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 LGBTQ+ Resources Center | LGBTQ+ Resources Center | LuLu Géza Kelemen | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references to [email protected] | Monday, March 17, 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 - Communications & Marketing | University Life Marketing and Communications | Jennifer De La Rosa | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information for three professional references to [email protected] | Friday, March 21, 2025 |
| GPA - Data Analytics and Digital Asset Management | University Marketing and Communications | Jennifer De La Rosa | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information for three professional references to [email protected] | Friday, March 21, 2025 |
| GPA - Civic Engagement and Service | Center for Leadership and Intercultural Engagement | Phil Rippa | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information for three professional references to [email protected] | Friday, March 28, 2025 |
| GPA for Graduate Student Engagement | Graduate Student Life | Austin A. Deray | 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 | 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 |
Questions?
Please contact the University Life Staff Experience Team: Meeghan Milette [email protected] or Amy Snyder, [email protected]