Eligibility: |
Candidates must be accepted graduate students within a two-year program who have musical experience and a willingness to serve the mission of the Center for Worship and Spirituality in its musical and liturgical offerings. Candidates need not be Roman Catholic to apply. Strong piano skills and proficiency in music reading are required. |
Deadline to Apply: |
August 22, 2022. |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year: |
1 |
Work hours per week: |
10-12 |
How to Apply: |
Contact Sean McElwee, Campus Minister for Liturgical Music, to apply. |
Interview Required? |
Yes |
Whom to Contact: |
Sean McElwee, Campus Minister for Liturgical Music |
| Description: | Campus Ministry’s Liturgy Team seeks a pianist/organist who’s work will build upon the rich tradition of liturgical music on Villanova’s campus. Depending on the candidate’s experience, interests and abilities, responsibilities could include a range of musical, liturgical and administrative tasks. The primary responsibility will be accompanying (at the piano or organ) the Pastoral Musicians, Villanova University’s vocal and instrumental sacred music ensemble. Candidates must be accepted graduate students within a two-year program who have musical experience and a willingness to serve the mission of the Center for Worship and Spirituality in its musical and liturgical offerings. Candidates need not be Roman Catholic to apply. Strong piano skills and proficiency in music reading are required. Candidates may also be asked to serve as a cantor (song leader), choral singer and/or instrumental soloist, or conductor, according to ability. A simple audition will be part of the hiring process. By nature of the areas of responsibility, this position provides opportunity for training and formation in pastoral music and liturgical leadership, especially among student populations. |
Funding Opportunities Around Campus
Graduate Assistantships, Tuition Scholarships, and Graduate Assistant Hourly positions may be available (contingent on available funds) in the following university offices. Please see the list below to determine the eligibility criteria and to whom you should address your application in each department. Spaces are competitive and limited. If you are being considered for a position, you will be contacted directly by the office listed after you apply for a position.
Graduate Assistant Positions Accepting Applications (Tuition Remission Included)
Eligibility: |
Must be admitted to Graduate Arts and Sciences degree program. Experience working in higher education as a student leader or in an office setting preferred. |
Deadline to Apply: |
August 10, 2022. |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year: |
1 |
Work hours per week: |
7 |
How to Apply: |
Contact Susan Jacobs at Susan.Jacobs@villanova.edu to apply. |
Interview Required? |
Yes |
Whom to Contact: |
Susan Jacobs – Susan.Jacobs@villanova.edu |
| Description: | The Office for Undergraduate Students (OUS) handles a variety of services for students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences including professional development, internships, retention and student success, advising, and general student services. OUS is seeking a Tuition Scholar to support the team with a variety of projects and responsibilities including both administrative and research duties. Administrative: front desk/reception work, greeting visitors and directing them appropriately or answering routine questions; answering phone and email, scheduling meetings, reserving rooms for events, data entry and other administrative tasks. Research: conducting benchmarking studies/collection of data on how peer universities handle different policies, procedures and programming offered to undergraduate students. There is also an opportunity for those interested in Academic Advising or Counseling to observe student/advisor meetings. Applicants must have excellent communication skills and an ability to handle talking to a variety of visitors to the office. Applicants should be a "self-starter" and take initiative to ask questions in order to problem-solve. The person in the role should also be comfortable discussing or handling some sensitive situations (i.e. talking to students who need to connect with a staff member in order to cope with personal challenges). Successful candidate would also need to sign a confidentiality waiver to not disclose any student information. Position is renewable for second year, pending a successful review at the end of the first year. Graduate students in the following programs are encouraged to apply: Higher Education, Counseling, Public Administration, Communication. |
Eligibility: |
A student admitted to the Master’s program in one of the following departments or programs: Classical Studies, Communication, Counseling, Education, English, History, Human Resource Development, Liberal Studies, Philosophy, Political Science, Public Administration, Psychology, Theatre, or Theology and Religious Studies. Preference will be give to students whose research interests and professional experience are related to the African continent, the experience of Afro-descendants in the Americas, and the interdisciplinary field of Africana Studies . |
Deadline to Apply: |
