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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Engineering Ahead Program at Penn State Berks is a 1-week summer academic enhancement program from Sunday, July 6 to Monday, July 14, 2025 at the Penn State Berks campus. This program is designed to help incoming Biology/Science students succeed in their math and science courses this coming fall semester.

The Residential Assistant (RA) opening is an outstanding opportunity for students interested in gaining leadership skills, enhancing their marketability, and developing relationships with faculty, staff and students. The primary role of the RA is to support the Biology Ahead Team in all phases of the summer program and assist with all program events. The RA plays a vital role in facilitating the adjustment of new, under represented engineering students to the Penn State community.

Job Duties

The Resident Assistants is expected to be present for the welcome ceremony.

The RA will lead the following activities:

• Serve as the primary mentor/supervisor to the participants.
• Attend assigned Biology Ahead classes, tutoring sessions or other extra-curricular programs as needed.
• Accompany students on field trips.
• Assist the Program Coordinator and the instructors in all aspects of running the program.

Requirements and Qualifications

• All meal accommodations will be provided throughout the Biology Ahead program; applicants MUST be available to work the entire Biology Ahead program duration.

The successful RA should possess the following attributes:

• GPA > 2.50 and in good academic standing.
• Desire to work with students, staff and faculty; preference given to third-year or higher students who are not taking classes.
• Good disciplinary standing.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Integrity; leadership development potential.
• Positive attitude about self and Penn State.
• Problem solving abilities.
• To be considered for this opening, you must apply online, and upload a cover letter and current resume by Wednesday, May 21st, 2025.

Academic and disciplinary standing will be verified. Successful applicants must participate in Biology Ahead training sessions (dates TBD). Apply electronically (www.hr.psu.edu/careers). Applications will be reviewed until the vacancy is filled.

Please direct any questions to the Coordinator of the Biology Ahead Program by email at rsh14@psu.edu.

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