Summer Assistant Housefellow Intern, Residential Education – Division of Student Affairs

Carnegie Mellon University’s department of Residential Education is searching for a Summer Assistant Housefellow to join their team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in an interesting and challenging work environment. Housefellows are principal contributors to the residential student experience and coordinate key critical initiatives within Residential Education that serve the broader student experience while working with campus-wide programmatic initiatives designed to enhance student development.

Encompassing more than a traditional residence life position, the Housefellow's role involves serving as students' primary metacurricular advocate at the university while enhancing their social, academic, intellectual, artistic and personal development.

Core responsibilities include:

• Convene RA for weekly Staff meeting

• RA team will meet at the end of finals to start planning the summer schedule of events and talk about responsibilities

• Meet weekly to discuss programming and any issues that might be occurring

• Communicate with staff about any building issues

• Help facilitate any purchasing that needs to happen

• Help facilitate students moving into summer assignment (rolling process) for Session 1 & 2

• Do a room audit for Summer session 1 & 2

• Help facilitate move-out for session 1 & 2

• Help housing address any facility issues

• Student issues over the summer are handled by Student affairs on-call and either the previous or upcoming student affairs contact person

• This summer HF would only help navigate any community impact

• Other duties as assigned

Flexibility, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within the Division of Student Affairs. Inclusion, collaboration and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies at CMU. Therefore, we are in search of a team member who is able to effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED Required

• 1-2 years of experience working in Housing and/or Residence Life required

• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Additional Information:

• Sponsorship: Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for CMU in the United States. CMU will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity.

• Hours: this role is a 30 hour per week position for 10 weeks from mid-May through early-August

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits available to eligible employees.

Those employees who are benefits eligible have the opportunity to experience the full spectrum of advantages from comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance to an enticing retirement savings program offering a generous employer contribution. You can also unlock your potential with tuition benefits and take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays . Finally, rest easy knowing you are covered by life and accidental death and disability insurance. 

Other perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access , and so much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits that may be awaiting you, explore our Benefits page .

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond just credentials, we consider the role and responsibilities, your invaluable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We acknowledge and appreciate your unique skills and the diverse perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Non-CMU Students

Position Type

Intern (Fixed Term)

Full Time/Part time

Part time

Pay Basis

Hourly

More Information: 

• Please visit “Why Carnegie Mellon ” to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world. 

• Click here to view a listing of employee benefits

• Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. 

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