Summer Study Academic Mentor; On-site, Temporary

About the Summer Study Program (July 8-28, 2026)

Babson Summer Study is an accredited, 3‑week experiential online program for rising high school juniors and seniors to develop an entrepreneurial mindset and become innovators and changemakers. Running from July8 to July
28,2026, this program strengthens students’ understanding of the United Nations’ Global Goals while helping them build the competencies and confidence to address problems, seize opportunities, and create change that leads to their desired future. The Academic Mentor will work closely with their assigned faculty lead throughout the course to facilitate a productive Summer Study experience for students. Academic Mentors are expected to develop a strong working relationship with their faculty lead and serve as a visible, positive influence for all students in their section.

Each section consists of approximately 30 high school students.

Location:

on the campus of NEIA:
New England Innovation Academy in Marlborough, MA.

Attend weekday classes (Monday through Friday during program hours). Online sessions take place from 8:00am–11:00am. Mentors must be located in the Boston area during the program to support their faculty lead and students in‑person from Monday through Friday. Mentors must be on the NEIA campus in Marlborough, MA for class sessions no later than 30 minutes before the start of class.

• Demonstrated willingness to travel to and from the onsite program (located on the campus of NEIA: New England Innovation Academy in Marlborough, MA) on Monday‑Friday for the duration of the Summer Study Program.
• Energy and commitment to entrepreneurial leadership.
• Strong academic record demonstrated through coursework at Babson.
• Enthusiastic self‑starter with a strong desire to empower youth.
• Written fluency in a second language is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize work.
• Resourceful, creative, and capable of handling multiple projects at one time and meeting deadlines.
• Ability to commit to up to 10 training hours prior to the program launch.
• Willingness to learn skills such as CAD software and/or machinery in the Weissman Foundry.
• Commitment to program hours plus up to 2 additional hours each day working with assigned teams (July8‑28,2026, 8AM–1100AM ET on weekdays).

• In‑person mentors must be physically residing in the U.S. in Massachusetts during the period that Summer Study is being held, July8‑28,2026.
• Mentors for the in‑person cohort will be reimbursed for car mileage and/or group rideshare expenses.

This is a non‑exempt position with an hourly rate of $15.00. The position includes paid sick leave where required by law. Eligibility, accrual, and usage will follow applicable state and local regulations.

All questions or concerns about this posting should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at hr.