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AspectGraduate Student Project AssistantResearch Intern
Required CredentialsEnrolled graduate student, relevant courseworkUndergraduate or graduate student, relevant field of study
Work EnvironmentAcademic or research settings, university labsResearch labs, academic institutions, industry research centers
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research projects, academic departmentsResearch organizations, industry R&D, academic institutions
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for academic research rolesOften compared for internship opportunities in research

The Graduate Student Project Assistant typically works within academic or research settings, assisting with projects related to their field of study while enrolled in a graduate program. A Research Intern usually is an undergraduate or graduate student gaining research experience, often in industry or academic labs. Both roles involve research tasks, but the assistant position is more integrated into ongoing projects within a university, whereas the intern role may be more exploratory or temporary.

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Graduate Project Assistant - A&S Dean's Office - 2026/27

Seton Hall University

Orange, NJ • On-site

Part-time

Posted 13 days ago

Job description

Graduate Project Assistant - A&S Dean's Office - 2026/27
Job no: 497457
Full time/Part time: Part-time
Location: South Orange
Categories: Student Employment
JOB SUMMARY
The College of Arts and Sciences Office of Finance and Administration is seeking a Graduate Student Project Assistant to support the Associate Dean and Senior Director of College Operations with a variety of project-based assignments during the summer and fall. This part-time student role is a good opportunity for a graduate student interested in higher education administration, project coordination, operations, and organizational support.
The Graduate Project Assistant will help with research, communications, meeting support, document preparation, and general coordination for ongoing projects and special initiatives.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist with project-related tasks and general administrative support
- Help organize materials, documents, and shared project files
- Support meeting preparation, note-taking, and follow-up
- Draft and format documents, presentations, spreadsheets, and communications
- Conduct basic research and gather information for projects and planning
- Help track timelines, tasks, and next steps for active initiatives
- Assist with data entry and routine project tracking
- Provide support on other related assignments as needed
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Current enrollment in a graduate degree program
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage assignments independently and meet deadlines
- Professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive information
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and stay organized
- Familiarity with Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, or similar platforms
- Strong initiative and reliability
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Interest in data analytics, administration, and/or project management
- Prior experience in an office, academic, or student support setting
CONTACT
Eugenia Providence
FEDERAL WORK STUDY ELIGIBILITY
Not Required
Seton Hall University is committed to programs of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO).
Advertised: 05 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 02 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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