Student Advisor: EXPLO Middle School (Summer)

Student Advisor – EXPLO Middle School Summer Program

Wellesley College | Wellesley, MA
$4,000 + Housing & Meals Included
June 24–July 26, 2026 (4.5 weeks)

Make This Your Most Meaningful Summer!

Spend your summer making a real impact. As an EXPLO Advisor, you'll mentor middle schoolers, build an inclusive community, and gain hands-on leadership experience—all while living on the beautiful Wellesley College campus.

This isn't a typical summer job. The days are long, the work is fast-paced, and you'll be challenged. But if you're energetic, adaptable, and genuinely care about young people, this experience will shape how you think about education, leadership, and yourself.

About the Program:

EXPLO Middle School is a 4-week academic enrichment program serving students entering grades 7–9. Students participate in immersive courses like Veterinary Science, Medical Rotations, or our signature EXPLO 360° rotating academic experience.

Your role: You'll be a mentor, supervisor, and community builder who helps create a safe, joyful, and transformative summer for every student.

What You'll Do:

Daily Responsibilities:

• Supervise and mentor a group of middle school students alongside a co-Advisor
• Support instructors during classes and activities
• Plan and lead afternoon activities, evening programs, and weekend trips around Boston
• Create a positive, inclusive living environment in the residence halls (residential roles) or support day students
• Participate in on-call rotation to ensure student safety and wellbeing
• Take on a specialized role based on your strengths (examples: activities coordinator, supplies manager, communications lead, or teach an elective for additional pay)

What a typical day looks like: You'll wake up with your students, support the Program while students are in classes, lead an afternoon activity, help facilitate evening programs, ensure lights-out goes smoothly, and check in with your Advisor throughout the day. Days are full, collaborative, and rewarding.

Who Thrives in This Role:

You're a strong candidate if you:

• Have completed at least one year of college by June 2026
• Genuinely enjoy working with 11–14 year olds and the energy that comes with it
• Thrive in team environments and stay positive when things get hectic
• Have prior experience with youth (camp counselor, tutor, coach, babysitter, mentor, teacher's aide, etc.)
• Can commit to living on campus for the full 4.5 weeks
• Are authorized to work in the U.S. or able to obtain work authorization by June 2026

What You'll Gain:
This isn't just a line on your résumé. You'll develop:

• Real leadership and mentorship skills
• Experience in conflict resolution and community building
• Classroom support and educational programming experience
• Event planning and logistics coordination
• A strong network of peers and professional references

Ideal for college students interested in: Education, youth development, psychology, social work, counseling, nonprofit work, program management, or anyone exploring a career working with young people.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Pay: $4,000 for 4.5 weeks
• Bonus: Additional stipend available if you teach an elective
• Housing: Free on-campus room for the full program
• Meals: All meals provided
• Training: Multi-day orientation starting June 24, 2026, plus required virtual training beforehand

Program Details:
Dates: June 24–July 26, 2026 (includes training)
Location: Wellesley College, Wellesley, MA
Position Type: Residential, seasonal, full-time

Physical Requirements: This role involves standing, walking across a large campus, lifting supplies, event setup, and active supervision during trips and activities. Reasonable accommodations are available under the ADA—requests must be submitted in writing before the summer.

How to Apply:
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis—apply early for best consideration.

Step 1: Review this posting and confirm you meet the requirements
Step 2: Visit EXPLO's Faculty & Staff Hiring page to complete the full application
Step 3: Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews on a rolling basis

Questions? Email [email protected]

About EXPLO:

EXPLO is committed to building a diverse, inclusive team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

We believe the best teams are built when people from different perspectives come together to do meaningful work.

Ready to make this summer count? Complete your application at EXPLO's hiring page today.

At EXPLO, our engine is curiosity. We drive joyful learning through investigation, collaboration, and play. We’re a mission-driven, educational non-profit with more than 89,000 student alumni who hail from 90 countries. We offer day and residential summer programs for clever and curious students in grades 4 through 12 on three of the most beautiful college campuses on the East Coast of the U.S. For many, EXPLO is a life-changing experience. Our students sometimes describe it as the place where they feel like the truest version of themselves. We know you’ll transform the lives of our students. We hope the experience will transform yours, too.