Summer Programs Resident Assistant

In order to participate in Berklee Student Employment, a student must fulfill the following requirements:

• Current student at Berklee College of Music or Boston Conservatory at Berklee.

• Enrolled at least half-time in a degree, diploma, or certificate-seeking undergraduate or graduate program. Summer is the only semester in which a student can maintain employment without being enrolled. In this case, the student must be pre-registered for the upcoming fall semester. This exception does not apply to fall or spring semesters.

• Have a valid United States Social Security Number (SSN).

• Remain in “valid” Visa status as applicable.

• A minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Students in their first semester can work, even though they do not have an official GPA until the completion of their first semester.

• Federal Work Study student may apply.

• In good disciplinary standing.

• Must be located in the U.S.

For complete program details, please go to our website: www.berklee.edu/se.

Summer Resident Assistants (Summer RAs) are accessible, trustworthy, and respected student leaders striving to create a safe and inclusive environment for Berklee Summer Programs. They facilitate the well-being of the Summer Programs students through programming, mentoring, and peer leadership. They serve as ambassadors for Berklee and the Conservatory and exemplify the qualities of a Berklee student.

Responsibilities Include:

• Serving as a resource, mentor, and role model to Summer Program students 

• Participating in a scheduled rotation of duties whenever programs are in session

• Evening and day shifts 

• Assisting with checkout processes for Summer Programs

• Developing programs for summer residents based on interest and need

• Enforcing policies as outlined by the Code of Conduct and Summer Programs Rules and Policies

• Documenting and reporting any inappropriate behaviors

• Assisting in day-to-day operations of buildings (work orders, key management, etc.)

Required Qualifications: 

• Understand and support the mission of Boston Conservatory at Berklee

• Live on-campus throughout Summer Programs

• Must be available 25-30 hours/week

• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Excellent communication skills

• The ability to think critically

• Flexibility, maturity, and excellent time management skills

• Work well in a team environment

• Maintain a positive attitude, willingness to get to know new people, and a readiness to have fun!

Compensation:

• $17/hour, with room and board for duration of Summer Programs, and meal plan

Duration:

June 8th, 2025 - August 7th/14th, 2026

Application Requirements:

Please submit a résumé and cover letter. The cover letter should detail all relevant experience, and highlight any previous work in housing, Summer Programs or working with minors.

Hourly Rate: $17

Hiring Manager: Brit Barone

About Berklee’s Pre-College, Online, and Professional Programs Division Berklee’s division of Pre-College, Online, and Professional Programs (POPP) is at the forefront of contemporary music education worldwide, serving more than 3.5 million students to date. Currently comprising Berklee Online, Berklee Summer Programs, and Berklee Press, POPP is shaping the key players of tomorrow’s music industry through innovative study in performance, production, business, theater, dance, and more. Students emerge from programs with a professional portfolio, practical job skills, and a strong sense of community. Through internationally acclaimed online courses and degree programs, intensive summer programs and workshops, textbooks that are the definitive source on their subjects, and emerging K-12 offerings, POPP brings the best of Berklee to students all over the world.