The newly formed Office of Student Involvement and Traditions is seeking a Graduate Assistant to join our team. The office promotes an involved and active campus by supporting involvement seekers, overseeing the operations and education of over 350 student organizations at Carnegie Mellon University, and supporting and coordinating the unique traditions that make this university feel like home to our 16,000 students. Supervised by the Coordinator of Student Involvement and Traditions, this position will get direct experience in student supervision, content facilitation, event planning (including budgeting and contract negotiations), and student organization support and advising. 

Core responsibilities include:

Student Organization Support 

• Supervise the TartanConnect Rep, the student directly supporting the CMU involvement tool, TartanConnect (powered by Campus Groups), including oversight of the programmatic and marketing budget 

• Develop and execute content in partnership with the TartanConnect Rep that can support the use of TartanConnect widely with involvement seekers and student organization leaders. 

• Review data submitted via the End of Year Student Organization Report to make suggestions for, as well as facilitate, educational and social opportunities aligned with student leader needs. 

• Support the onboarding of new organizations recognized by the Committee on Student Organizations (CoSO) through 1 on 1 advising. 

• Provide ad-hoc advising support to our event management outreach initiative to provide proactive support to student organizations throughout their event planning process. 

Campus Events & Traditions 

• Partner across the department to assist staff with the planning, developing, budgeting, and execution of hallmark programs such as THE FAIR, Scotty Saturday, Winter Welcome, and Senior Week. 

• Coordinate at least one stand-alone event during Winter Welcome and Senior Week. 

• Support the partnership with the Pittsburgh Pirates and Pittsburgh Penguins by promoting and executing CMU-specific nights for the CMU community.

• Other duties as assigned  

Adaptability, excellence, and passion are vital qualities within Carnegie Mellon University. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of internal and external partners at a high level of integrity. We are looking for someone who shares our values and who will support the mission of the university through their work.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree preferred

• Strong oral and written communication skills are required in addition to analytical skills.

• A combination of education and relevant experience from which comparable knowledge is demonstrated may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Enrolled in a graduate program in higher education administration, educational leadership, student affairs, or related field.

The department is committed to a robust assistantship experience designed to best prepare you to apply your coursework and thrive in the field of student affairs. New opportunities and increasing levels of responsibility may be explored throughout the assistantship in order to support the growth of the individual assistant. 

The Graduate assistant position is an approximately 20-hour per week hourly position which will sometimes include evening and weekend hours. You will be provided with a laptop, workspace, and all necessary work materials for the duration of your assistantship. Anticipated assistantship period for the first semester is August 17, 2026 through December 12, 2026 . For the second semester the anticipated assistantship period is January 11, 2027 through May 17, 2026. This position has the option for a second-year appointment concluding a successful first year. 

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance as well as a generous retirement savings program with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with tuition benefits, take well-deserved breaks with ample paid time off and observed holidays, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance. 

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs, fitness center access, and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our Benefits page.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; it’s about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Non-CMU Students

Position Type

Intern (Fixed Term)

Full Time/Part time

Part time

Pay Basis

Hourly

More Information: 

• Please visit “Why Carnegie Mellon” to learn more about becoming part of an institution inspiring innovations that change the world. 

• Click here to view a listing of employee benefits

• Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran. 

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