University Life is committed to the growth, learning, and professional development of graduate students by providing high-quality, relevant experiences in various functional areas within student affairs related units. Graduate Professional Assistants are invaluable members of the Division of University Life at George Mason University.
George Mason University is an equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity.
Process and Timeline
- Assistantships are available at the Masters and Doctoral levels and are compensated according to the unit’s established rates for the contracted responsibilities. Position responsibilities, time commitment, and compensation will vary by department and position.
- All assistantships comply with graduate student hiring rules and regulations are outlined by the Graduate Division in the Graduate Division Hiring Rules & Procedures.
- Students must be enrolled full-time in a graduate program in order to be eligible for assistantships.
- Applications are submitted to the University Life department/hiring manager and/or HandShake as indicated on the position posting.
- University Life hiring managers may request virtual or phone interviews. Decisions to offer assistantships are at the discretion of the respective hiring manager for each position.
- The majority of University Life Graduate Professional Assistant positions will be posted by late mid-late March 2025.
- For 2025-2026 academic year, most hiring decisions will take place between March and May 2025.
Assistantship Opportunities
| Assistantship (click to view position description) | Office | Contact Person | Application Process | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GPA for Community Standard and Housing | Community Standards & Housing & Residence Life | Dillon Yonker | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information for three professional references to [email protected] | Wednesday, March 19, 2025 |
| GPA Basic Needs Services | Student Support and Advocacy Center | Dwayne Hamilton Jr. | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information for three professional references to [email protected] | Friday, March 21, 2025 |
| GPA for Graduate Student Engagement | Graduate Student Life | Austin A. Deray | Complete application and submit references, cover letter, resume, and Marketing-Communications sample materials via our application form: https://forms.office.com/r/FeBD7baDXA. | Sunday, March 30, 2025 |
GPA for Graduate Student Orientation - Summer 2025 | Graduate Student Life | Austin A. Deray | Complete application and submit references, cover letter and resume via our application form: https://forms.office.com/r/FeBD7baDXA. | Sunday, March 30, 2025 |
| GPA for Mason 360 | University Life Technology Services | Peace Aniemeke | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information for three professional references to [email protected] | Monday, March 31, 2025 |
| GPA for Fraternity and Sorority Life | Student Involvement | Phil McDaniel | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information for three professional references to [email protected]. | Friday, April 4, 2025 |
| GPA for Campus Events | Student Involvement | Phil McDaniel | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information for three professional references to [email protected]. | Friday, April 4, 2025 |
| GPA for CLIE - 12 Month GPA Role | Center for Leadership and Intercultural Engagement | Jamrensze De Leon | For full consideration, please submit a complete application via https://forms.office.com/r/8RkN3UCumu. You will need to upload a resume, cover letter answering provided questions, and a list of 3 references. | Friday, April 4, 2025 |
| GPA for Patriot Experience | Student Success Coaching & Patriot Experience | TJ Pegg, Ed.D | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references in one (1) PDF files to [email protected] | Friday, April 11, 2025 |
| GPA for Student Support and Advocacy Center - Substance Use & Recovery | Student Support and Advocacy Center | Kristin Gibson | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information for three professional references to [email protected] | Monday, April 14, 2025 |
| GPA for HRL Assessment | Housing & Residence Life | Nicholas Millner | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information for three professional references to [email protected]. | Tuesday, April 15, 2025 |
| GPA for UL Mason Square | University Life Mason Square | Melissa Thierry | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information for three professional references to [email protected]. | Tuesday, April 15, 2025 |
| GPA for GMU Esports | Student Involvement | Phil McDaniel | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information for three professional references to [email protected]. | Friday, April 18, 2025 |
| GPA for Well-Being Project Connect | Center for the Advancement of Well-Being | Zareena Khan | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information for three professional references to [email protected] | Monday, April 21, 2025 |
| GPA For Student Support Services | Contemporary Student Services | Matt McLaughlin | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information for three professional references to [email protected] | Tuesday, May 6, 2025 |
| GPA for Academic Standards | Academic Standards Office | Toshia Johnson | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information for three professional references to [email protected] | Friday, May 9, 2025 |
Questions?
Please contact the University Life Staff Experience Team: Meeghan Milette [email protected] or Amy Snyder, [email protected]