Part-Time Application Reader - College of Engineering - Integrated Innovation Institute

Carnegie Mellon University; United States; Remote; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition benefits

Paid time off & holidays

Transit pass

Childcare support

Job summary

Carnegie Mellon University is seeking a Part-Time Application Reader within the Integrated Innovation Institute. You will support graduate admissions by holistically evaluating applications, participating in training to ensure fair reviews, and maintaining strict confidentiality throughout the admissions process.

The role involves remote work, 20+ hours per week, and occasional interviews during peak season.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is required.
• Experience as an application evaluator or reviewer is preferred.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work remotely for at least 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities

• Holistically evaluate graduate applications using rubric requirements (≈4 packages per hour).
• Attend training to ensure equity in the admissions process.
• Maintain confidentiality of admissions data (FERPA).
• Conduct admissions interviews to assess fit and motivation.
• Support additional admissions tasks (emails, inquiries) as needed during peak season.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor’s degree (required)

Tools

Slate Reader

Job description

Carnegie Mellon University is a private, global research university that stands among the world’s most renowned education institutions. With ground-breaking brain science, path-breaking performances, creative start-ups, big data, big ambitions, hands-on learning, and a whole lot of robots, CMU doesn’t imagine the future, we invent it. If you’re passionate about joining a community that challenges the curious to deliver work that matters, your journey starts here! The Integrated Innovation Institute at Carnegie Mellon University breaks down the silos that impede innovation. We believe that by uniting the disciplines of engineering, design, and business, we can build impactful solutions that create value for real people.

We are searching for a motivated and organized Part-Time Application Reader to join the admissions team at the Integrated Innovation Institute.

This individual will have a strong understanding of graduate admission processes and requirements to support application review and additional assignments during our peak application season (December to March 2027).

This role will report directly to the Associate Director of Admissions.

The hours will vary between 5-20 hours per week depending on training and workload needs.

What You’ll Do:

• Holistically evaluate applications based on rubric requirements (approximately 4 application packages per hour).
• Attend extensive application review training to ensure equity in the application process.
• Understand and maintain strict confidentiality of admissions process and application data.
• Attend all required meetings/trainings and respond to office communication in a timely fashion.
• Conduct admissions interviews for graduate applicants, assessing their academic background, motivation, and fit for the program.
• Support additional admission tasks (emails, application inquiries, etc.) as assigned and appropriate during the admissions season.

More About You:

• You are self-motivated with the ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.
• You have exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills in a diverse environment, and demonstrate a professional and confidential approach to the review process.
• You have strong analytical and evaluation skills.
• You have the ability to perform the majority of work functions through extended time on a personally owned computer with reliable internet access.
• You have previous experience as an application evaluator and training with application review software.
• Slate Reader preferred.
• You have the ability to work independently for extended periods and manage time constraints to meet admissions deadlines.
• You have experience working in a team environment with various communication tools - email, calendars, Slack, etc.
• communicate and collaborate within a team.
• You have higher education experience (not required, but a plus).
• You have a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (required).

Additional Notes/Requirements:

• Maintain University and FERPA policies in keeping confidentiality of personal information associated with applicants.
• Ability to work remotely at least 20 hours a week and reside in Pennsylvania, California, New York, Virginia or Washington DC.

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

Benefits:

• Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions.
• Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.
• Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.

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

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

Location Remote

Job Function Admissions and Financial Aid

Position Type Staff – Fixed Term (Fixed Term) Full Time/Part time Part time Pay Basis Hourly

Click here to view a listing of employee benefits. Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.

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