Peer Educators

Apply to be a Peer Educator

Do you have a passion for wellness and making a difference in your Red Raider community? Join the RISE Peer Educator program! Lead important conversations, connect students to resources, and gain leadership skills that last a lifetime.

Applications to become a Peer Educator now operate on a semesterly rolling basis throughout the year! Application cycles are listed below:

Emergency Fall 2026 Peer Educator Hiring

Missed the regular application cycle? A limited number of emergency hire positions are now available for Fall 2026. Join a nationally certified team of student leaders, receive paid training, and make a meaningful impact on the Texas Tech community. Applications close July 15th followed by a fast-tracked online training courses and mandatory two-day in-person training with your fellow Peer Educators! 
 
Think you have what it takes to educate, lead, and make a lasting impact on the Texas Tech community? Join a select team of nationally certified student leaders and get paid to make a difference. Timelines for applying to the RISE Peer Educator Team are now open on a rolling basis! 

Peer Educator Hiring for Spring Semesters

Applications for each Spring semester will be open July – October 31st followed by interview(s) conducted by RISE pro-staff. Selected Peer Educators will be onboarded, provided with online training modules, and required to attend in-person Peer Educator training in January to kick-off your RISE journey!

Peer Educator Hiring for Fall Semesters

Applications for each Fall semester will be open January – March 31st followed by interview(s) conducted by RISE pro-staff. Selected Peer Educators will be onboarded, provided with online training modules, and required to attend in-person Peer Educator training in August to kick-off your RISE journey!   

General Interest Meetings

Check back here periodically to view our upcoming Peer Educator General Interest Meetings to be held throughout the semester. Don't miss the chance to learn all about the application process and this exciting opportunity! 

How to Apply

This coveted position offers a variety of perks and opportunities unlike any other campus job! To apply please follow the link below where you will be asked for your perspective on relevant campus issues and questions to assess your interest. You may provide an optional resume, CV, and/or cover letter to help us understand your experiences better.  

Continue exploring this page and our website to learn more about RISE and our Peer Education team! If you are interested in getting involved but aren’t sure about being a Peer Educator, check out our Volunteer Page. 

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Who are the RISE Peer Educators?

RISE Peer Educators are a passionate cohort of bright minds and inspiring leaders dedicated to promoting wellness and educating their peers. These selected students collaborate with RISE in outreach, programming, events, and workshop facilitation. They understand the art of balancing academics, work, and personal life and strive to empower Texas Tech students to lead fulfilling lives tailored to their individual needs.

Being a Peer Educator has allowed me to take my care for the people around me and put it into action and make a difference.

- RISE Peer Educator, 2025

TTU RISE has been a great opportunity for me. It has given me a chance to learn and teach topics about safety and boundaries for students at tech!

- RISE Peer Educator, 2025

Meet our Current Team

What are the perks?

• Peer Educators have the opportunity to specialize in a given topic such as Mental Wellbeing, Substance Use, and/or Sexual Health & Healthy Relationships, all of which have a strong foundation in bystander intervention and offer a variety of different prospects.  
• National Exposure: Those who have been Peer Eds for at least one year have the opportunity to present at a prestigious conference.
• Comprehensive Training: Dive deep into topics such as mental health, wellbeing, substance use, sexual assault prevention, consent education, emotional safety, and more. Peer Educators provide a range of services to the TTU and Lubbock community such as leading presentations and workshops, writing blogs, developing tablings and programs, social media content, fundraising, and getting to interact with almost half the student population each year. Peer Educators are certified nationally by NASPA.
• Career Development: Gain hands-on experience for your professional resume while working with professional staff who actively serve in their fields.
• Impact and Engagement: Make a tangible difference, support peers, and shape Texas Tech's culture. Every experience gained is built to not just prepare Peer Educators for life at TTU but for their careers and life beyond graduation.
• Dynamic Team Environment: Collaborate with student leaders from various majors and backgrounds. Peer Educators serve on a specific committee allowing a deeper dive into that topic area.

Requirements

• Mandatory Training: Online training courses take place prior to the start of in-person work throughout the summer to equip students with the proper education and certifications. Peer Eds MUST attend the multi-day training session in mid-August.
• Raider Welcome Week Participation: Engage in Welcome Week events in August and January such as Casino Night, RISE & Shine, Yoga in the Park, and Warm-up with RISE. 
• Monthly Commitment: Dedicate a minimum of 8 hours each week to equal approximately 24 hours per month to committee meetings, office hours, workshops, campus outreach, events, and innovative student engagement initiatives.
• Academic Standard: Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Conduct Expectations: Uphold good disciplinary standing at Texas Tech University.