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.
University Life Graduate Professional Assistant Hiring Process & Timeline:
- Graduate Professional 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 department/hiring manager 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.
- Available University Life GPA opportunities are listed below for the upcoming Spring 2026
2026-2027 Academic Year Graduate Professional Assistant Timeline:
- Available GPA Opportunities: The majority of University Life Graduate Professional Assistant positions will be posted by mid to late March 2026.
- For 2026-2027 academic year, most hiring decisions will take place between March and May 2026.
Available Assistantship Opportunities
| Assistantship (click to view position description) | Office | Contact Person | Application Process | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLIE GPA Position Posting - Leadership Education and Outreach GPA | Center for Leadership and Intercultural Engagement | Phil Rippa | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and the contact information of three professional references (e-mail preferred) to [email protected]. | Monday, March 23, 2026 |
| GPA for Learning Services - Academic Coaching | Learning Services | Vicki Dominick | To apply for this position, please complete this form https://forms.office.com/r/wqpPGP32Lw | Friday, March 27, 2026 |
| GPA for NSFP - Family Programs | New Student & Family Programs | Mackenzie Nelson | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and provide the contact information three professional references to [email protected]. | Friday, April 3, 2026 |
| GPA for HRL Recruitment and Selection | Housing & Residence Life | Dillon Yonker | Completing the application at the following link including submitting a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references by April 10, 2026, for priority review. https://form.jotform.com/260505016636148 | Friday, April 10, 2026 |
| GPA for UL MarCom - Multimedia and Engagement | UL Marketing & Communications | Jennifer De La Rosa | Submit a letter of interest, resume, link to a creative portfolio (showing experience in photo, video, and/or social media content creation), and contact information for three professional references to [email protected] | Monday, April 13, 2026 |
| GPA for Center for the Advancement of Well-Being | Center for Advancement of Well-Being | Katie Clare | submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references (include names, titles, organizations, phone, and email information) by 5 pm on April 20, 2026 to Katie Clare ([email protected]) | Monday, April 20, 2026 |
| GPA for Women and Gender Studies Center | Women and Gender Studies Center | Holly Mason Badra | Submit a letter of interest, resume, and provide the contact information for three professional references by Sunday, April 26, 2026 to: Holly Mason Badra, Associate Director of Women and Gender Studies, [email protected] Note: In your letter of interest, be sure to address why you specifically want to work in the Women and Gender Studies Center. Please also talk about your strategies for staying organized and your experience working collaboratively within teams. | Sunday, April 26, 2026 |
Questions?
Please contact the University Life Staff Experience Team: Meeghan Milette [email protected] or Amy Snyder, [email protected]