Seasonal Undergrad Admissions Reader - Part-Time

Caltech; Pasadena, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Caltech is seeking an Undergraduate Admissions Seasonal Application Reader. This part-time, temporary role evaluates undergraduate applications and supports related projects, reporting to the Deputy Director of Undergraduate Admissions.

The position requires participation in a committee-based evaluation process. Responsibilities include reading applications in pairs, adhering to a daily schedule during Pacific time, and completing other admissions tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience reading applications in admissions or as a Caltech Admissions Ambassador.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse audiences.
• Conscientious, proactive, self-motivated, and a strong team player.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Attention to detail in holistic review of materials.

Responsibilities

• Read, evaluate, and recommend admission decisions in a committee-based process.
• Read in pairs with a Caltech admissions officer, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Pacific (first weeks 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.).
• Carry out other admissions-related projects as assigned by the Director.
• Dates: 15 hours per week; Oct 19, 2026 – Feb 19, 2027.

Skills

Reading applications

Attention to detail

Verbal & written communication

Deadline driven

Team player

Education

Experience in admissions reading

Tools

Zoom

Job description

Caltech is seeking an Undergraduate Admissions Seasonal Application Reader. This part-time, temporary role evaluates undergraduate applications and supports related projects, reporting to the Deputy Director of Undergraduate Admissions.

The position requires participation in a committee-based evaluation process. Responsibilities include reading applications in pairs, adhering to a daily schedule during Pacific time, and completing other admissions tasks as assigned.