Student Employment Opportunities

Apply to become a Tutor (currently accepting applications):

We are looking for tutors to tutor specific, upper-level courses. The tutor application Spring 2024 semester is open. Apply now! 

If you have any questions, please contact mcnair@geneseo.edu.

Apply to become a Teaching Assistant/Peer Mentor (future openings):

The McNair Program is seeking to fill two (2) Teaching Assistant/ Peer Mentor (TA/PM) positions for the Geneseo Introductory Research Opportunity (GIRO) Summer Program. The TA/PM will work closely with the McNair staff and GIRO faculty in order to assure the success and development of the McNair scholars throughout the summer program. The TA/PM position is a 6-week position that reports to the Program Coordinator of the McNair Scholars Program. This is a Research Foundation (RF) for SUNY position. The salary is $5,250 (each).

The TA/PM is responsible for the following:

  • Meeting daily with the Director;
  • Meeting with assigned GIRO faculty member on a scheduled basis (determined by both counterparts);
  • Town-hall supervision, including but not limited to making rounds and completing work orders;
  • Coordinating tutor hours and overseeing library hours;
  • Serving as the academic liaison between instructors, tutors, students, and the McNair staff;
  • Assist with daily office tasks;
  • Plan and facilitate activities for scholars; serves as point person for field trips;
  • Maintain and track McNair Program equipment;
  • Take pictures and videos throughout the summer program; create/manage social media; and
  • Commit to other duties as assigned. 

Interested candidates must apply online. This application is now open! If you have any questions, please contact mcnair@geneseo.edu.

Apply to become a Graduate Assistant (GA) (currently accepting applications):

The McNair Program is currently looking for a graduate student to serve as the Program Assistant. This position is an essential support role to the McNair Program Director. This position is a year round position requiring availability in the fall, spring, and summer semesters. More information about the role

To apply, send your resume/CV, cover letter (including a statement on diversity), and references (including the names, email addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references) to mcnair@geneseo.edu. Position is opened until filled.