Graduate Assistant - SharePoint & Digital Workplace

The University of Texas at Austin•Austin, UT

24d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Asian Studies at The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Graduate Assistant to support its transition to a more collaborative and efficient digital workplace using Microsoft 365. The position will help organize information, improve internal communication, and develop a user-friendly SharePoint site and resources that make it easier for staff to find information and work together. It offers hands-on experience in digital workplace design, knowledge management, business process improvement, user experience, and organizational communications, working closely with staff across multiple areas. The role is scheduled for 5 hours per week during the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters. The schedule will be discussed at the interview and set by the supervisor and employee, with flexibility around the student's class schedule. Onsite interaction with department staff and faculty is required. The position is expected to run from November 9, 2026, or later, through April 16, 2027.

Requirements

Be a current graduate student.
Have strong written and verbal communication skills.
Have excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Be comfortable learning new technology and software applications.
Have experience with Microsoft Office applications, specifically SharePoint and Microsoft Forms.
Have an interest in user experience, information organization, communications, technology, or project management.
Be able to work independently while managing multiple assignments.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain SharePoint sites and digital content, including creating accessible, user-friendly pages; organizing information; migrating content from legacy locations; and ensuring consistency with organizational branding, navigation, and accessibility standards.
Assist with business process improvement projects by documenting workflows, identifying opportunities to streamline administrative processes, and developing digital solutions using Microsoft Forms, Microsoft Lists, Power Automate, and OneDrive.
Support users of SharePoint and Microsoft 365 tools; create quick-reference guides and instructional materials; test new features; gather user feedback; and help troubleshoot common usability issues.