Bevo Buddy Leader applications are now open! Click here to fill out an application. All applications are due Sunday, November 10 at 11:59 p.m. CT
Program Description
Bevo Buddy! matches UT student leaders with incoming first-year and transfer students. As a Bevo Buddy Leader, you will be matched to approximately 5-10 new students (Bevo Buddies) to conduct regular check-ins throughout the academic year. Bevo Buddy Leaders are responsible for sharing campus resources, offering frequent support and advice, and serving as a guide to the Forty Acres. Bevo Buddy Leaders are also encouraged to attend engaging events on and off campus with their Buddies.
Requirements:
- Conduct regular check-ins (text/email) with incoming students on a bi-weekly basis to share resources and provide support
- Consistently log interactions with new students to track activity and engagement
- Communicate with professional staff about the needs and concerns of Buddies
- Attend monthly small group meetings with fellow Bevo Buddy Leaders
- Attend monthly staff meetings and trainings
- Meet with Buddies individually in-person once per semester
- Attend and contribute to Bevo Buddy! exclusive events
- Promote campus events and resources to new students
- Represent the UT community by exhibiting exceptional academic, well-being, leadership, and community model
Benefits:
- Hourly pay of $12/hour for new employees
- Hourly pay of $12.75/hour for returning employees
- Up to 5 hours per week
- Dine in Dollars to utilize on campus for Bevo Buddy individual one-on-one meetings
- Invitations to Bevo Buddy! exclusive events throughout the academic year, both on and off campus
- Promotional items
- Professional development training
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bevo Buddy Leaders are positive, approachable and resourceful, with a passion for supporting new students
- Demonstrate leadership skills through previous positions or experiences
- Knowledgeable of on and off campus resources
- Completed at least two semesters at The University of Texas at Austin
- Minimum GPA of 2.5
- The desire to serve as an ambassador for The University of Texas at Austin