Applications are now available! Completed applications are due by 5:00 p.m., Friday, Jan. 25, 2013.
What is a Peer Leader?
A Peer Leader is a current full-time student that exemplifies and upholds Penn State's mission, core values, and school spirit. Peer Leaders are a critical component to the transition and success of our new students and serve as vital student leaders by guiding new students through Orientation, Move-In Day, and New Student Day.
What are the benefits of being a Peer Leader?
- Paid position ($8.50/hr)
- Resume builder
- Great way to get involved on campus
- Learn about resources on campus
- Make new friends and build relationships
What type of time commitment should I expect?
There will be various one-hour training sessions during the Spring 2013 semester.
Additional training will occur noon-5:00 p.m., Friday, May 10, 2013.
Orientation is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the following days:
Monday - Friday, June 17 - 21, 2013
Monday - Friday, July 8 - 12, 2013
Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2013
Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2013
Move-In Day:
August 22, 2013 (Times to be determined)
New Student Day
August, 23, 2013 (Times to be determined)
What are the requirements to apply?
Interested applicants must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher and submit a completed application by 5:00 p.m., Friday, Jan. 25, 2013, to the Student Development Center, room 101, Student Union Building.
Applicants must submit the followin:
Application
Resume*
Cover letter*
One Academic Reference
One Professional Reference
Copy of class schedule for spring 2013
Incomplete and/or late applications will not be considered.
*To obtain assistance with your resume and cover letter, please schedule an appointment with Larissa Ciuca, student personal and career counselor, 724-773-3959, or stop by the Student Development Center, room 101, Student Union Building, between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Click here to find out more about the current 2012-2013 Peer Leaders.
Adrijana Vukelic
Amanda Palombo
Corey Wright
Dan Trzcianka
Morgan Brown
Nick Anderegg
Paul Toma
Ryan Hudacsak