Salary/Position Classification

• $20.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 40 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position. This is a student position for May 30 – June 13, 2025

The NATURE (Nurturing American Tribal Undergraduate Research and Education) University Summer Camp Mentor will work, as a team, with 10-20 Tribal College and University (TCU) students attending the NATURE University Summer Camp. This camp introduces participants to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) disciplines and career opportunities while simultaneously being introduced to campus and city life. The mentors will assist students as they tour lab spaces, work with faculty, and prepare for research presentations in the STEM area of their choice.
TCU Students will be coming from the following Tribal Colleges/areas: Cankdeska Cikana Community College, Nueta Hidatsa Sahnish College, Sitting Bull College, and Turtle Mountain Community College.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist TCU students
  • Acclimate to college campus and urban setting
  • Work in lab spaces and engage with faculty
  • Engage in social activities during off-hours 
• Assist in administering NATURE University Summer Camp activities
  • Help with setup and implementation of Opening Ceremony on June 2
  • Work closely with supervisors to ensure that Camp activities are implemented 
• Other Duties as assigned
  • One or more Camp mentors will be asked to stay in the dorm each night with camp participants as needed
  • Work closely with other mentors
  • Undergo 2-hour training on May 30, 2025
• Customer Service
  • At all times, model customer service to students, staff, faculty and guests
• Work Safety
  • As covered in training, help to create and provide a safe working environment for students, staff, faculty, guests and fellow mentor

Required Competencies

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently and with other mentors
• Demonstrated strong time management skills

Minimum Requirements

• Must be available May 30-June 13, 2025
• Must be in good standing with institution
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to qualify for use of ND Fleet Vehicles
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Tribal Colleges and Universities and/or indigenous communities
• STEM field experience

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:
• Completed application

Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.

Career Services is here to help students looking for student employment positions at UND by offering individual sessions that include resume, cover letter reviews, and interview preparation. Please schedule an appointment through Hawk Central or email us at und.careerservices@und.edu.