Cmu
About Cmu
Carnegie Mellon University has steadily built upon its foundations of excellence and innovation to become one of America’s leading universities. The university’s unique approach to education builds leaders and problem solvers for the changing marketplace of today and tomorrow. Carnegie Mellon’s Pre-College Programs’ holistic admission process is about more than just admitting a group of students who have the potential to succeed academically; it is about selecting students who will add to the university’s diverse community. With Carnegie Mellon’s Pre-College Programs, we continue to work to recruit and provide opportunity to students from diverse backgrounds. We also focus on versatile policies and practices that build a sense of community among people with many backgrounds, skills, and strengths.
Job Summary
Carnegie Mellon’s Pre-College Programs is hiring several part-time application and enrollment readers for the winter and early spring of 2026 (mid-January to early/mid-April). Core responsibilities include:
Key Responsibilities
- Attending required trainings and weekly meetings.
- Thoroughly and holistically evaluating application materials to help enroll an academically and artistically qualified, diverse Pre-College cohort.
- Reviewing enrollment documentation for admitted students to ensure preparedness for program participation.
- Completing assigned readings, articles, and materials to maintain a strong understanding of current and historical admissions and higher education practices.
- Other duties as assigned.
Readers will work approximately 17.5-20 hours per week and will have a flexible schedule. Selected candidates need to be available for training from January 14 – January 15, then will begin working more regular hours starting January 2026. Readers will use their personal computers to access the secure online application and enrollment portal to complete work assignments.
Requirements
- Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, and organizational skills.
- Proficient with technology OR technology user.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to attend weekly staff meetings.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 1-3 years of prior admission/recruiting and/or secondary education experience required.
- A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.
Preferred Qualifications
- Advising or work with a community-based organization advancing education and career opportunities.
- Previous application and/or enrollment reading experience.
Benefits & Perks
- Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
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