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Student Employment in the SMART Learning Commons

The SMART Learning Commons employs large numbers of undergraduate students in a wide variety of positions. We support our employees both as students and as professionals in training by connecting training and job experiences to the University's Student Learning Outcomes and Student Development Outcomes. Paid and volunteer positions are both available. Some paid positions require work study eligibility, others may use work study awards but do not require them. See individual postings for details.

Peer-Assisted Learning Facilitator

Openings for PAL facilitators
PAL Facilitators are undergraduates who lead group learning sessions for challenging undergraduate courses.
PAL facilitators are supervised by the PAL Program Director.

Peer Learning Consultant

Peer learning consultants (PLCs) provide academic tutoring for University of Minnesota students in math, chemistry, writing, physics, and more.
Learn more about becoming a PLC.
PLCs are supervised by the Individual Learning Services Coordinator.

Peer Research Consultant

No current openings
Peer Research Consultants are trained to provide one on one research assistance to first year students.
Supervised by Andrew Palahniuk.

Student Media Consultant - SMART Learning Commons - Now Hiring!

This is a shared position between Libraries and the Office of Undergraduate Education Starting rate is $10.00/hour.
Students with work study preferred.
Job duties include video equipment circulation, managing reservations, checking students in and out of the tutoring center, assist patrons with technology troubleshooting questions, and projects as needed.
Seeking 1 or 2 qualified students who have some availability to offer for Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday 10am-3pm.
See Position Description for details and qualifications.
To apply, send your résumé to Charlie Heinz (heinz062@umn.edu).