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University of Maryland

Graduate Assistant

College Park, MD · On-site

$26K - $27K/mo

Summary & Additional Information The Department of Mechanical Engineering Student Services Office seeks to hire a UMD Graduate Assistant to provide administrative support to the undergraduate office ...

Umd

Graduate Assistant

College Park, MD

$26K - $27K/mo

Summary & Additional Information The Department of Mechanical Engineering Student Services Office seeks to hire a UMD Graduate Assistant to provide administrative support to the undergraduate office ...

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Graduate Student Assistants are graduate-level students who work part-time at a university to assist faculty or academic departments with teaching, research, or administrative tasks. Their responsibilities can include grading assignments, leading discussion groups, conducting research, or supporting departmental operations. These positions provide valuable professional experience, financial support, and opportunities for skill development while pursuing a graduate degree.

What are the typical responsibilities of a graduate student assistant?

Graduate Student Assistants often support faculty with research, grading, administrative tasks, and sometimes teaching or tutoring undergraduate students. Their responsibilities vary by department but generally include assisting with data collection, literature reviews, and helping to organize academic events. These tasks not only help departments run smoothly but also provide valuable hands-on experience and professional networking opportunities for the assistant. Working closely with faculty and peers fosters mentorship and can open doors for future academic or professional advancement.

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To thrive as a Graduate Student Assistant, you need strong organizational, research, and academic skills, usually supported by enrollment in a graduate program. Familiarity with data analysis tools, learning management systems, and office productivity software is often required. Excellent time management, communication, and teamwork skills help you effectively support faculty and collaborate with peers. These abilities ensure efficient assistance with academic projects, administrative tasks, and contribute to a productive learning environment.

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Infographic showing various Graduate Student Assistant job openings in Washington, DC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,034 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

Student Communications Assistant I _On-Campus FWS

Washington, DC • On-site

GW Student Employment Center for Career Services
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$18.40/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Position Details
Position Information
Fill out your application carefully and completely, including attaching the correct documents as requested. You will NOT be able to withdraw and reapply if you make a mistake.
Positions may close unexpectedly if they reach a high number of applicants. It is in your best interest to apply promptly to any positions that interest you.
If this position title includes the label On-Campus FWS or Off-Campus FWS, it is for students with a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the current school year ONLY. Applicants to these positions will be required to verify this by attaching their FWS Program Student Statement as a required document. Do not apply unless you meet this criterion.
Position Title
Student Communications Assistant I _On-Campus FWS
Level of Support
Student Support I
Position Type
On-Campus FWS
Number of Openings
1
Work Hours
During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm)
Wage Per Hour
18.40
Division/School
School of Business
Department Name
140307 SCHOOL OF BUSINESS GRADUATE BUSINES
Department Bio
The Graduate Programs Office is a fast-paced office setting that delivers academic advising and co- curricular opportunities to graduate students on a year-round basis.
Position Specific Summary
Communications Student Assistant
The Communications Student Assistant will support the Assistant Program Director in developing and executing strategic marketing and communications initiatives for the Office of Graduate Programs. The position will assist with promoting graduate programs, events, student organizations, and co-curricular programming while helping strengthen student engagement, participation, and sense of community.
Key Responsibilities
Communications & Marketing
  • Assist with managing and updating graduate program websites, social media channels, digital signage, and other communication platforms.
  • Draft and develop content for social media posts, newsletters, announcements, event promotions, and other internal and external communications.
  • Create flyers, graphics, brochures, digital assets, QR codes, registration materials, and other promotional materials using tools such as Canva.
  • Support communication campaigns for graduate programs, events, initiatives, and student engagement opportunities.
  • Update event information, promotional assets, and digital content as directed.
  • Assist with photography, event content collection, and the development of event recaps, student spotlights, and engagement highlights.
  • Help monitor and respond to inquiries received through the program's various communication channels.
  • Utilize communication data and analytics to help assess the reach and effectiveness of marketing and engagement efforts.

Event & Program Support
  • Collaborate with the Assistant Program Director to develop and implement communications plans that effectively reach and engage graduate students.
  • Support the promotion, preparation, and execution of graduate programs, events, and co-curricular activities.
  • Assist with documenting and promoting graduate student club activities, student leadership opportunities, and campus programming.
  • Help create and distribute promotional materials before, during, and after events.
  • Provide support for student outreach and engagement initiatives.

Student Organization & Community Support
  • Support communication and marketing efforts for graduate student organizations and activities.
  • Assist with highlighting student involvement, leadership, accomplishments, and campus experiences.
  • Contribute to initiatives that build community, belonging, and engagement among graduate students.

Office & Administrative Support
  • Assist with organizing communication materials, event information, registration resources, and promotional assets.
  • Provide general administrative and communications support to the Office of Graduate Programs as needed.
  • Complete other communications- and program-related tasks as assigned.

Core Responsibilities
  • Event & Program Support
  • Student Outreach & Communication
  • Office & Administrative Support
  • Social Media & Marketing
  • Student Organization Support

Key Competencies
  • Strong written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Excellent organization and time-management skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Creativity and attention to detail
  • Familiarity with Canva, Instagram, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, or similar digital tools
  • Interest in student leadership, engagement, and campus involvement
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with staff and student organizations
  • Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends to support events and programs

Impact of the Role
The Communications Student Assistant plays an important role in strengthening the visibility and engagement of the Office of Graduate Programs. Through effective communications, creative marketing, event support, and student outreach, this position helps:
  • Increase student engagement and participation in graduate programs and campus activities
  • Build a stronger sense of campus community and belonging
  • Highlight student experiences, leadership, and accomplishments
  • Enhance awareness of graduate programming and opportunities
  • Improve the overall graduate student experience

Standard Position Description
The student will provide basic support with print, web, social media, and/or other digital content. Tasks may include: posting and updating website pages and social media accounts; create written communications and/or newsletters, assist with graphic and/or video editing. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental/faculty needs.
Professional Outcomes
Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Leadership, Professionalism, Inclusion, Technology and Data, Career Development
Required Qualifications
This is an entry level position, little to no experience required, all training will be provided.
Preferred Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for design, and a working knowledge of social media platforms. Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud or other design tools is preferred.
Please include samples of creative works, portfolio, social media posts, graphics, you have worked on if possible.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
08/24/2026
Job Close Date
08/28/2026
Campus Location
Foggy Bottom
Work Type Designation
In-Person
Hiring Manager Name
Janiece Morton
Special Instructions Summary
Ideal applicant will have availability to work a total of 10 hours on campus in foggy bottom in Duques Hall on either Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Fridays.
EEO Statement
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment-free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.
For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.
Background Check
The student employee will:
In this position, the student will not perform any functions and/or have access to any financially, safety, or security sensitive items listed above. - Background check not required.

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