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 2024.
- For 2024-2025 academic year, most hiring decisions will take place between March and May 2024.
Assistantship Opportunities
| Assistantship (click to view position description) | Office | Contact Person | Application Process | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GPA for Academic Coaching Learning Services | Learning Services | Vicki Dominick | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to vdominic@gmu.edu | Friday, March 22, 2024 |
| GPA for GMU Esports | Student Involvement | Phil McDaniel | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to pmcdanie@gmu.edu | Friday, March 29, 2024 |
| GPA for Campus Events | Student Involvement | Phil McDaniel | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to pmcdanie@gmu.edu | Friday, March 29, 2024 |
| GPA for Student Governmnet and Student Funding Board | Student Involvement | Phil McDaniel | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to pmcdanie@gmu.edu | Friday, March 29, 2024 |
| GPA for UL Information Technology Specialist | University Life Technology Services | Faiza Shaikh | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to fshaikh6@gmu.edu. | Sunday, March 31, 2024 |
| GPA for Mason360 | University Life Technology Services | Peace Aniemeke | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to paniemek@gmu.edu. | Sunday, March 31, 2024 |
| GPA for Graduate Student Orientation - Summer 2024 | Graduate Student Life | Austin Deray | To apply, please submit a letter of interest describing how you meet the required skills and qualifications, résumé, and names and contact information for three professional references via the online application form at https://forms.office.com/r/iqFRreP19B. If you are unable to submit your application via the online form, you may email your application materials to gradlife@gmu.edu. Questions can be sent to aderay@gmu.edu. | Sunday, March 31, 2024 |
| GPA for Graduate Student Leadership and Advising FY25 | Graduate Student Life | Dr. Julie Choe Kim | To apply, please submit a letter of interest describing how you meet the required skills and qualifications, résumé, and names and contact information for three professional references via the online application form at https://forms.office.com/r/iqFRreP19B. If you are unable to submit your application via the online form, you may email your application materials to gradlife@gmu.edu. Your application should be addressed to the attention of: Julie Choe Kim, Ph.D. | Sunday, March 31, 2024 |
| GPA for Graduate Student Engagement FY25 | Graduate Student Life | Austin Deray | To apply, please submit a letter of interest describing how you meet the required skills and qualifications, résumé, and names and contact information for three professional references via the online application form at https://forms.office.com/r/iqFRreP19B. Please also include a sample of your graphic design or marketing/communication work (maximum of three pages, total). If you are unable to submit your application via the online form, you may email your application materials to gradlife@gmu.edu. Your application should be addressed to the attention of: Austin A. Deray. | Sunday, March 31, 2024 |
| GPA for Student Success and Programming | Contemporary Student Services | Caroline Simpson | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to csimpso@gmu.edu. | Friday, April 5, 2024 |
| GPA for Family Programs, New Student and Family Programs | New Student & Family Programs | Mackenzie Nelson | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to mnelso2@gmu.edu. | Friday, April 5, 2024 |
| GPA for HRL - Graduate Community Director | Housing & Residence Life | Dillon Yonker | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to resstaff@gmu.edu. | Friday, April 5, 2024 |
| GPA for Community Standards | Housing & Residece Life + Community Standards | Dillon Yonker | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to resstaff@gmu.edu. | Friday, April 5, 2024 |
| GPA for LEAD | LEAD: Leadership Education and Development | Phil Rippa | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to prippa@gmu.edu. | Friday, May 3, 2024 |
| GPA for SSAC Substance Use & Recovery | Student Success & Advocacy Center | Delishia Ashworth | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to dashwort@gmu.edu | Wednesday, May 15, 2024 |
Questions?
Please contact the University Life Staff Experience Team: Meeghan Milette mharrin8@gmu.edu or Amy Snyder, asnyder@gmu.edu