TSP Mentor Application

We are glad to know you are interested in participating in our program and supporting transfer students at Texas A&M University. Please carefully read this application. Make sure the information you provide is complete and accurate. Some questions are mandatory, and others are optional. *Preference will be given to complete application forms. If you have any questions about the application form, you may email us at tsp@tamu.edu.

*We will be interviewing qualified applicants as they are submitted until all spaces are filled.

Deadline to Apply: April 10, 2025

Interviews start April 4, 2025
Let's Get Started
I am applying to work*

Summer onlyFall onlyI can work summer and fall
How many hours do you anticipate taking in the fall? *
Ex. 12, 15, 17, etc.
Are you available to work any of the following dates in the summer?*

May 21-22June 26-27July 17-18I am not available to work in the summer.
Anticipated graduation date*

Extracurricular Activities
Have you joined any clubs or organizations at Texas A&M University?*
List activities and meeting times.
Achievements*
List (2) of your most meaningful achievements (awards, merits, scholarships, volunteer work, etc.). Does not have to be college-related.
Hobby/Interests*
If your hobby or interest is not listed, please feel free to include it here.

Short Answer Questions
In no more than 150 words, explain why you want to participate in the Transfer Student Program*

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Think about someone you admire; it can be a former employer, coach, teacher, or friend. What (2) words would they use to describe you, and why?*

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Mentoring is about sharing with your peers, offering support, and friendship. Describe the coolest thing about you in a 280-character tweet.*

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Tell Us More About You
Your personal statement is important for us to better understand who you are; the statement should be no less than 100 and no more than 350 words.

Personal Statement Prompt: Describe the world you came from and how and why you transferred to Texas A&M University.
Personal Statement*

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Next, select 1 of the following 2 essay prompts. There are no right or wrong answers; just be honest and forthright in no less than 100 and no more than 350 words.
Writing prompt: (select only 1)*

Describe an experience where you were unsuccessful in achieving a goal. What happened, and what lessons did you learn from this experience?Describe how you hope students will benefit from having you as a mentor at TAMU. What would be their takeaways, or what do you hope they would say or think about your mentorship?
Please choose the prompt and complete it here. *

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Skillset
In addition to mentoring, we host a podcast and vlogs, create content for magazines and newsletters, and use social media.

Skills: Check all that you are proficient or moderately familiar with.

Skills I'd like to learn: Check all that you want to learn or think you might be good at doing.
My Skills
Skills I'd like to learn

References
Please share the names and contact information of two individuals who are familiar with you. Higher weight will be given to instructors, advisors, employers, and supervisors, but you may provide any individuals you like.
Reference #1*

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Reference #1 Email*
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Phone Number*
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Relationship *
Reference #2*

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Reference #2 Email*
example@example.com
Phone Number*
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Relationship *
Is there anything else you'd like to share to help us make our decision?
*By submitting this application, you consent to GPA verification and reference checks.
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