In alignment with the University and the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA), The Office of Academic Excellence (OAE) provides strategic programming and services that promote degree attainment and holistic student-athlete development. OAE supports the unique needs of each student-athlete by providing services in the areas of academic support, academic advising, student-athlete development, and student services. Our student-centered approach empowers student-athletes to maximize their educational experience while developing as independent, self-reliant and successful young adults.

Academic Mentor Position Salary: $23.90 per hour
Start Date: January 2, 2026
Department Name: Department of Intercollegiate Athletics (DIA)

Job Summary Statement:
The OAE Academic Mentor Position provides exposure to academic support services, academic counseling, NCAA continuing academic eligibility rules, and athletics administration. In collaboration with the Associate Directors of Student-Athlete Success, Learning Specialists, College Academic Counselors, and Eligibility Team, this position provides one-on-one mentoring to student-athletes participating in academic support services. Our services are targeted towards supporting student-athletes in analytical reading and writing, courseload management and organization, time management, studying and exam preparation, program planning and course selection, utilizing campus resources, and goal setting. By providing an integrated and immersive experience, Academic Mentors will receive professional development training and valuable feedback on their growth and demonstration of essential professional skills.

Hours Required:
Up to 15-20 hours per week, must be able to work Monday through Friday with availability between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Application

Deadline:
Interviews and make hiring decisions will be on a rolling basis.

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Outstanding interpersonal and verbal communication skills to articulate and report academic expectations and progress; and the use of correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation in written communication
• Must be self-directed and able to prioritize and handle multiple tasks subject to frequent interruptions effectively
• Ability to work collaboratively in situations that may be time-sensitive or otherwise highly pressured, with a variety of individuals including students, academic personnel, and staff
• Must be able to attend in-person training sessions.
• Offer of employment is contingent upon obtaining positive results from a pre-employment background screening.
• Employment is contingent upon the ability to provide appropriate identification documents to satisfy the Employment Eligibility Verification (I-9) Form at the time of hiring, as outlined: here
• Upon hire, UCLA students and staff are required to self-attest to being up to date with their COVID-19 vaccinations or to affirmatively decline vaccinations within the UCLA COVID-19 Action Center.

Job Requirements:
• Ability to work up to 15-20 hours in-person, on campus at UCLA for duration of the academic year beginning January 2 and ending June 12, 2026 (with the possibility of being extended for the following academic year).
• If Covid-19 protocols dictate the need for remote work, you must have access to a private and professional workspace including but not limited to desks, chair, computer with stable internet connection, camera and private audio capabilities to complete job requirements. A work-issued laptop will be available while working on campus
• Assist student-athletes in developing as competent, confident, and self-sufficient learners by fostering academic skills development, promoting critical thinking, and encouraging the utilization of campus resources across the University
• Maintain a regular schedule of recurring mentoring meetings as assigned
• Assess and report on student-athletes’ progress and foster academic accountability
• Participate in all mandatory initial, ongoing training and professional development sessions as scheduled by OAE and DIA
• Perform general administrative tasks as needed and complete various projects as assigned by supervisors
• Learn and follow all department policies, university standards of academic integrity, applicable NCAA Bylaws, and confidentiality agreements
Benefits include:
• Career Development Workshops
• Staff Networking Events
• Professional Development Trainings

Benefits do not include:
• Paid University holidays & closures
• Parking (available for purchase) or Housing
• Course credit through UCLA
• Medical, dental, or vision benefits
• Sponsorship for conferences

To apply, please fill out the application form by clicking on the following link: https://forms.gle/v5xqqCV7v5F34LeV8
Interviews will be held remotely, via Zoom. We will interview and make hiring decisions on a rolling basis. We highly encourage early applications, as positions
fill quickly. Candidates applying for the 2026 academic mentor position must commit to the full appointment for the academic year.
All applications must include the following materials:
1. Cover letter
2. Resume
3. Official or unofficial undergraduate and graduate (if applicable) academic transcript(s)
All application materials (items 1-3) are to be submitted through the application link as a single PDF document titled “Your Last Name, Your First Name.pdf”
(e.g., Bruin, Josie).
Any questions regarding the application or the application process should be directed to:
Office of Academic Excellence
[email protected]
Interviews will be held remotely, via Zoom. We will interview and make hiring decisions on a rolling basis. We highly encourage early applications, as positions fill quickly. Candidates applying for the 2025-2026 academic mentor position must commit to the full appointment for the academic year.

*Employment is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check performed by Universal Background Screening and UCLA Athletics. As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.