July 22, 2022. |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year: |
1 |
Work hours per week: |
20 |
How to Apply: |
Please submit your CV/resumé, and a 500-750 word personal statement outlining your research interests, professional experience and long-term career goals, and your motivation for applying for this fellowship. Please submit these documents in PDF format to the Africana Studies program director, Dr. Olukunle P. Owolabi. |
Interview Required? |
Yes |
Whom to Contact: |
Dr. Olukunle P. Owolabi: olukunle.owolabi@villanova.edu |
| Description: | The Assistantship has been created to attract to the Graduate Division of Liberal Arts and Sciences outstanding students committed to Africana Studies and to recognize the strength of the Graduate Division’s faculty resources in Africana Studies across the humanities and social sciences. Because the Africana Studies program at Villanova University emphasizes the links between theory and practice, academic learning and its application, we expect the holder of the assistantship to be a knowledgeable and active participant in the Africana Studies community. Graduate students whose research interests and professional experience are related to the African continent, the experience of Afro-descendants in the Americas, and the interdisciplinary field of Africana Studies will be given special consideration for this position. Candidates should also have demonstrable administrative skills, including knowledge of programs like Microsoft Word, the interest and ability to work on the program’s webpage, and all social media. Preference will be given to applicants with experience organizing and planning events. Learn more about the position and how to apply. |
Eligibility: |
Applicants must be a Black Catholic interested in lay ministry; enrolled in the M.A. in Ministry and Theology or Certificate in Pastoral Ministry program and willing to live and work in a first-year residence hall. |
Deadline to Apply: |
February 1, 2022 preferred |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year: |
1 |
Work hours per week: |
20 |
How to Apply: |
Indicate your interest for this position in application to the M.A. in Ministry & Theology or Certificate in Pastoral Ministry programs |
Interview Required? |
Yes |
Whom to Contact: |
John Edwards, john.p.edwards@villanova.edu |
| Description: | Full info at: Villanova.edu/residentialministry |
Eligibility: |
The successful candidate will be enrolled in a graduate program in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Villanova School of Business, College of Engineering, or College of Nursing. Preference will be given to an incoming graduate student in Communication or Theology and Ministry who is interested in staying in the position for 2 years. |
Deadline to Apply: |
April 15, 2022. |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year: |
1 |
Work hours per week: |
7 |
How to Apply: |
Please email a resume and cover letter to the Director of Communication, Suzanne Wentzel at suzanne.wentzel@villanova.edu. |
Interview Required? |
Yes |
Whom to Contact: |
Suzanne Wentzel, suzanne.wentzel@villanova.edu |
| Description: | Campus Ministry's Tuition Scholarship for Communications will be responsible for carrying out Campus Ministry's social media efforts. Guided by Villanova's Augustinian identity and values, this person will seek to serve as a virtual minister to the Villanova community by engaging them digitally in topics such as faith, spirituality and service. Over the course of this position, this person will be expected to develop a depth of knowledge about the Campus Ministry mission, staff and programming so that they can cultivate and create meaningful content that tells the story of Campus Ministry and its students. Please read the full description here. |
Eligibility |
Must be admitted to Graduate Arts and Sciences degree program. Experience with pedagogy of Service Learning or volunteer program will be strongly considered. One-year post graduation work or volunteer experience preferred. This is a 2-year commitment starting in January 2021, if possible. |
Deadline to Apply |
February 18th, 2022 |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year |
1 |
Work hours per week |
20 hours/week |
How to Apply |
Contact Mary Aiello 610-519-4602 for application |
Interview Required |
Yes |
Whom to Contact |
Mary Aiello 610-519-4602 |
Additional Info |
See additional info |
Eligibility |
Must be admitted to Graduate Arts and Sciences degree program. Experience with pedagogy of Service Learning or volunteer program will be strongly considered. One-year post graduation work or volunteer experience preferred. This is a 2-year commitment starting January 2022. |
Deadline to Apply |
January 5, 2022 |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year |
1 |
Work hours per week |
7 hours/week |
How to Apply |
Contact Mary Aiello 610-519-4602 for application |
Interview Required |
Yes |
Whom to Contact |
Mary Aiello 610-519-4602 |
Additional Info |
See additional info |
Graduate Student Hourly Positions Accepting Applications (No Tuition Remission Included)
Eligibility |
Work study preferred by open to all students. |
Deadline to Apply |
