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Peer Resume Reviewer

Northern Kentucky University, Newport, KY, United States



Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title

Peer Resume Reviewer

Department

Career Services

Type of Work Study

Federal, Institutional

Building/Office Location

UC - University Center

Work Schedule

Approximately 10-12 hours per week - schedule TBD.

Job Description

Do you have excellent writing and proofreading skills and a strong attention to detail? Do you enjoy helping your peers? This position may be for you!

Career Services is seeking a Peer Resume Reviewer for the 26-27 academic year. This posting has a planned start of August 2026, with interviews for the role taking place April/May 2026 depending on shared availability.

Primary Responsibilities

Primary Responsibilities

In this role you will have the chance to:
* Help students improve their resumes and cover letters, leading them to secure co-ops, internships, and jobs
* Provide constructive feedback to peers via email, Zoom, and in person, so they can improve their written documents

* Develop your own job-searching knowledge as you teach others about Career Services resources

* Be an integral part of the Career Services team

Don't worry - we will provide training on all these tasks so you are prepared to meet and exceed the expectations of the position. Career Services is committed to making a difference, and with your assistance, we can go the extra mile for the students and alumni we serve to help them achieve success!

Qualifications

What we are looking for:
* Excellent skills in writing, spelling, and grammar

* Desire to learn and teach others

* Solid understanding of Microsoft Word
* 3.0 GPA preferred but not required
* Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check
To apply:

To be considered for this position, make sure to submit both a resume and cover letter. We would be happy to assist with your resume and cover letter (for this position and/or others). Schedule a Zoom or in-person appointment with us via Handshake. This will also provide you with a great perspective on what the resume review experience is like for students! When ready, apply online at jobs.nku.edu.

Any candidate who is offered this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law.

Minimum Education

High School Diploma

Pay Rate

$13/hour

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number

20261936

Job Open Date

03/13/2026

Job Close Date

05/08/2026

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