TRIO Peer Connector; Co-hort

Job Description:

The TRIO Peer Connector serves as a mentor, guide, and resource for fellow students within the TRIO program. You will help students navigate campus life, connect them with academic resources, and foster a sense of community. This is an ideal role for students who are passionate about helping others succeed and want to develop leadership and professional communication skills.

• Peer Mentorship:
  
  Provide one-on-one and group support to TRIO students to help them acclimate tothe college environment.
• Resource Navigation:
  
  Guide students toward campus services such as tutoring, financial aid, and career counseling.
• Event Support:
  
  Assistin the planning and execution of TRIO workshops, cultural trips, and academic seminars.
• Outreach:
  
  Conduct check-ins with assigned "mentees" to ensure theyare meeting program requirements andhittingacademic milestones.
• Administrative Assistance:
  
  Maintainaccuratelogs of student interactions andassistwith light office tasks as needed.

This is a soft launch of the Peer Connector program, and new Peer Connectors will generally be asked for assistance with event support and workshops this semester,in-house student assistance (using the printers, computer trouble shooting, etc.), andadministrativeassistance, with opportunities to grow in future semesters.

Current Student:

Must be a currently enrolled student in TRIO Student Support Services at OCC

Academic Standing:

Maintaina minimum GPA of2.5

Communication:

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to speak comfortably with diverse groups of peopleor willingness to learn!

Reliability:

Proven ability to manage time effectively and follow a set schedule.

Recommendation:

Must be able to obtain a letter of recommendation from your TRIO Navigator

Work Hours: Peer connectors will commit to 2-4 hours a week.