Career Peer Mentor (Fall 2026-Spring 2027)

/Duties A Career Peer Mentor is a paraprofessional working alongside professional staff and other interns in the Career Services office. Career Peer Mentors help students with resumes and cover letters but will also have the opportunity to present to groups on campus and complete projects tailored to their interests! This is a fall and spring semester internship open to ALL majors, but it may be particularly interesting to those interested in business, human resources, psychology, student affairs, and writing! The first semester is a 2-credit internship while training and learning are taking place.

Internship Details:

2 Credit Internship (during the fall 2026 semester) Availability needed for the fall 2026 semester and spring 2027 Training embedded into the fall schedule Opportunities for presentations and to represent the college at career and professional events

Job Duties:

Meet one-on-one with students for resume and cover letter critiques during open hours both virtually and in-person (CPM will work in-person at Career Services) Conduct presentations on basic resume/cover letter writing skills and promote Career Services to the campus community, including COR 101 classes in the fall 2026 and spring 2027 semesters Gain proficiency in interviewing techniques, basic job search strategies, and demonstrating a professional online presence Participate in Career Services events, workshops, and activities as available Complete projects that promote career and professional development for Cortland students Manage Career Services Social Media accounts to promote Career Service events and career development across campus

Job Expectations:

Represent Career Services positively and professionally in the office, online, and across campus Demonstrate maturity and responsibility Willingness to learn, grow, and support other students in their career preparation.

Benefits:

Internship credit and hourly wage Build your resume while helping others learn how to leverage their skills and experiences effectively Access to formal and informal career connections, networks, and knowledge to meet your own professional goals Days/Hours Needed Must be available for 2 drop-in hours sessions Monday-Thursday, 1-3 p.m. and for joint training hours TBD Must be available for the fall 2026 and spring 2027 semesters Campus Location/Bldg. Van Hoesen Hall, B-5

Required Qualifications Requirements:

Must be available for 2 drop-in hours sessions Monday-Thursday,1-3 p.m. and for joint training hours TBD Must be available for the fall 2026 and spring 2027 semesters GPA of 2.5 and above Must be a

SUNY Cortland Student Essential Skills:

Interpersonal and written communication Possess a growth mindset Ability to work as part of a team Ability to work 1:1 with peers with professionalism and integrity Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands Special Conditions for Eligibility Contact Name(s) & Email(s) Rob Binnall - robert.binnall@cortland.edu Salary Grade A-$16.00/hr. Salary