Employment
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The MSLC is grateful for the talented team of undergraduate students who help lead daily operations (Ambassadors) and academic support programming (Peer Learning Assistants, PLAs). The student team plays a critical role in establishing the welcoming learning environment and sense of community among visitors in the MSLC.
We will update this page with information about Fall 2026 positions toward the end of the Spring semester. Interest forms for the Fall PLA positions will be posted as soon as available. Once those details are posted, please use the links below to express your interest in any available positions.
Staff will review the forms as quickly as possible, but please note that we are unable to respond to every direct inquiry regarding employment. We appreciate your patience and understanding!
Contact us with questions anytime.
Thank you so much for your interest in joining our team!
MSLC Ambassador
Our dedicated team of MSLC Ambassadors greet all visitors, help direct visitors to the various academic services provided in the Center, assist with general logistics including the sign in process, provide necessary supplies to visitors, keep center clean through out the day, assure no one is eating, and support staff with any given tasks.
Due to high volume of applicants, we are not able to provide an update to all applicants. Please note we only contact those whose availability and experience meet role expectations.
Please be patient as this process may continue through the start of fall classes.
Peer Learning Assistant - SCIENCE
Science Peer Learning Assistants (PLAs) support student learning in select Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Sciences, or Physics courses. PLAs facilitate engaging academic support for students in introductory-level courses through drop-in hours, classroom support, and review sessions.
Learn more about the Science Peer Learning Assistant role.
Please complete the form below if you are interested in a potential Fall 2026 position!
We will review the interest forms during the summer session and contact applicants with experience and availability that matches any available positions. Please be patient as this process may continue through the start of fall classes.
Peer Learning Assistant - MATH
Math Peer Learning Assistants (PLAs) support student learning in select Mathematics and Statistics courses. PLAs facilitate engaging academic support for students in introductory-level courses through drop-in hours, classroom support, and review sessions.
Please complete the form below if you are interested in a potential Fall 2026 position!
Please read the first page of the form carefully to learn more about the Math Peer Learning Assistant role. Then respond to each question.
We will review forms over the summer and request additional information from students whose interest and background may match potential openings.
Please be patient as this process may continue through the start of fall classes.
Math Grader - MSCS Department
The Department of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science hires undergraduate students as graders for many of its undergraduate Math courses.
For more information about Math Grader positions, you may contact the MSCS Undergraduate Studies Office (dus-mscs@uic.edu)
Applications are due by Friday, January 16 at 11:59 pm CST.
Working at the MSLC
Working at the MLSC is one of the best jobs a student can have at UIC. Not only do you learn about the schools academic services, but you guide students excel in their own classes.”
| Ambassador, UIC Class of 2023
A special thank you to the MSLC and executive staff for fostering a learning environment that is engaging, supportive, and inclusive! It was a pleasure to be a part of an amazing group and to have made long lasting connections with other students and staff!”
| Science Peer Leader, UIC Class of 2023
This has been a great opportunity!! Thank you!”
| Math Learning Assistant, UIC Class of 2022
I will always be grateful to be a part of MSLC community which helped me to share my passion for science with fellow students. Also, in future I will be happy to connect with upcoming student body in case they need guidance regarding grades or graduate school.”
| Science Peer Leader, UIC Class of 2023
The MSLC provided me with a great outlet for me to share my knowledge and resources with fellow students, and it was always a remarkable feeling knowing how integral I was to helping facilitate and promote academic success by being a valuable part of the MSLC team!”
| Science Peer Leader, UIC Class of 2022