Undergraduate Consultant Opportunity

Want to be a consultant with The Speaking Center?听

We accept applications for new peer tutors to begin each semester.听 Positions are available to undergraduate students through the following tracks:

  • 听 Capstone Requirement for Communication Majors听
  • 听 Interdisciplinary/Work Study for Any Major (IDS:3949)

Peer consultants are expected to communicate effectively in public, interpersonal and group settings, show leadership qualities, take an interest in teaching and learning, and demonstrate professionalism.听听

Applicants must:听

  • completed SPC-2608 or a similar course that shows a strong aptitude for public speaking.
  • demonstrate strength in communication skills and hold an interest in how communication works.
  • be committed to working with us for at least two (2) semesters.

Overall GPAs will be considered, a minimum overall GPA of 2.8 is required.听

To apply, expect to submit the following:听

  • a cover letter, explaining your interest in becoming a consultant with the center.
  • a current resume.
  • a faculty reference letter
  • 6-8 hours that you are available every week of the term.

After successful training, consultants will meet with peers, host talks, give center talks, and attend staff meetings/trainings. Contact us with any questions or stop by and visit us during the posted hours.听

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