Applications accepted on a rolling basis. |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year |
1 |
Work hours per week |
20 hours/week |
How to Apply |
Fill out the online application form. |
Interview Required |
Yes |
Whom to Contact |
Emily Coralic 610-519-4284 |
Additional Info |
Please see description. |
Positions Filled
Eligibility: |
Must be admitted to a Graduate degree program. Preference will be given to an incoming graduate student whose area of study utilizes applied statistics. |
Deadline to Apply: |
March 15, 2021 |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year: |
1 |
Work hours per week: |
12-15 |
How to Apply: |
Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to John Edwards at John.P.Edwards@villanova.edu |
Interview Required? |
Yes |
Whom to Contact: |
John Edwards |
| Description: | Campus Ministry’s seeks a Graduate Assistant to assist with admistrative tasks, especially related to communications, assessment, and evaluation. See Full Description for complete information. |
Eligibility: |
Must be admitted to a Graduate degree program. |
Deadline to Apply: |
This position is filled for the 2022-2023 academic year. |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year: |
1 |
Work hours per week: |
20 |
How to Apply: |
Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to Meghan Dietzler at meghan.dietzler@villanova.edu |
Interview Required? |
Yes |
Whom to Contact: |
Meghan Dietzler |
| Description: | Campus Ministry seeks a Graduate Assistant to work with the local service program in an administrative capacity. Preferred candidates must be accepted graduate students within a two-year program who are self-starters, have a passion for their work and want to see social justice in the world. See Full Description for complete information. |
Eligibility: |
Must be admitted to a Graduate degree program. |
Deadline to Apply: |
Position is filled for fall 2021 |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year: |
1 |
Work hours per week: |
10-12 |
How to Apply: |
Position is filled for fall 2021 |
Interview Required? |
Yes |
Whom to Contact: |
Position is filled for fall 2021 |
| Description: | Campus Ministry’s seeks a Graduate Assistant to build upon the rich tradition of liturgical music on Villanova’s campus. Candidates must be accepted graduate students within a two-year program who have musical experience and a willingness to serve the mission of Campus Ministry's Center for Worship and Spirituality in its musical and liturgical offerings. See Full Description for complete information. |
Eligibility: |
Must be accepted to a Graduate Program at Villanova University. |
Deadline to Apply: |
The submission period is now closed for 2021. |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year: |
3 |
Work hours per week: |
20 |
More Information and How to Apply: |
The submission period is now closed for 2021. |
Interview Required |
Yes |
Whom to Contact |
The submission period is now closed for 2021. |
Eligibility: |
Must be admitted to a Graduate degree program. |
Deadline to Apply: |
Position filled for 2022-2023. |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year: |
1 |
Work hours per week: |
25 |
How to Apply: |
Please email a resume and cover letter including your interest in working in the CASA office and the Office of Campus Ministry to Kate Giancatarino at catharine.giancatarino@villanova.edu. Application materials must be received by April 11, 2022. Candidates will be reviewed as applications are received. |
Interview Required? |
Yes |
Whom to Contact: |
Kate Giancatarino at catharine.giancatarino@villanova.edu |
| Description: | This is a unique opportunity to work in two student facing departments. This position is for administrative support and assistance to the Director for the Center for Access, Success and Achievement as needed and also works with the Coordinator of the Service and Social Justice Experience Program in the office of Campus Ministry, assisting with all necessary operations of the program. |
Eligibility |
Must be admitted to a Graduate degree program. |
Deadline to Apply |
Position filled for 2022-2023. |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year |
Position filled for 2022-2023. |
Work hours per week |
15 |
How to Apply |
See Additional Info below for application instructions |
Interview Required |
Yes |
Whom to Contact |
Position filled for 2022-2023. |
| Position filled for 2022-2023. |
Eligibility |
Must be admitted to a Graduate degree program. |
Deadline to Apply |
April 16, 2021 |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year |
1 |
Work hours per week |
20 |
How to Apply |
Please send cover letter, resume, a social media example, and one writing sample (non-academic) to Rebecca Rebalsky, Assistant Dean, External Relations at rebecca.rebalsky@villanova.edu. |
Interview Required |
Yes (virtual) |
Whom to Contact |
Rebecca Rebalsky, Assistant Dean, External Relations at rebecca.rebalsky@villanova.edu |
