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[PAST EVENT] Apply to be a Writing and Communication Center Consultant!
Location
Swem Library, Writing and Communication Center400 Landrum Dr
Williamsburg, VA 23185Map this location
Interested in helping students with their writing and communication skills? Apply to work as a paid writing center consultant!
Writing and Communication Center consultants are trained peer tutors who work with students in 50-minute consultations on planning, drafting, and polishing their writing, speaking, and multimedia projects. Consultants come from across the disciplines, majoring in Chemistry, Economics, English, Government, Hispanic Studies, History, Kinesiology, Math, Psychology, and more. Strong applicants are those who work well in a collaborative environment; have strong (or growing) critical thinking and problem solving skills; demonstrate ability in written and verbal communication; are open to diverse ideas and new ways of thinking, and exhibit effective work habits. Freshmen and sophomore applicants are given priority, but juniors are also encouraged to apply.
Read the job description and learn about our two-credit training course on our website.
Applications will be accepted from October 7 to November 17.
Want more information? Attend one of our info sessions. Current consultants will share information about the training course and what it's like to work in the WCC:
Tuesday, October 22, 5:00pm, in the WCC in Swem
Wednesday, October 23, 6:00pm, in the WCC in Swem
Sponsored by: Writing and Communication Center
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