BUS:2200 Discover Guides
Everyone could use an experienced role model as they enter college. The BUS:2200 Discover Guide Program provides an opportunity for current Tippie students to serve as peer mentors to students in their first semester in the College of Business.
You will be part of a teaching team that will include a BUS:2200 instructor and a total of four Discover Guides. You will work side-by-side with the teaching team to plan and facilitate weekly lessons in the course.
As a Discover Guide, you will facilitate discussions, answer questions, model resourceful student practices, and share your experiences. You'll build relationships with the students in your course by being an approachable resource as they learn about the Tippie College of Business and professionalism.
For a full description of role responsibilities and time commitments, see the job description
How to be a Discover Guide
Recruitment for Spring 2026 Discover Guides is only open to returning Guides at this time.
Recruitment for Fall 2026 Discover Guides will occur in the Spring 2026 semester.
Information Sessions
All students interested in the Discover Guide role are welcome to attend information sessions. Information sessions will occur in Spring 2026 for the Fall 2026 Semester. Updates will be provided.
Application Process
Official recruitment involves an application and interview process.
The application is now closed for fall 2025.
Interviews:
Eligible applicants invited to move on to the interview stage will receive an email. Interviews will occur in-person during the dates below. Applicants who are studying abroad during the Spring 2026 semester and therefore cannot attend the in-person interviews should email jennifer-p-long@uiowa.edu
Questions?
Please contact Jenny Long, Assistant Director Internships and Career Learning at jennifer-p-long@uiowa.edu