The College’s Office of External Relations and Communications is seeking a Graduate Assistant to support the team with a variety of projects and responsibilities including creating content for the College’s social media accounts, drafting press releases, creating materials to promote special events, some website editing and capturing photos or videos primarily for social media. Communication or English graduate students preferred. Applicants must have excellent writing skills, intermediate photography skills and an intermediate competency level in Excel and Microsoft Word. Strong experience in Canva, Photoshop, InDesign and video editing software are a plus. Applicants should have excellent time-management skills and the ability to manage a variety of moving parts in one project. Position is renewable for second year, pending a successful review at the end of the first year. |
Eligibility |
All students who have applied and been accepted to a College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Masters programs qualify for the Assistantship. The Assistant must be a full-time student in good standing. Newly admitted students typically receive notice of acceptance to their programs in late February to early March, and information about internal (departmental) funding, if available, is shared in late March to early April. |
Deadline to Apply: |
No longer accepting applications for 2022-2023. |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year: |
1 |
Work hours per week: |
20 |
How to Apply: |
Complete Application Form and submit materials referenced in application. |
Interview Required |
Yes |
Whom to Contact |
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| GA Description | Graduate Assistantship in Gender and Women's Studies Description |
Eligibility: |
Must be admitted to a Graduate degree program, and be able to make a two-year commitment to the Honors Program. |
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Deadline to Apply: |
Position filled for 2022-2023. |
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Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year |
1 |
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Work hours per week: |
20 |
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How to Apply: |
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Interview Required |
Yes |
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Whom to Contact |
HonorsProgram@villanova.edu |
Eligibility |
All students who have applied and have been accepted to eligible Masters programs may apply for the Assistantship. The Assistant must be a full-time graduate student in good standing. The Graduate Assistant may not take other employment or any other assistantship or fellowship requiring a commitment of time while holding their assistantship. Graduate Assistants are required to maintain a minimum “B” average (GPA = 3.0) and will lose their assistantship if they fall below that threshold. |
Deadline to Apply |
Open until filled |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year |
1 |
Work hours per week |
20 |
How to Apply |
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Interview Required |
Yes (virtual) |
Whom to Contact |
Michael Foight, Distinctive Collections and Digital Engagement Director michael.foight@villanova.edu |
| The Graduate Program in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences and Falvey Memorial Library have established an assistantship in Irish Studies and Distinctive Collections, tenurable for one year by a student admitted to the Masters program in one of the following departments or programs: Classical Studies, Communication, Counseling, Education, English, History, Human Resource Development, Liberal Studies, Philosophy, Political Science, Public Administration, Psychology, Theatre, or Theology. The Assistantship has been created to attract to the Graduate Division of Liberal Arts and Sciences outstanding students committed to Irish Studies and to recognize the strength of the Graduate Division’s faculty resources in Irish Studies across the humanities and social sciences. Because the Center for Irish Studies at Villanova University emphasizes the links between theory and practice, academic learning and its application, we expect the holder of the assistantship to be a knowledgeable and active participant in the Irish Studies community. Candidates should also have strong work habits, demonstrable administrative skills, including knowledge of programs like Microsoft Word, as well as historical transcription and digital projects. Preference given to applicants with prior experience in transcribing and/or translating historical documents. Proficiency in the Irish (Gaelic) language is also desirable but not necessary. The Irish Studies and Distinctive Collections Graduate Assistant will pursue a Masters in a department or program while providing twenty (20) hours per week transcribing, translating, and researching digitized Irish and Irish-American resources. The Assistant will receive remission of tuition for all courses taken in the Graduate Division of Liberal Arts and Sciences while holding the assistantship. |
Eligibility |
Must be admitted to a full-time Graduate degree program at Villanova University. Law students are not eligible. Student services, teaching and/or working with students with special needs experience strongly preferred. Must have 2-year commitment for this position. Career interest and background in student services in Higher Education preferred. |
Deadline to Apply |
