L&S SOAR Academic Peer Advisor

Overview

Department Overview:
Academic Advising Services and the L&S Honors Program are hiring students to serve as L&S SOAR Academic Peer Advisors to help support the College of Letters & Science's summer orientation and advising program. Academic Advising Services (AAS) works with incoming first-year and transfer students in L&S until they declare a major. The L&S Honors Program works with incoming L&S students admitted to the Honors in the Liberal Arts track.

We welcome applications from all eligible students and seek to build a peer advising team that reflects the diversity of students in L&S. Equity and inclusion are essential for the well-being of our campus community and for addressing systemic inequities in higher education. We welcome, affirm, and celebrate all students, their identities, and lived experiences.

Anticipated

Start Date:

May 18, 2026

Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):
August 14, 2026

Remote Work Eligibility Detail:
Not Remote

Anticipated Hours Per Week:
Minimum 15, Maximum 20

Schedule:

Required Training

• Dates:
  May 18-22 and May 26-28, with the possible addition of June 1
• Hours:
  
  9 AM-12 PM and 1 PM-4 PM each day

Required In-Person SOAR

Hours:

• Dates:
  June 2-26;
  July 13-24; and August 3-7
• Hours:
  
  Tuesdays–Fridays: 8 AM-12:30 PM. Some Monday mornings as scheduled.
• Peer advisors will be scheduled within the 8:00 AM–12:30 PM window but may be released early some days.
• No SOAR work hours on weekends or from June 29–July 3.

Optional Additional Hours (Potential):

• In Person Opportunities:
  May 29, July 10, July 27
• Virtual Opportunities:
  June 6-9, July 28-31, August 10-14
• Hours:
  
  To be determined. If offered, hours will be optional and limited.

L&S SOAR Academic Peer Advisors can take summer classes or hold other jobs, but commitments must not conflict with required training or SOAR in-person hours. Potential conflicts must be disclosed and approved by the supervisors prior to accepting the employment offer.

Final dates and daily schedule details will be provided during the interview process. Questions about work hours and schedule can be sent to lssoaradvisingc.edu.

Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum: $15.00

Number of Positions:
Approximately 18-22 positions:
Up to 18 general L&S academic peer advisors;
Up to 3 L&S Honors peer advisors;
One L&S position may work with incoming School of Music students.

• Be an undergraduate student during the Spring 2026 term
• Will continue as an undergraduate or graduate student for Summer 2026 or Fall 2026
• Have a declared or intended major in L&S
• By May 2026, have completed at least two undergraduate semesters with at least one at UW–Madison
• Have a commitment to welcoming all students and building an inclusive UW–Madison community
• To be considered for the L&S Honors Academic Peer Advisor position, applicants must have completed or be currently enrolled in at least one Honors course. Applications from students who are currently declared members of the L&S Honors Program, especially those pursuing Honors in the Liberal Arts, will be strongly prioritized.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
:

• The ability to work with students and professional staff with diverse identities, backgrounds, and experiences both individually and in group settings
• Willingness to learn, ask questions, and seek information
• Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities
• Detail-oriented and organizational skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Communication skills including active listening and presenting

Position Summary/Job Duties
:

• L&S SOAR Academic Peer Advisors help new students transition into the College of Letters & Science by providing academic orientation and supporting Fall 2026 course enrollment
• Peer advisors work both collaboratively with L&S staff to guide students through degree requirements, enrollment tools, and campus resources
• The role offers experience in higher education while strengthening communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and presentation skills
• Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development are provided
• Key responsibilities:
  
  Welcome new L&S students in individual and small-group settings
• Share general information about L&S programs and requirements
• Help students prepare for…