Graduate Mentor -- Career Pathways Program

The New School; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The New School is seeking a Graduate Mentor for its Career Pathways Mentoring Program. You will be paired with four undergraduate students to support their academic and professional goals, meeting monthly for guidance and resource navigation, in a hybrid on-campus/remote format.

Responsibilities include four monthly meetings, initial in-person session, and supporting two group meetings over catered lunches. An 8-hour certificate will be completed before the semester starts.

Qualifications

• Graduate student in good standing and eligible for part-time work.
• GPA of 3.5 or higher; graduation date no earlier than May 2026.
• Able to provide guidance and connect mentees with university resources.

Responsibilities

• Meet with mentees: four meetings per month (in person or remote).
• First meeting with mentee must be in person; support two group meetings over catered lunches.
• Encourage mentees and guide them to university resources; communicate concerns to program chairs.
• Complete 8-hour asynchronous peer mentoring certificate before start.

Skills

Graduate student in good standing

GPA 3.5 or higher

Knowledge of university resources

Approachable and supportive

Job description

## Graduate Mentor -- Career Pathways ProgramApplylocations: JJ - 39 West 13th Streettime type: Part timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR109206The Center for Career Design and Development seeks graduate student mentors for their Career Pathways Mentoring Program Student Assistant Specialist. The Career Pathways Mentoring Program pairs a Graduate Mentor with four undergraduate students to help support their academic and professional aspirations. Mentorship is expected to help undergraduate students understand the value of finishing their degrees as a path to a career.We strongly encourage graduate students from across The New School to apply.****RESPONSIBILITIES***** Available to meet with mentees — 4 meetings per month (in person or remote)* The first meeting with mentee must be in person* Available to attend in person and support two group meetings over a catered lunch, one at the beginning of the program and one at the end* Responsible for encouraging your mentee and offering guidance as appropriate; steering mentee to university resources as needed; communicating concerns with pilot program co chairs as necessary* Participation in an 8-Hour Asynchronous Peer Mentoring Certificate program will be required (provided) prior to the start of the semester.****MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS***** Graduate student in good standing* Completion of at least one semester of full time study* Graduation date no earlier than May 2026* GPA equal to 3.5 or higher* Approachable, friendly, supportive, desire to and able to provide guidance* Knowledge of university resources****WORK MODE****Hybrid/Split – *Employees hired for this position have regularly scheduled, consistent percentage of time on campus (ex 1-4x/week) and also work some of the time remotely. #LI-DNI***Hourly Rate:** $21.00 per hour; 5 hours per week Fall and Spring Semesters****SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS** \* (*if applicable)***Application Materials● Résumé or CV● Cover Letter that explains in your own words why you would make a good mentor to undergraduate students* To be considered, please submit your completed application no later than **August 14, 2026**We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.**Responsibilities:**Graduate Mentor is paired with four undergraduate students to help support their academic and professional aspirations. Mentorship is expected to help undergraduate students understand the value of finishing their degrees as a path to a career.We look forward to receiving your application!