Position filled for 2022-2023 academic year. |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year |
Position filled for 2022-2023 academic year. |
Work hours per week |
20 hours per week for fall and spring semesters. The GA needs to be available to fulfill their hours during our working hours of 9 to 5, with an occasional Saturday once per term or some flexibility an hour before or after our regular hours. |
How to Apply |
Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references to learning.support.services@villanova.edu or submit directly to the office in the Learning Commons in Falvey Library, Suite 212. Please include your department name and the semester you will begin classes. For more information about our mission visit Learning Support Services website. |
Interview Required |
Yes |
Whom to Contact |
Nicole Subik. No phone calls please. |
Eligibility |
Must be admitted to a full-time Graduate degree program at Villanova University. Law students are not eligible. A strong understanding/affiliation with a Greek organization is strongly preferred. Full job description. |
Deadline to Apply |
Position filled for 2022-2023 |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year |
One position available for 2022-2023 |
Work hours per week |
Must be willing to work flexible hours including some nights and weekends. 20 hours per week. |
How to Apply |
Interested applicants for the Office of Fraternity and Sorority Life - Graduate Assistant position should email a resume and cover letter to Sarah Hernandez - Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life at sarah.a.hernandez@villanova.edu. Our team will work to review the candidates eligibility and make contact to schedule an interview if selected. |
Interview Required |
Yes |
Whom to Contact |
Sarah Hernandez, Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life (sarah.a.hernandez@villanova.edu) |
Eligibility |
Must be admitted to a Graduate degree program. |
Deadline to Apply |
March 31, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. |
Number of Available Positions |
2 |
Work hours per week |
15 hours per week; flexible schedule |
How to Apply |
Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter by March 31, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. to Mike Westrate, Assistant Vice Provost for Graduate Education & Research, at michael.westrate@villanova.edu. Application materials must be submitted using the following guidelines:
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Interview Required |
Yes |
Whom to Contact |
Dr. Mike Westrate at michael.westrate@villanova.edu |
Additional Info |
The Graduate Student Ambassador position is a new role at Villanova. The students selected will be integral to the creation and organization of a brand-new Office of Graduate Education (OGE, working title) within the Office of the Provost. This office will broaden the scope of attention and services to graduate students at the University. Reporting to the Assistant Vice Provost for Graduate Education and Research (AVP), the Graduate Student Ambassadors will work closely with the AVP, the Director of Graduate Education (DGE), and the Coordinator, Graduate Student Services (CGS) to support the excellence of graduate education and enhance the graduate student experience at Villanova, in accordance with the University’s Mission and Strategic Plan. The Ambassadors will serve as integral team members for graduate student educational initiatives, and working closely with the AVP, DGE, and CGS, will assist in developing and appropriately revising graduate policy, processes, and administration in support of an enhanced graduate student experience at Villanova. Ambassadors will provide research (e.g. benchmarking across universities), administrative, event planning, and project support at a quality and highly confidential level for the office of the OGE, and will have numerous opportunities to develop their professional skills through research, writing, editing, project management, event planning, and data collection and analysis. OGE seeks two year-round, hourly Graduate Student Ambassadors (15 hours per week; flexible schedule), beginning in either Spring 2022 (now) or in Summer 2022. The successful candidates must have strong research, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills. While all graduate students are invited to apply, OGE is particularly interested in graduate students who can remain in the position for a full two years or more. This position does not come with a tuition waiver. |
Eligibility |
Must be admitted to a Graduate Arts and Sciences degree program. Experience managing data, using technology to produce reports, spreadsheets, etc. preferred. Customer-service experience is also preferred. Must have excellent communication skills. |
Deadline to Apply |
March 1, 2022 |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year |
Position filled for 2022-2023 |
Work hours per week |
20 |
How to Apply |
Position filled for 2022-2023 |
Interview Required |
Yes |
Whom to Contact |
Position filled for 2022-2023 |
Eligibility |
Must be admitted to a graduate degree program. The successful candidate should demonstrate awareness and understanding of issues that affect the Villanova community, specifically in the areas of diversity, equity and inclusion and/or mental wellness support. |
