Graduate Assistant
We are no longer accepting applications for graduate assistants. We will begin reviewing applications for the 2026-2027 academic year in February, 2026.
New Student & Family Programs is committed to providing services for new students and their families. 海角大神 views orientations as an ongoing and multi-faceted transition process, which involves academic, intellectual, civic, and personal development. New Student & Family Programs strives to provide supportive programs and leadership opportunities for all students.
NSFP Position: Graduate Assistant
This position is a 12 month contract and is offered as a two-year assistantship. Please note: you must be in Charleston and able to start on July 1, as this is the first day of the contract.
Description:
Coordinate the orientation, transition and retention programming for nearly 1,000 new students and their families annually, as well as execute programming to help students feel welcomed and acclimated to campus.
Responsibilities may include:
- The development and implementation of staff recruitment, selection, and training for 50+ students annually
- Facilitating prospective student events and programs
- Collaborating on family engagement initiatives
- Development and facilitation of orientation, transition, and retention programs
- Facilitating leadership programs
- Planning and executing large-scale events throughout the school year
- Marketing and publication development
- Supervising staff
Preferred Qualifications for Assistantship:
- Undergraduate experience in orientation, first year experience, admissions, and/or peer mentorship
- Strong experience in student leadership positions (orientation leader/coordinator, peer mentor, student activities, residence life, Greek Life, etc.)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks
Individuals interested in applying for a graduate assistantship need to complete the following steps:
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Apply to the Graduate School
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Apply to the Graduate Program of Choice: /graduate/If a CSA candidate, apply to the program first and select New Student & Family Programs as an interest for an assistantship. You will be asked to submit your resume through this process.
All other candidates will need to apply for a graduate assistantship online through the Graduate School. Please email a resume to New Student & Family Programs along with the program that you have been accepted to and when you plan to start at EIU.
Hiring Staff Contact Information
Tanya Willard, Director
New Student & Family Programs
600 Lincoln Avenue
Charleston, IL 61920
217-581-6435
nsp@eiu.edu