Graduate Assistant, Career Services and Internships

Cumberland University • Lebanon, TN

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About The Position

The Graduate Assistant position in Career Services at Cumberland University is designed for students enrolled in an approved master's program. The role involves supporting the Director of Career Services & Internships in various tasks, including event coordination, student engagement, and administrative duties. The assistant will be expected to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, with flexible hours to accommodate university needs. A final capstone research summary is also a requirement of the position.

Requirements

• Must be accepted to or enrolled in an approved master's program at Cumberland University
• Must have a 3.0 or above overall GPA
• Available to work weekday office hours and occasional weeknights or weekend events
• Competence in using Google Software, GMail, and Microsoft Office applications

Nice To Haves

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with a diverse student population
• Effective organization, communication, and leadership skills
• Highly motivated and enthusiastic
• Self-directing and innovative

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors to Career Services and determine the services needed, helping if able
• Coordinate events and opportunities with Career Services, including setting up appointments for meetings with the Director
• Serve as a role model for student leadership and civility on campus
• Assist the Director with projects and events throughout the year
• Develop processes to improve the functionality of CS&I programs and events
• Help maintain and organize records, develop forms, and respond to email
• Help manage and market HireCU, My Work Ready, and Cumberland App
• Assist in planning and coordinating events for Career Services
• Resume & Cover Letter Editing/Review
• Hold Mock Interviews with students
• Monitor work study participants
• Help create marketing materials and oversee on-campus promotion
• Coordinate with the Director of Career Service in providing job shadowing, internship, and job-related experiences
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Full tuition waiver (no stipend, books or fees)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree