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University Mentor Program

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Colorado MESA is a nonprofit 501(c)3 organization and our Mathematics, Engineering, Science Achievement (MESA) program is designed to encourage under-represented and female students to prepare themselves for a college education and to major in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM). Our University mentoring program provides an opportunity for MESA students and advisors to interact with university students.

As a mentor, you will serve as a role model, provide leadership, show how math, science and engineering relate to their future goals and help encourage and motivate students to pursue a university/college degree.

Qualifications:

Currently enrolled university/college student majoring in mathematics, engineering, science, health careers or closely related field (i.e. physics, business, teacher education, etc) Strong interpersonal skills, motivated, enthusiastic and willing to learn and explore the fields of science, engineering, mathematics, and technology (STEM) with students:

  • Experience working with under-represented youth in grades K-12 or desire to learn
  • Available to attend mentor training in September prior to the commencement of the academic year
  • Available to commit to mentoring at least once a week for 2 to 4 hours
  • Successfully pass a background check
  • Be able to travel to assigned school (own a vehicle)


Compensation:

Up to $12 per hour

Application Process:

To apply, email Maria Flippen at maria.flippen@cmesa.org

Responsibilities:

  • Attend weekly MESA meetings at assigned school and work with the MESA advisor to implement MESA curriculum on weekly basis
  • Meet individually with the MESA advisor to plan and coordinate hands-on activities
  • Maintain accurate timesheets and mentor logs about services provided
  • Record observations and success stories to District Coordinator or Statwide Office
  • Participate in training prior to visiting a school and throughout the year as needed
  • Mentor students on the university experience, including referring students to the appropriate agencies such as financial aid, admissions and multicultural engineering programs.



 

 

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