Employment Opportunities
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Summer instructors will teach Upward Bound students, ranging in grade level from incoming freshmen to seniors, to set them up for academic success in the following academic year. Courses will be held twice weekly, with an additional session possible on alternating Fridays. Experience working with students who qualify for UB services is preferred. Please see the position descriptions for additional information.
Interested in teaching with us during the 2026 Summer Academy? Reach out now to learn more.
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Interested in being a Residential Advisor or Teaching Assistant next summer? Applications for our 2026 Summer Academy will be available on Handshake in the spring. If you are interested in learning more, feel free to reach out to us!
Nick's Testimonial
Nick Sennett has served as a Residential Advisor for the 2023 and 2024 Summer Academies. A student at Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago, Nick is pursuing his dream of becoming a teacher. After hearing about this opportunity, he traveled across the country twice to mentor and support our students during the six-week Summer Academy. His dedication and willingness to go the extra mile highlight the powerful connections built through UM TRIO Upward Bound.