Employment Opportunities

Summer Residential Hall Counselors

The Michigan Math and Science Scholars (MMSS) is a summer enrichment program for high school students who are open to the challenges of higher mathematics and natural sciences. Michigan Math and Science Scholars attend summer courses at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, on topics of current mathematical and scientific research.

DESCRIPTION:
The MMSS program is hiring a number of college students that will serve as COUNSELORS for the residential portion of the program.  Counselors will be paid a total of $4,000, paid biweekly over the course of the six-week employment period. They will also receive free room and board for the duration of their employment.

Residence Hall Counselors supervise the Michigan Math and Science Scholars participants during the non-academic hours of the program. This is a residential position based in a university residence hall where you will be living alongside MMSS campers. You will organize, facilitate, and execute group social activities in the evening hours every weekday and on the weekends. You will participate in field trips and chaperone students on group outings (MMSS will pay for your admission fees while doing so!). Most importantly, you will provide guidance to students, serving as a positive role model at all times for participants.

SCHEDULE:
Candidates are expected to work June 19 – August 2, 2025. THIS INCLUDES THE 4TH OF JULY HOLIDAY, nights and weekends.

Mandatory Training: June 19 – 20, All-Hands Transition Weekend: July 21 – 22*

Session 1: June 22 – July 4, All-Hands Transition Weekend: July 4 – 6*

Session 2: July 6 – July 18, All-Hands Transition Weekend: July 18 – 20*

Session 3: July 20 – August 1, All-Hands Transition Weekend: August 1 – 2*

*Days off may be granted during Transition Weekends ONLY if staffing allows.

The position requires weekend and evening participation. You will be expected to work from 4:30 pm until 8:30 am the following day, every weekday you work, and work all 24 hours of each weekend day. Sleeping is part of your “work schedule”; food and lodging are provided. You will be assigned a rotating “day shift,” where you will answer phone calls and provide assistance in the residence hall to campers. You will have up to 6 days off over the course of the program.

While it is possible to take classes, study, and even work other jobs while working as an MMSS counselor, any other obligations must be part time and flexible.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Be at least 19 years old by June 20, 2025
  • You must have been out of high school for at least one year by June 20, 2025
  • Be able to pass a criminal background check
  • Be a team player
  • Serve as a positive role model for campers

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 2 years experience working with high school students
  • Understanding of the Ann Arbor area
  • Familiarity with the University of Michigan
  • Posses CPR and/or First Aid certification
  • Posses a valid driver’s license