Seasonal Staff Application

SSB Seasonal Staff: Selecting a university and academic major are still some of the biggest decisions a high school student can make (as well as the biggest investment a parent can make), and one that will have a lasting impression on the rest of their life. Summer Springboard allows teens to get a taste of college life while gaining valuable insights into their fields of interest. This fosters independence, self-awareness, and confidence that help students succeed in college and beyond. Our programs offer students the opportunity to explore college lifestyle in an academic and geographic area of interest. This experience helps them better define what direction they want to take after high-school and what difference they want to make in their community and beyond. Summer Springboard provides two-week academic and career-exploration programs in more than 70 different areas of interest across 13 host universities. We offer choices for both high-school and middle-school students, with residential, commuter, and virtual options. All of our staff hold university degrees, are in the process of obtaining one, or have extensive experience working with youth within experiential education.

Before officially submitting the online application, please read through our Essential Eligibility Criteria below:

As a Seasonal Staff member with Summer Springboard (SSB), you will be crucial in supporting the safety and well-being of students during their pre-college programs. This role requires exceptional adaptability, stamina, and commitment. To ensure a successful fit, candidates must meet the following criteria:

Physical and Mental Stamina

Ability to walk long distances (e.g., up to 2 miles/3.2 km or more pending the program assignment) continuously and lifting and carrying up to 40 lbs or 18 kg.
Work long hours, including late nights and early mornings, and function on limited sleep when necessary.
Staff must be flexible and available to work non-traditional hours, including late nights, early mornings, and weekends. Working with minors can be unpredictable, as unexpected situations often arise, requiring staff to respond with patience, adaptability, and resilience. Candidates should be prepared for sudden schedule changes or emergencies, maintaining a calm and professional demeanor at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of the minors in their care.
Adapt to university dorm living conditions that may include shared rooms and bathrooms, basic accommodations, and limited amenities.

Health and Safety:

Must have current First Aid and CPR certification by the time the contract starts.
All mental and physical health conditions must be approved by a prescribing doctor to confirm full participation. Candidates should be prepared to manage their well-being independently, as access to personal support may be limited. This role requires a high level of resilience, as staff provide continuous support to students while maintaining their own self-care in a fast-paced environment.

Adaptability and Flexibility:

Ability to quickly adjust to changing schedules, environments, and program needs.
Demonstrate patience and maturity in dynamic and challenging situations.
Candidates must perform effectively without special accommodations in a 24/7, high-energy environment.

Technical and Communication Skills

Proficiency in English both written and oral; additional language skills are a plus
Competence in using technology for communication, planning, and reporting.
Adherence to safety standards and dress codes set by SSB and university partners.

Attention to Detail:

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Maintain situational awareness and prioritize group needs over personal preferences.

Experience and Commitment

A deep commitment to working with and educating diverse youth.
Experience in student engagement, facilitation, and problem-solving.
An understanding and commitment to collaborating in cross-cultural settings.

The role requires a 4-6 week commitment and a genuine passion for student support. If you have concerns about meeting these criteria, please address them with the SSB hiring team before applying by emailing summerjobs@summerspringboard.com.

We appreciate your interest in working with us and will be in touch soon. Our interview process begins in November and will run as needed through the end of May.

Personal Information

Have You Previously Applied or worked for Terra Education (SSB, GLA, BS, DC, or TTN)?

Please write the division; If you previously worked for SSB, please write the campus location, year, Campus Director’s name and email summerjobs@summerspringboard.com

Enter your name exactly as it appears on your passport.

First Name

Last Name

Gender Identity

Gender Preferred Pronouns

Preferred First Name

Primary Phone Number

Date of Birth

Email Address

Country of Citizenship

In which country do you currently live?

State/Province

Are you authorized to work in the United States?

Race/Ethnicity Select all that apply. Though you are not required to answer them, we do encourage applicants to answer the Equal Employment Opportunity questions below. This information will be submitted as part of our application, however is not used to determine eligibility. Our intention is to utilize this data to effectively work to increase diversity, equity, and inclusion at SSB. To ensure that our students are proportionately represented, we need the data to know where we stand. Numbers are powerful and your answers to these questions will help us improve as an organization.

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Permanent Address

Do not enter a temporary or seasonal address. This is used for background checks.

Street Address

If you are a U.S Citizen living abroad, please use a permanent U.S mailing address if available

Street Address (line 2)

City

State/Province

Country

Postal Code

Cover Letter, Resume & References

Your cover letter should highlight your experience in facilitating experiential education programs, youth development, and leadership, and your experience in the city or university where you are interested in working. Important! Please upload your resume and cover letter in PDF format.

Upload Cover Letter

Please upload documents in PDF format.

Upload Resume

Please upload document in PDF format.

Please list two professional references. State their name, job title, email address, and phone number.

Professional Reference

State their name, job title, phone number and relationship to you.

2nd Professional Reference

State their name, job title, phone number and relationship to you.

Professional Reference Email Address

2nd Professional Reference Email Address

Position Details

Which position are you applying for?

Select the position you believe you are best fit for. You will be considered for both positions through the interview process.

How did you hear about this job?

Other?

If other, please explain. If you were referred by a SSB staff person, please list their name.

Date available to start work?

Must return home by?

If you do not have a "must return home by" date, please choose 8/10/2025.

Please select which campus you would like to work at. 1st Choice

Please select which campus you would like to work at. 2nd Choice

Please select which campus you would like to work at. 3rd Choice

Are there any campus in which you are not willing or able to work?

Hold down CTRL to select multiple programs.

If so, please explain why not.

Relevant Experience

Do you have a bachelor's degree?

Please specify your current year in college

Briefly describe your experience studying, living, working on a university campus

Do you have at least 2 years of collective experience living, studying, and or working, at a university campus within the U.S. or abroad?

Do you have experience working with youth ages 13 to 18? If yes, please clarify setting and number of years.

If applicable, briefly describe your experience facilitating virtual programming. Please include in what capacity you were involved, the platforms with which you are familiar and the average age(s) and size(s) of the classes/courses/programs you led. Please write "N/A" if you do not have experience with virtual programming.

If you answered "no" to any of the first three questions, you do not meet the minimum requirements for this position. Please take a minute to seriously consider the demanding nature of these positions and the skills required. Why should your application be considered?

Complete this question only if you answered "No" to any of the above questions in this section.

Throughout the program, we use staff photos for various slide decks and activities. To help us get to know you better, please submit a brief bio along with your favorite headshot.

Please upload your headshot here.

Do you have experience studying, living or working at any of these campuses?

Select all that apply. Hold CTRL to select multiple

Do you have experience with any of the following themes?

AthleticsLeadership SkillsCollege AdmissionsPublic SpeakingCommunity ServicePhotographyMarketing

Do you have any of these certifications?

Other

Scenarios

UNDERSTANDING OF THE ROLE: Describe in your own words what this job is and what it entails on a day-to-day basis. Please limit your response to 200 words.

SCENARIO 1 :You are experiencing some issues with the same student(s) being consistently late to sessions and meeting times. How do you deal with this?

SCENARIO 2: On each campus Summer Springboard will be assigned work and living spaces to use during our allotted time. There may be other programs, classes, events taking place while we are there, so it will most likely be busy. You arrive at a lecture hall with SSB students that you are sure is reserved for SSB, and another group is already using the space. What actions would you take to solve this problem?

Thank you for your interest! You should receive a confirmation e-mail. Please email summerjobs@summerspringboard.com with any questions.

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