KEYS Internship Resident Assistant (Multiple Positions)

The BIO5 Institute at the University of Arizona is seeking program resident assistants (KEYS RAs) for the KEYS 2026 Internship Program. The KEYS Program is a 7-week research internship for Arizona high school students, ages 16-18 years old, from June 1, 2026-July 17, 2026. We are looking for multiple summer full-time positions, working as resident assistants to provide supervision and support of KEYS interns who will be living in campus housing dormitories during internship dates.

BIO5 transcends traditional research models by promoting intensive interdisciplinary collaboration with individuals from many departments and colleges within the University of Arizona. The BIO5 Institute also interfaces with a wide variety of constituents across Arizona as well as both the national and global science communities. BIO5 is dedicated to stimulating leading-edge interdisciplinary research into real-world applications in the fields of medicine and agriculture. The BIO5 Institute is committed to training the next generation of scientists as well as increasing scientific knowledge throughout society.

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• Supervise program participants in the dormitories and during social outings.
• Conduct rounds throughout the dorm to ensure program participants are safe.
• Create a nightly duty log to let other RAs and KEYS staff know what happened during rounds.
• Maintain continual awareness of resident concerns through regular student contact in the residential areas.
• Engage, and support KEYS Internship participants.
• Provide near-peer mentorship to program participants.
• Provide assistance with participant homework assignments.
• Create and lead dorm activities with KEYS Internship participants living in campus housing dormitories during program dates.
• Drive KEYS Internship participants living in campus dorm housing to and from social outings and weekly grocery shopping trips in University of Arizona vehicles.
• Meeting with KEYS housing staff and KEYS program staff weekly.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively with participants, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to be reliable and punctual.
• Strong organizational skills.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.

• High school diploma or high school diploma equivalency is required.
• Valid AZ Driver's license with a minimum of 2 years driving experience.
• Schedule Requirements: Part-time availability from March 30, 2026-May 29, 2026, for program training and certifications. Full Time availability (40 hours a week) including weekend availability from May 30, 2026-July 20, 2026.
• Live in campus dorm housing from May 30-July 17, 2026.
• Minimum age-18 years old by date of hire (March 30, 2026).

• KEYS Internship Alumni
• University of Arizona undergraduate student.
  
• Previous dorm experience.