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Madonna University

Student Worker

Livonia, MI · On-site

$13.73/hr

... graduate students. Rooted in Catholic and Franciscan traditions, the University emphasizes ... * Assist faculty and staff with academic and administrative projects. * Support classroom ...

University of Michigan

ORGSTUDY201 GSI

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$41K - $46K/yr

Executive Assistant, 800 Weiser - 1042, 734-764-6767, orgstudies.gsi.search@umich.edu Course ... graduate student preferred. Applicants with experience in project based classes will be preferred.

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for graduate student project assistant in Detroit, MI is $16.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.52 and $18.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Graduate Student Project Assistant vs Research Intern?

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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Staff Graduate Assistant - MSHROD China

Ypsilanti, MI • On-site

Eastern Michigan University
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 501 - 1,000 employees
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Job description

Title: Staff Graduate Assistant - MSHROD China
Employee Classification: GS - Graduate Student - Stipend
Pay Grade: GS 0
Division: Academic and Student Affairs
Subdivision: MSHROD China
Department: College of Business
Campus Location: Main Campus
General Summary
The scope of work potentially includes but is not limited to assisting with translations and communications with EMU partners in China, working with faculty in the EMU Management Department on their pedagogical and research activities pertaining to the MSHROD China program, and other office support type activities.
The Graduate Assistant receives a stipend and a tuition waiver.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
  • The Graduate Assistant (GA) will be assigned to work closely with one or more faculty members, assisting with scholarly and teaching-related activities associated with the MSHROD China Program.
  • The scope of work potentially includes, but is not limited to, assisting with translations and communications with EMU partners in China, working with faculty in the EMU Management Department on their pedagogical and research activities pertaining to the MSHROD China program, and other office support-type activities.
  • Assist faculty/staff with research related to projects, teaching related support tasks other assignments that require the skills of graduate students.
  • The Graduate Assistant receives a stipend and a tuition waiver.
  • Other Departmental related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Admission and enrollment in a graduate program.
  • Ability to work up to 20 hours per week.
  • Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 required for new graduate students.
  • For GA reappointments, maintenance of a 67% course completion.
  • A GA must maintain a GPA of 3.0 to continue.
  • Enrollment in at least 6 credits for Fall and Winter Semesters.
Area-Specific Requirements:
  • Must be able to read, write and speak fluently in Mandarin Chinese.
  • Preference will be given to graduate students who are able to work two consecutive semesters.
  • Proficiency to Microsoft Office Software- Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills in Mandarin and English.
  • Able to work with statistical and survey software.
Preferred Qualifications:
N/A
Special Instructions:
N/A
Appointment Percentage:
100%

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