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Information Sessions

Attending an information session will give you more information about the responsibilities of being a Seahawk Link. You will also gain valuable information about the application process.

Application & Interview Process

There are two parts to the Seahawk Link Application: the online application and the online interview. Both must be submitted by the appropriate deadline in order to be considered for a position.

Step 1: Online Application

 

 

step 2: Online Interview

You must complete the online interview using Interview Stream by the deadlines above to be considered for a Seahawk Link position. You will need a web cam in order to record the interview. If you do not have a web cam, you can record your interview in the UNCW Career Center, Fisher University Union, room 2035.

Create an account at uncw.interviewstream.com using your UNCW e-mail address and password. Complete the Seahawk Link online interview. Step-by-step directions for online interview

Step 3: Group Interview

Applicants will receive a confirmation e-mail once their online application and online interview are received. This e-mail will include a link to sign up for a group interview. All group interviews will be located in Seahawk Crossing Building 3.

Step 4: Individual Interview

After the group interview, applicants will have an individual interview with the Link Leadership Council. These interviews will be held in Fisher University Union, room 2017C.

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What is a Seahawk Link?

Seahawk Links are UNCW students who assist incoming freshmen with the transition into college during their first semester. Seahawk Links serve as a mentor to these students through interactions in the classroom and assist new students with making connections to UNCW.  Students are chosen based upon their involvement at the University, and their interpersonal, academic, and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Must be in good academic and disciplinary standing with the University
• Must have a 2.5 cumulative GPA (unless this is your first term at UNCW)
• Must attend all the 2013 Seahawk Link Training Sessions
  • Spring Retreat - April 26 - 28, Friday evening - Sunday morning
  • Fall Training - August 16, 9 am - 5 pm
• Must attend ALL weekly Seahawk Link meetings in the fall (Thursdays 5 -6 p.m. or 6:15 - 7:15 p.m.)
• Must be a full-time student during the fall 2013 semester

Responsibilities

• Must be knowledgeable about UNCW and the resources available to students
• Coordinate and manage First-Year Seminar event requirements
• Provide support to freshmen through programming and outreach
• Attend all spring and fall trainings, weekly meetings, and mandatory events/programs
• Attend assigned First-Year Seminar course at least once a week
• Coordinate and manage First-Year Seminar event requirements
• Establish expectations with assigned First-Year Seminar instructor
• Facilitate the adjustment of new students to UNCW through the introduction of campus services, academic resources, and campus involvement opportunities
• Serve as a positive role model and peer mentor
• Participate in and promote Synergy, UNCW’s Common Reading Experience, including reading the 2013 Common Reading Book
• Participate Freshman Move-In: August 17, 2013
• Attend and participate in Freshman Convocation: August 19, 2013
• Assist with UNCWelcome activities
• Assist with Family & Alumni Weekend: September 27-29, 2013

Terms of Employment

• This position term will end at the end of the fall 2013 semester.
• Must be a full-time student during the fall 2013 semester.
• Must have established and maintain a 2.5 cumulative and semester GPA.
• Must maintain a good disciplinary standing (being found responsible for a violation of the Student Code of Life or University Honor code constitutes termination).
• Must fulfill all Seahawk Link responsibilities including attendance at all mandatory meetings, trainings, and program

Compensation Package

$300 for fall commitment and a Seahawk Link T-shirt.