Applications for the 2024-2025 academic year have closed. Check back in September 2024 for information regarding applications for 2025-2026.
There is no application process for Spring 2024, any open positions will be filled by folks on the 2023-2024 waitlist.
*Applications close at 11:59pm on 11/1/2023. The system will not accept anything submitted after that point. Please plan accordingly when submitting your application*
About the Resident Assistant or Peer Mentor Positions
Why be a Resident Assistant?
- Create inclusive communities where all students feel valued and heard
- Demonstrate leadership skills
- Engage in conversations with students about their experiences
- Promote safe and responsible communities in the Residence Halls
Click here for more information about the RA position!
Why be a Peer Mentor?
- Assist first-year students' transition to UMass Amherst
- Plan events that support student's wellbeing and resiliency
- Work together as a team in the Residential Academic Success Centers (RASCs) to support students' needs in the halls after hours
Click here for more information about the PM position!
Questions About the Positions?
- Check out our Frequently Asked Questions Document
EDUC 391R Pre-Employment Requirement
All eligible RA and PM candidates must have successfully completed EDUC391R: CORE (Creating Opportunities for Residents to Engage) prior to when they start their role. This is a one-credit academic course that is a pre-employment requirement of all RA and PM candidates, and therefore cannot be taken concurrently while being an RA or PM.
Most candidates interested in applying for the 2024-2025 application will be able to take the course in Spring 2024 with about 25 section options.
The class is only offered in the Spring
Questions?
Please contact residentassistant@sacl.umass.edu or peermentor@sacl.umass.edu if you have any questions.
Timeline
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October 16th -November 1st: Applications open on umass.erezlife.com
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Applications are not accepted once they close. Please plan in advance to submit your application
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**Students who completed the application were sent an email on 11/9, notifying them that due to the large number of applications the timeline had been adjusted**
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November 27th: Applicants are notified of Interview Status (all applicants will receive a notification)
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December 4th : Deadline for applicants to sign up for Interview
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December 18th-December 20th: Interviews conducted remotely via zoom
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End of January: Offers are made
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End of February: EDUC391R Begins