JOB DESCRIPTION

Are you looking for a fun and rewarding summer experience that includes free housing, full-time hours, and the opportunity to meet people from around the world? Want to spend your summer in Boston while gaining hands-on experience in student life, leadership, hospitality, and international education?

EF International Language Campuses is seeking dynamic, caring, and community-minded individuals to join our Housing team as Summer Resident Advisors from June-August, 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced international environment where every day is different.

As a Resident Advisor, you will help create a safe, welcoming, and engaging residential experience for students from around the globe. We are looking for individuals who are responsible, adaptable, energetic, and passionate about building community.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with a diverse international student population and energetic staff team
• Serve in a variety of roles including administrator, mentor, activity leader, role model, counselor, and community builder
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive campus environment
• Provide guidance and support to students while helping ensure their well-being and safety
• Serve as a point person for student incidents and concerns
• Assist students with questions, transportation, and navigating campus life
• Uphold and enforce EF’s Community Standards policies
• Deliver excellent customer service and represent EF in a professional and positive manner
• Assist with arrivals, departures, room changes, and housing operations
• Manage room key collection, distribution, and inventory
• Conduct room inspections and support housing standards
• Collaborate with the Activities team to organize on-campus and city activities for students

QUALIFICATIONS

Ideal Candidate

• Motivated, responsible, and confident in a leadership role
• Flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
• Passionate about community-building and student support
• Comfortable taking initiative and solving problems independently
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Able to think quickly and respond calmly to unexpected situations
• Positive attitude, sense of humor, professionalism, and empathy for others
• Comfortable taking charge during emergencies or high-pressure situations

Requirements

• Available to work from July 10 - August 16, 2026, extension possible
• Available to work nights and weekends as needed
• Must live in EF housing for the duration of the contract
• Ability to work 15-30 hours per week
• Experience in student life, hospitality, customer service, camps, or residential programs is a strong plus

Benefits

• FREE housing on EF’s Boston Campus
• Meal plan included
• Hourly wage starting at $16/hour
• Opportunities for additional paid hours through activities, events, and special projects
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Free tickets and events around Boston
• A fun, international summer experience with students and staff from around the world

Join us this summer to make an impact, gain valuable experience, and create lasting memories in the heart of Boston.

At EF Education First, we believe that the world is better when people try to understand one another. Since 1965, EF has helped millions of people see new places, experience new cultures, and learn new things about the world and about themselves.