What are some of the characteristics needed to become a PSIM?

Personal Characteristics

Specific PSIM Competencies Required

Challenging - The challenger encourages a student to go beyond their own level of comfort. They guide a student to take on activities that might initially seem challenging.

Pathfinding - Pathfinders will guide students to participate in activities and organize experiences to learn and grow. They help students look at the "bigger picture" when planning and selecting their pursuits.

Double-Loop Learning Focus - a double-looped learner is a person who, in the process of solving one problem, always learns strategies on how to solve other problems and prevents similar problems from reoccurring.

Managed Learning - This process includes the act of setting goals and being an active planner in establishing those objectives. Through intentional, frequent self-evaluation of performance, progress and following up on specific activities, a student learns to further their own development.

Qualifications

To qualify as a PSIM, you must:

• Have completed one full-year or 30 academic credits at New York City College of Technology.
• Be a full-time student for the current and upcoming semester for which you apply.
• Be in good academic standing, with at least 2.5 GPA.
• Have had some experience working or participating in student activities on campus.

Time Commitment

TBA

Compensation

All positions under the PSI umbrella are part-time, seasonal positions and will be compensated in the following ways:

• Professional Development Workshops/Trainings
• Networking with NYCCT Faculty, Administrative Professionals and Student Leaders
• Depending on your position description, you will be paid by stipend or an hourly wage