Bilingual College Mentor for First-Year Students

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Enlace Chicago is seeking Peer Mentors to support first-year students at multiple Chicago colleges and universities. The role focuses on guiding mentees through their initial year, providing academic and social-emotional support, and connecting them with campus and community resources.

Ideal candidates are 2nd–4th year college students, with at least 30 credits, a 3.0+ GPA, and full bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in college/university (2nd–4th year) and maintaining good academic standing.
• Must have completed at least 30 credits toward degree.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA or higher.
• Fully bilingual in English and Spanish (spoken, read, and written).
• Resides in Little Village or graduated from a Little Village high school.

Responsibilities

• Mentor mentees and refer them to campus and Enlace Chicago resources; be the first friend and guide.
• Maintain regular communication via text, email, or meetings; plan social activities and workshops.
• Ensure mentees meet with academic advisors and follow up on progress.
• Attend peer mentor meetings and professional development; support cohort with monthly 1:1s.
• Collect and help manage required data for program evaluation; commit up to 20 hours per week.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Public Speaking

Strategic Leadership

Social awareness

Critical Thinking

Attention to detail

Innovation and Creativity

Education

2nd/3rd/4th year college student

30 credits completed

GPA 3.0 or higher

Job description

Enlace Chicago is seeking Peer Mentors to support first-year students at multiple Chicago colleges and universities. The role focuses on guiding mentees through their initial year, providing academic and social-emotional support, and connecting them with campus and community resources.

Ideal candidates are 2nd–4th year college students, with at least 30 credits, a 3.0+ GPA, and full bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.