Writing Consultant
osition Type: Federal Work Study And Non Work Study
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Writing Center is seeking motivated Work Study students to join our team as Writing Consultants beginning in the Fall 2026 semester!
As a Consultant, you will work with fellow students one-on-one, both in person and online, to support their growth as writers across disciplines and at all stages of the writing process.
Duties include:
- Offering guidance to students on effective writing practices, including brainstorming, organization, clarity, and revision strategies.
- Helping students understand and apply different formatting styles, including APA and MLA (training provided for additional styles such as CSE and Chicago).
- Meeting with students to provide feedback on writing projects across the disciplines and at many different levels of coursework in a supportive, conversational environment.
- Attending and assisting with in-class workshops and special events alongside the Writing Center team.
- Maintaining accurate session records and communicating effectively with the Writing Center staff.
- Participating and providing ongoing professional development and training sessions.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Applicants must have passed English 1310 (or a similar course at a different institution) with a grade of B or higher.
- Computer literacy.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word and/or Google Docs for formatting/layout.
- Basic understanding of grammar and spelling conventions.
- Good understanding of writing projects (such as research essays) at the college level.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Understanding of effective writing strategies
- Empathy
- Good listening skills
- Good written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous tutoring experience.
- Strong knowledge of effective writing strategies and academic writing conventions.
- Familiarity with APA and MLA formatting.
- Willingness to learn other styles.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work with a diverse student population.
- Knowledge of languages other than English is a plus.
Anticipated Schedule:
- 10-20 hours per week, Monday thru Friday, possibly Sunday evening.
IMPORTNAT NOTE:
Existing Student Employees who have worked in the past for UDM can use the link below to apply for the position.
Job Contact:
- Erin Bell – 313-993-1289 – bellee@udmercy.edu