Join the Residential Life Team!
Applications for 2024-25 have closed
Application for 2025-26 will open winter quarter
Residential Life is dedicated to fostering a vibrant and supportive living environment where every student can flourish. Supported by our professional staff, we offer round-the-clock support and educational opportunities to create a transformative living experience.
Our Approach
Curricular Focus: Our program is designed with a curriculum-based approach. This framework ensures that students have a structured opportunity to learn and develop within their residential community.
Student Positions
- Resident Advisor (RA): These student leaders play a crucial role in building community, providing support, and fostering a positive residential experience in Summit & Forest Hall.
- Apartment Advisor (AA): These student leaders play a crucial role supporting residents within the apartment-style housing units in the Horizon Hall.
- Summer Resident Advisor (SRA): These roles are integral to maintaining the quality of life in our community during the summer quarter.
Click on each job title for the respective job description!
Student Leader Position Breakdown
| Resident Advisor (Summit) | Resident Advisor (Forest) | Apartment Advisor (Horizon) | Summer Resident Advisor (Summit) | |
| Role Term | Academic Year | Academic Year | 12-month | Summer Quarter |
| Role Dates | August 2024 – June 2025 | August 2024 – June 2025 | August 2024 – August 2025 | June 2024-August 2024 |
| Role Length (months) | 10 months | 10 months | 12 months | 3 months |
| Student Leader Team | 10 RAs | 10 RAs | 5 AAs | 5 Summer RAs |
| Hall Room Type | Bedrooms with private bathrooms | Multi-bedroom suites with shared sitting room bathroom | Multi-bedroom apartments with shared bathroom | Bedrooms with private bathrooms |
| Community Type | First-Year Experience | Second year & above housing | Returning student & Grad housing | Summer housing & conferences |
| RA/AA Room Type | Single bedroom with private bathrooms | Single bedroom in a shared unit | Single bedroom in a shared apartment | Single bedroom with private bath |
| Role Dates | August 2024 – June 2025 | August 2024 – June 2025 | August 2024 – August 2025 | June 2024-August 2024 |
| Length of Role | 10 months | 10 months | 12 months | 3 months |
Application Details
- Application Period: Mark your calendars! Application opens December 2024.
- Deadline: Applications will be due in late January 2025.
Student Information Sessions
Join us at our informational sessions to gain deeper insights into the roles and how to be a successful applicant. Specific dates will be posted in December 2024.
What to Expect
During these info sessions, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Learn about the Role: Understand the responsibilities and contributions of being a Resident Advisor.
- Explore The Residential Village: Discover the unique residential experience we offer.
- Compensation Package: Gain insights into the compensation and benefits associated with these positions.
- Hear from Current RAs: Listen to firsthand experiences from our current Resident Advisors about their journeys in this role.
We invite you to join us at these sessions and explore the enriching opportunities available within Residential Life. Take a step towards becoming a catalyst for positive change in our community!
Questions? Comments? Concerns?
For additional questions about the role or the process, email Assistant Director Dion Crommarty at uwbreslife@uw.edu.