Embark Peer Coach- Part Time

Penn State University

University Park, PA, US
Not specified; free housing + meals provided durin...
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Current penn state undergraduate student
Commitment to june 7-12 2026 program dates
Completion of paid asynchronous training hours
Peer coaches will directly support incoming first-year students on the autism spectrum as they transition to Penn State through individual and group interactions

Job Summary

  • Peer coaches will directly support incoming first-year students on the autism spectrum as they transition to Penn State through individual and group interactions.
  • The role requires staying overnight in dorms during the program week to provide continuous support while receiving free housing and meals.
  • This position offers an opportunity to develop leadership and facilitation skills while gaining experience in higher education student success contexts.

Matching Summary

Peer coaches will directly support incoming first-year students on the autism spectrum as they transition to Penn State through individual and group interactions.

Salary

Not specified; Free housing and meals provided during program; Paid training included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Current Penn State undergraduate student
  • Commitment to June 7-12 2026 program dates
  • Completion of paid asynchronous training hours

Nice-to-have

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Thoughtful patient and respectful approach
  • Interest in autism spectrum support and student success

Key Requirements

  • Must be current undergraduate student at Penn State
  • Preference for College of Education majors
  • Successful completion of background checks

Work Rights

Must be current Penn State undergraduate student

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