Seeking Conversation Partners

Position Description

As a conversation partner, you will:

• Meet once a week with small groups of 1-4 students for conversation practice in the target language
• Design role plays, dialogues, and conversation topics 
• Submit weekly lesson plans and post-session reports on student progress

The ideal conversation partner:

• Is excited to share their language and culture(s)
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills
• Is organized and responsive

The conversation partner role is a wonderful opportunity to share your language and culture, build community, and gain fun and resume-building professional experience. 

Positions available: 

• The Center hires 30-50 conversation partners each semester. 
• Conversation partners are hired for one semester at a time.

Eligibility:

• Candidates must be able to speak, read, and write in the target language. No other experience is required -- we'll train you!
• Candidates must possess a good command of spoken English, be eligible to work in the U.S., and be able to pass a post-offer background check.
• This position counts as on-campus employment for international students enrolled at any of the Five Colleges.
• Individuals on J-1 visas or who are working a significant number of hours in another position should inquire about eligibility to ensure compliance with employment rules.
• This position is not eligible for work study and does not count toward work study earnings limits.

Hours: 2-4 hours/week

Pay: $15.75–$17.25 for current or recent undergraduates; others should inquire with the Center.

Location: Sessions will meet on your home campus. 

Questions? Contact fclang@fivecolleges.edu.

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.