Career Closet as well as working one-on-one with students on resumes, cover letters and professional development
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and customer service skills
• Demonstrated campus leadership or involvement
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office, specifically Excel; willingness to learn new platforms
• Commitment to confidentiality and respect for sensitive student information
• Creative, proactive mindset with a desire to contribute to team success
• Flexible schedule and willingness to grow with the department across semesters
• Embodiment of Gannon’s mission and values in daily work
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Good academic and conduct records at Gannon
• Demonstrated campus leadership experience
• Ability to work within a team setting and contribute effectively
• Ability to learn and utilize technology platforms that assist in carrying out responsibilities
• Must have a flexible schedule and looking to grow with our office in future semesters
• Must demonstrate critical thinking skills and be willing to work within a diverse team of individuals
• Demonstrate the desire to grow personally and professional and possess values of living out the Gannon experience
• Past experience writing a resume/cover letter for a class assignment or application
  
  

Physical Demands

Must be able to navigate the office and the entire campus environment with ease as the job requires one to deliver documents, small packages, and run errands from time-to-time. – Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 2

Job Posting Open Date 08/04/2025

Job Posting Close Date 08/25/2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is best suited for someone able to multitask, interested in fashion and retail, and who enjoys working with students in a one-on-one setting.