Teaching Assistant: Engineering (Summer 2026)

National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC)
Columbia University, Duke University, Rice University, UC Berkeley, UCLA, University of Michigan, University of Oxford, University of Pennsylvania

The NSLC seeks Teaching Assistants (TAs) for its Engineering Program, a 9-12 day residential conference for high school students interested in civil, mechanical, electrical, and chemical engineering. TAs play a critical role in guiding students through hands-on learning, leadership development, and residential life.

The Role:

Teaching Assistants mentor a small group of 12–16 students, support academic and leadership programming, and serve as residential advisors. TAs arrive 5 days prior to student arrival for mandatory training and work 9-12 day sessions with a 3-day break between sessions. Days are long and active, typically lasting from 9:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Responsibilities:

• Lead small-group discussions and debriefs
• Teach academic and leadership sessions
• Support program logistics and administrative needs
• Chaperone off-campus trips and evening activities
• Live in the residence hall with students and serve as a Resident Advisor

Qualifications

• Current college student with an interest or background in engineering
• Demonstrated leadership experience or training
• Relevant academic, volunteer, or work experience appropriate for teaching sessions

Compensation & Benefits

• $900 per 9-day session and $1200 per 12-day session (paid at the end of each session)
• Room, board, and meals provided during sessions (eaten in the dining hall on campus)
• Transportation to and from the conference included