Deadline to Apply |
No longer accepting applications for 2022-2023. |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year |
1 |
Work hours per week |
20 (15 in OIA, 5 in CLAS Graduate Studies) |
How to Apply |
Please email a resume and cover letter indicating your interest in working in the Office of Intercultural Affairs/Graduate Studies Peer Mentorship Program to Drs. Eloise Berry and Emory Woodard. Please contact Dr. Berry or Dr. Woodard with any questions about this opportunity. |
Interview Required |
Yes |
Description |
This Graduate Assistantship offers students the opportunity to split time in two offices: Office of Intercultural Affairs (OIA) and CLAS Office of Graduate Studies. This position is for support and assistance in programming with OIA directors, peer mentorship support in the Office of Graduate Studies and collaborative work between the two offices. |
Eligibility: |
Graduate Professional Traineeship in Research Compliance
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Deadline to Apply: |
ASAP |
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Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year: |
No positions currently available. |
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Work hours per week: |
Position is for 20 hours per week with hourly pay during academic year. Potential opportunity for additional hourly work over University breaks and summer. $17/hour |
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How to Apply: |
https://jobs.villanova.edu/postings/21081 | |
Interview Required |
Yes, virtual interview. |
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Whom to Contact |
Holli Moore 610-519-4220 | |
Eligibility |
Must apply to a Villanova graduate degree program and be admitted to accept position, if offered. |
Deadline to Apply |
Positions filled for 2022-2023. |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year |
3 |
Work hours per week |
7 hours per week for 2021-2022. Must be willing to work flexible hours including nights and weekends. |
How to Apply |
Please visit the Villanova Residence Life website or email dillon.eppenstein@villanova.edu. |
Interview Required |
Yes |
Whom to Contact |
dillon.eppenstein@villanova.edu |
Additional Info |
The Office for Residence Life is looking for qualified candidates the Graduate Resident Director (GRD) position for the 2022-2023 academic year. The GRD is a paraprofessional member of the Residence Life staff. Responsibilities include oversight of:
The GRD is a part-time, 10-month, live-in position. GRDs also serve in the primary on-call rotation after hours. Compensation consists of graduate tuition remission for a maximum of 9 credits each semester, a waiver of room charges and a 21 Meal Plan. GRDs also receive a cash stipend predicated on the size and responsibilities associated with their designated halls. |
Eligibility |
Must apply to a Villanova graduate degree program and be admitted to accept position, if offered. |
Deadline to Apply |
Positions filled for 2022-2023. |
Compensation |
Free room and board. |
Work hours per week |
Visit the Villanova Residence Life website for complete job description. |
How to Apply |
Please visit the Villanova Residence Life website |
Interview Required |
Yes |
Whom to Contact |
Dillon Eppenstein, Director of Residential Programs |
Position Overview |
RAs are a community of student leaders dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our residential students. RAs are undergraduate and graduate students available to assist with personal issues, academic needs, housing questions, facilities concerns and more. RAs provide leadership and guidance for residents, plan events, provide opportunities to meet new people and learn new things, and hold periodic meetings to share information and review community policies. Residence Life houses RAs in every on-campus residence hall. |
Eligibility: |
Must be admitted to a full-time Graduate degree program at Villanova University. Law students are not eligible. Student organization leadership experience strongly preferred. Must have two-year commitment for this position. |
Deadline to Apply: |
No longer accepting applications for 2022-2023. |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year: |
The Student Involvement Graduate Assistant positions works directly with student advising and programming. The assistantship includes stipend. Position begins on or around August 1. |
Work hours per week: |
Must be willing to work flexible hours including nights and weekends. 20 hours per week. |
How to Apply: |
Interested applicants should send a resume and this form to Joseph Citera, Assistant Director for Campus Programs, Office of Student Involvement. Full job description. |
Interview Required |
Yes |
Whom to Contact |
Joseph Citera, Assistant Director for Campus Programs, Office of Student Involvement |
Eligibility: |
Must be admitted to a full-time graduate degree program at Villanova University. Law students are not eligible. Student organization leadership experience strongly preferred. Must have two-year commitment for this position. Full job description. |
Deadline to Apply: |
