Q: Do you hire graduate students?
A: Due to the mentoring components of our program, we are only hiring undergraduate and PDP students at this time. Please check with your academic department for similar employment opportunities.
Q: Is this a paid position?
A: Yes. New team members will be paid $9.50/hour.
Q: What classes can I tutor?
A: VARC offers tutoring in math, chemistry, physics, biology, and engineering classes. Tutors provide assistance with classes they have excelled in while enrolled at Viterbi.
Q: How many hours a week is required?
A: Team members work between 6-10 hours a week, Monday through Friday.
Q: When may I submit an application?
A: Application deadlines are posted on this website and on the application. Applications are typically due towards the end of the semester for a tutoring position beginning the following semester.
Q: Can I be both a Peer Tutor and a Supplemental Instructor (SI)?
A: Yes. All team members serve as Peer Tutors. Team members will be selected to facilitate SI sessions based upon student needs, interest, and availability.
Q: When will I be notified if I have received an interview?
A: We will inform you via email if you are selected for an interview, usually within one week of receipt of your application.
Q: Who can be a reference?
A: A faculty member, TA, or academic advisor that you have worked closely with may serve as a reference for you.
Q: Will training be provided?
A: Yes. There will be an orientation and training for new team members.
VARC's SI program targets the most difficult engineering courses with regularly scheduled, peer-administered group study sessions. In the past, SI Leaders have led study sessions in the following courses:
