Spend your summer at the beautiful Itasca Biological Station, connect with incoming CBS students, and gain leadership experience while building your professional network. As a Peer Mentor, you’ll:
- Share your experiences as a CBS student and help incoming students navigate college life.
- Work closely with CBS faculty, learning about their research and teaching while building lasting professional connections.
- Assist with hands-on science activities and lead outdoor adventures at iconic spots like the Itasca Headwaters.
- Hone skills in communication, teamwork, and leadership—abilities you’ll carry with you into any future career.
Details
Dates: June 8-12 (training on East Bank) + June 20-21 (training at Itasca) + NOL@Itasca sessions (June 22 – July 3, July 7 – 24).
Pay: $3,550 for all 7 sessions (or prorated for partial availability), plus meals, lodging, and transportation.
Apply now to make an impact, grow as a leader, and enjoy an unforgettable summer!
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What Does a Typical Day Look Like?
- Day 1: Prepare for student arrivals with instructors and staff. Welcome students, lead group bonding activities, and kick off NOL traditions.
- Day 2: Assist in academic and lab modules, working with CBS faculty to introduce students to various biological sciences. Help run community building “mini-modules” in the afternoon. Lead “Real Talk” q&a session with students in the evening.
- Day 3: Mix academics with social activities. Help run the Itasca Expo and guide students in free-time activities like canoeing, hiking, or crafting.
- Day 4: See off the student buses, followed by cleaning and then downtime.
What Are the Job Responsibilities?
- Lead discussions and answer questions about life as a CBS student, such as finding research opportunities or adjusting to college.
- Act as a teaching assistant (TA) during hands-on science modules.
- Promote connections among students, faculty, and staff.
- Guide students to favorite spots around the field station, such as the Itasca Headwaters and Fire Tower.
- Emphasize campus resources and tools to help students succeed in their first year.
What Makes This Role Unique?
Being an NOL@Itasca Peer Mentor is more than a summer job, it's a leadership opportunity that combines fun, science, and community-building. Throughout the summer, you will:
- Grow both individual communication and group management skills.
- Develop your formal and informal leadership style and apply new techniques with each new group.
- Build lasting relationships with CBS faculty and new peers that will continue through your time in CBS.
- Work in a supportive team environment while enjoying the natural beauty of Itasca State Park.