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Peer Assistant
The Peer Assistant program gives CCC students a chance to earn tuition waivers in exchange for service in a leadership role to an academic or administrative department on campus. Peer assistants provide customer service to a variety of administrative departments.
Applying to be a Peer Assistant
Complete the Student Leadership application. Questions can be directed by email to peerprogram@clackamas.edu or by phone to 503-594-3444.
Peer Assistants receive tuition waiver as compensation for work. Please note waivers cover tuition only (not fees), and can impact (or be impacted by) a student's overall financial aid package. Please contact finaid@clackamas.edu for questions about waiver eligibility/impact.
Peer assistant program opportunities
Peer Assistants serving as student ambassadors will lead campus tours, prepare materials for off-campus recruitment activities, and communicate with prospective students via email, phone and mail. They will represent CCC at college and career fairs and high school visits, host special events, and staff college information booths. Student Ambassadors may also help staff the Admissions Center reception desk, helping new and prospective students navigate the admissions process.
For more information, see the Peer Assistant Position Description.
Peer Assistants working in the Disability Resource Center will staff the reception desk there. They will serve as a guide to answer questions for students and community members, while also providing support services to the office staff.
The peer assistant will serve as a student ambassador, inviting CCC students, staff and faculty to learn more about transportation options. This position includes responding to emails and student questions, frequent tabling and outreach opportunities, traveling between the Oregon City and Harmony campuses, assisting with administrative tasks, and preparing marketing materials to promote student transit. For more information, visit the Transportation Peer Assistant Description.
Peer Assistants working in the Student Life and Leadership department will staff the welcome desk in the Associated Student Government (ASG) office. They will assist with daily operations, events and special projects within the department, including the Associated Student Government, the Free Food Pantry and the Multicultural Center.
For more information, see the Student Life and Leadership description.
The Multicultural Center (MCC) is looking to hire for the following positions
- Social Media Coordinator
- Graphic Designer
- Peer Community Builder
The MCC team works together to host social and educational programs for the college community. Past events included Día de los Muertos, Trans Day of Remembrance vigil, self-care workshops, and art-making events. Some of your work will be assisting with office support such as providing resources to students and keeping the space tidy and welcoming to anyone who enters the MCC. If you have further questions, visit the Multicultural Center website.
Requirements for working in the Multicultural Center:- Work shifts are Monday-Friday, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
- Be able to work 10 hours/week
- Taking 12-14 credits/term
- Work in-person at the Oregon City campus
Peer Assistant's will staff the Wacheno Student Services Hub and Welcome Desk to provide direct support to students and guests who need directions, information and referrals throughout the Wacheno Welcome Center and across campus.
In addition to welcoming students and guests, Peer Assistant's will connect visitors to specific service areas (i.e. Financial Aid, Advising, Career Center) as well as other resources available to them. This position works in a fast-paced, customer service oriented environment that frequently communicates with students in person and via email.