No longer accepting applications for 2022-2023. |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year: |
One position available for the 2022-2023 academic year. The term will be from August 1, 2022, through May 10, 2023 (with review for summer and second year). |
Work hours per week: |
Must be willing to work flexible hours including nights and weekends. 20 hours per week. |
How to Apply: |
Interested applicants should send a resume, cover letter and list of three references to Stephen Koch, Assistant Director of Leadership Programs, Office of Student Involvement. |
Interview Required |
Yes |
Whom to Contact |
Stephen Koch, Assistant Director of Leadership Programs, Office of Student Involvement |
Eligibility: |
Must be admitted to a Graduate degree program. |
Deadline to Apply: |
August 20, 2021 |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year: |
1 |
Work hours per week: |
20 |
How to Apply: |
Please send cover letter including areas of career interest and reasons for wanting to work in OUS as well as a resume |
Interview Required? |
Yes (virtual) |
Whom to Contact: |
Susan Jacobs susan.jacobs@villanova.edu |
| Description: | The College’s Office for Undergraduate Students is seeking a Graduate Assistant to support the team with a variety of projects and responsibilities including both administrative and research duties. Administrative: front desk/reception work, greeting visitors and directing them appropriately or answering routine questions; answering phone and email, scheduling meetings, reserving rooms for events, data entry and other administrative tasks. Research: conducting benchmarking studies/collection of data on how peer universities handle different policies, procedures and programming offered to undergraduate students. There is also an opportunity for those interested in Academic Advising or Counseling to observe student/advisor meetings. Applicants must have excellent communication skills and an ability to handle talking to a variety of visitors to the office. Applicants should be ‘self-starter’ and take initiative to ask questions in order to problem-solve. The person in the role should also be comfortable discussing or handling some sensitive situations (i.e. talking to students who need to connect with a staff member in order to cope with personal challenges). Successful candidate would also need to sign a confidentiality waiver to not disclose any student information. Position is renewable for second year, pending a successful review at the end of the first year. Graduate students in the following programs are encouraged to apply: Higher Education, Counseling, Public Administration, Communication. |
Eligibility: |
Any accepted graduate student (both new and returning) who meets or closely meets the preferred qualifications are welcome to apply. |
Deadline to Apply: |
No longer accepting applications for 2022-2023 |
Number of Available Assistantships per Academic Year: |
1 |
Work hours per week: |
20 |
How to Apply: |
Please send a letter of interest and resume, along with the names and contact information of two professional references to: Kate Szumanski at kathryn.szumanski@villanova.edu Director of Professional Development Office for Undergraduate Students - College of Liberal Arts and Sciences |
Interview Required? |
Yes |
Whom to Contact: |
Kate Szumanski, kathryn.szumanski@villanova.edu |
| Description: | The Graduate Assistant (GA) focused on Professional Development and Internships in the Office for Undergraduate Students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences will help to implement and direct a Peer Career Coaching Program, which includes hiring, onboarding, training, supervising, and evaluating undergraduate peer career coaches who meet one-on-one or in small groups with fellow students to provide peer career support. The GA also will meet with undergraduate students to discuss their personal career and professional development goals; provide individual résumé and other professional correspondence reviews; help students to understand why networking and mentorship matter and can benefit their career growth; attend virtual and in-person student career and professional development events, and often help to plan and organize them; and complete other related tasks as assigned, such as staffing the OUS Front Desk in our Main Suite, SAC 107. The GA also will help to evaluate and measure the success of the OUS Peer Career Coaching Program. In addition, the GA is expected to:
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must have excellent communication skills and an ability to handle talking to a variety of visitors to the office. Applicants should be a ‘self-starter’ and take initiative to ask questions in order to problem-solve. The person in the role should also be comfortable discussing or handling some sensitive situations (i.e. talking to students who need to connect with a staff member in order to cope with personal challenges). Successful candidate would also need to sign a confidentiality waiver to not disclose any student information. Position is renewable for second year, pending a successful review at the end of the first year. Graduate students in the following programs are encouraged to apply: Higher Education, Counseling, Public Administration, Communication. |