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The Peer Advisor is a student leadership role dedicated to helping fellow Cougars succeed. Through peer-to-peer support, education, and resource connection, Peer Advisors help students navigate university processes, utilize academic planning tools, and connect with the resources they need to thrive at CSUSM. 

Brief Overview of Responsibilities: 

  • Support students through peer-to-peer advising, guidance, and resource referrals. 
  • Teach students how to use academic planning tools, including the Academic Requirements Report (ARR), Degree Planner, and Schedule Assistant. 
  • Assist students in navigating registration, enrollment, academic planning, and other university processes. 
  • Connect students with Academic Advisors, campus resources, and programs that promote student success. 
  • Support workshops, presentations, outreach efforts, and enrollment initiatives. 
  • Collaborate with advising staff to foster a welcoming, inclusive, and student-centered environment. 
  • Participate in ongoing training and professional development while upholding professionalism, confidentiality, and FERPA standards. 

How to Apply:

  1. Review the Peer Advisor Position Description
  2. Apply and submit the following through Handshake:
    • Resume
    • Cover Letter
    • Student Application (upload and submit under Transcripts)
    • Supplemental Questions (upload and submit under Other Documents)
      • Why are you interested in being a Peer Advisor?
      • What do you hope to gain from the Peer Advising experience?
      • List your available work hours for Fall 2026.

Presentation Criteria:

A 5-10 minutes presentation is required during the interview process. Facilitate a presentation on one of the following campus policies.

Topic examples:

  • Academic Notice and Disqualification and Reinstatement
  • Components of Graduation Requirements
  • Course Repeats & Grade Forgiveness Policy
  • Course Withdrawal Policy
  • How to Enroll in Courses (Degree Planner, Schedule Assistant)
  • How to use Academic Requirements Report (ARR), Test and Transfer Credit, Course Substitutions

After a thorough definition and examples, include:

  1. How do you see yourself implementing and sharing this information with fellow students in the Peer Advisor role.
  2. What is your communication style?
  3. What would be important to relay so the student feels informed and understood?

See the campus catalog for assistance.

Tips:

  • If you have questions about the position, feel free to email peeradvising@csusm.edu to schedule an Informational Interview.
  • You are welcomed and encouraged to use the Career Center services to help with your resume, cover letter, interview skills, etc. as you apply.