Seasonal Application Reader, Undergraduate Admissions, Enrollment and Student Administration Job at Boston University, Boston, MA

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  • Boston University
  • Boston, MA

Job Description

Boston University Admissions seeks to hire a group of seasonal application readers for the 2025-26 application reading season. This group of readers will work with our office from early November through early March. This position is 100% remote.

Seasonal readers will begin their work with a three-week training period. Once trained, they will work with our professional staff to read applications from secondary schools in specific regions in the U.S and overseas. They will be charged with conducting a comprehensive evaluation of applicants from their assigned schools by reviewing academic credentials as well as recommendations, activities, and written essays, while also factoring in an applicant’s life experiences and background. We are a high-volume environment, with an applicant pool of about 80,000. Attention to detail and strict adherence to deadlines are critical skills in this position. Strong analytical and reading skills are essential as is the ability to work independently and seek clarification when necessary. Given the confidential nature of application review, it is essential that all readers exercise the utmost discretion.

Required Skills

The ideal candidates will have prior experience in secondary schools or higher education. Familiarity with secondary school transcripts is required and experience with international curricula and grading systems is preferred. All readers must have access to a private computer with a reliable internet connection. A bachelor’s degree is required. Candidates for the position must reside in the United States. The salary for this position is $25.00 an hour for 15-20 hours per week.

Applicants should send a letter of interest and a resume to Zoe Carter, Associate Director of Admissions at zoe@bu.edu – do not apply through the Careers site. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. Applications will continue to be considered throughout the month of August 2025.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, natural or protective hairstyle, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Job Tags

Part time, For contractors, Seasonal work, Work at office, Immediate start, Remote work, Overseas,

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