Summer Employment | Community Assistant Application

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Join our residential life team! 

We are looking for a team of responsible, caring, energetic individuals who are interested in working with high school students to promote a positive, inclusive, and authentic college experience.

Community Assistants (CAs) will serve as role models, provide valuable insight on the transition from high school to college, and promote a welcoming, inclusive environment. CAs live in the residence hall among our students, promote university and housing policies, develop evening and weekend social programs on campus, and chaperone field trips. 

Share your love for college and the U while building your work experience!

Community Assistant Application Information

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  • Assignment Dates 

    Summer Scholars Program: TBD

    • Approx. 50 positions available in the following academic areas:
      • architecture, biology, business, communications, computer science, digital media production, engineering, exercise physiology, nursing and health studies, pre-med, pre-law, political science, marine biology, sport administration, sport sciences

    UM Academies: TBD
    • Approx. 23 positions available in the following academic areas:
      • Atmospheric science
      • Business and entrepreneurship 
      • Spanish language

  • Eligibility

    • Applicants must be a current UM student (a continuing student in Fall '25) in a good academic and disciplinary standing
    • Free from outside commitments during assignment
    • Comfortable working a non-traditional schedule to include daytime, evenings, nights, and weekends
    • Eligible to work in the US

  • Desired Experience

    Prior work experience in any field is invaluable. We are seeking team-players with a strong work ethic ready to show up, pitch in, and get the job done. Work experience in the following areas is also relevant: student life, residential life (RA, First Year Fellow, security), Leadership (P100, student orgs, internship, etc.).

    Community Assistants will be assigned to lead and mentor a cohort of students in a specific academic track. We are seeking a wide-range of academic backgrounds:

    • Three-Week Credit Program:  architecture, biology, business, communications, computer science, digital media production, engineering, exercise physiology, nursing and health studies, pre-med, pre-law, political science, marine biology, sport administration, sport sciences
    • Two-Week Non-Credit Program: atmospheric science, business and entrepreneurship, Spanish language, crime scene investigation, criminal law, shark tagging

  • Compensation

    Community Assistants will be paid a stipend based on their assignment length:

    • Summer Scholars four-week assignment: 
      • TBD: Staff Training 
      • June 28 - July 18: Program Session 
      • Total stipend: TBD
    • UM Academies three-week assignment:
      • TBD: Staff Training 
      • June 28 - July 111: Program Session 
      • Total stipend: TBD

    In addition, during program dates and staff training, community assistants receive housing, a meal plan, and access to the Wellness Center. Residential staff will have the opportunity to visit South Florida attractions as chaperones on our many field trips.

    Note: A stipend is considered taxable income and taxes will be withheld from the student's compensation. Visit the Office of Student Employment for information.

  • Apply Now!

    1. Complete the Community Assistant Application and upload your resume as part of the application. 
    2. Submit two Letters of Recommendation (Recommendation Form available via the application link).

     

    Apply Now!

  • Questions?

    If you have questions please contact us at precollege@miami.edu or 305-284-5078.

Please note information is subject to change.

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