Federal Work Study: Student Worker- Financial Wellness Peer Mentor

Texas A&M University; Commerce (TX); On-site; USD 13,638 - 19,424; Part time

Job summary

East Texas A&M University in Commerce, TX seeks a Federal Work Study: Student Worker- Financial Wellness Peer Mentor to guide students in building financial knowledge through one-on-one mentoring and by creating engaging resources.

The role involves mentoring sessions, developing workshops and materials, and participating in ongoing professional development while documenting outcomes and maintaining confidentiality.

Qualifications

• GPA 2.50+ required.
• Active work-study eligibility required.
• Interest in financial wellness preferred.
• Comfort with mentoring peers.

Responsibilities

• Peer Mentorship – conduct one-on-one financial mentoring sessions with ETAMU students and maintain confidential records.
• Presentation, Workshops, and Resource Development – create financial wellness resources and lead or co-lead group workshops and campus outreach.
• Professional and Personal Development – complete required training and attend weekly team meetings.

Skills

Interest in financial wellness

One-on-one mentoring

Effective listening

Public speaking willingness

Education

GPA 2.50+

Active work-study eligibility

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Federal Work Study: Student Worker- Financial Wellness Peer Mentor

Agency: East Texas A&M University

Department: ASST PROV - ACAD AFFAIRS STUDENT SUCCESS

Proposed Minimum Salary: $12.00 hourly

Job Location: Commerce, Texas

Job Type: Student Worker

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Peer Mentorship – 60% Conduct one-on-one financial mentoring sessions with ETAMU students. Support students in building financial knowledge, skills, mindset, and behaviors. Maintain accurate, confidential records of session attendance, general topics, and outcomes. Make appropriate referrals to professional advisors, counseling, or other campus resources when needed.
2. Presentation, Workshops, and Resource Development – 30% Create engaging financial wellness resources (handouts, infographics, videos, or interactive tools). Lead or co-lead group workshops and presentations. Participate in outreach activities including tabling events, classroom visits, and campus awareness campaigns. Actively contribute ideas for program improvement.
3. Professional and Personal Development – 10% Complete required training modules and skill-building activities. Attend weekly team meetings and participate in ongoing professional development.

Minimum Requirements

• GPA 2.50+
• Holds an active work study permit or is eligible for work study

Preferred Education / Skills / Experience

• Strong interest in financial wellness, personal finance, or helping others succeed
• Comfortable engaging with peers in one-on-one mentoring conversations
• Willingness to present or co-facilitate workshops in front of small groups
• Good listening skills and a supportive, non-judgmental attitude
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to completing training and program responsibilities
• Note: No prior experience is required. We provide comprehensive training and ongoing support.

Supervision

Supervision of Others: None

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Welcome to East Texas A&M University. Employee information and promotional language has been omitted to maintain a job-description focus. Student worker positions are part-time roles available throughout the university in a variety of departments and offices. May work up to 19 hours per week while classes are in session; may work full-time during breaks and summer if enrolled for the upcoming fall; must not work during scheduled class times. Open to all actively enrolled students regardless of financial aid status. Work-study positions are need-based jobs funded through federal or state financial aid programs and allow students to earn money to help pay for educational expenses. Must be awarded federal or state work-study through Financial Aid.