Graduate Student Funding Opportunities

• Description: The Career Development Graduate Assistant in the University Career Center is for graduate students interested in supporting Villanova students with their career and professional development needs. This role is geared towards graduate students pursuing a Master’s Degree in Counseling, Human Resources, or Higher Education, though we encourage all applicants with relevant experience and interests to apply. This graduate student position is a paid role consisting of approximately 20 hours per week for the academic year. Successful graduate assistants are those who have strong coaching/interpersonal skills, an ability to work independently and take initiative, an interest in career and professional development, and a passion for helping others. The Graduate Assistant will be involved with all aspects of the office, with a strong emphasis on student appointments. The Graduate Assistant will enhance their competencies in advising and presentation skills, awareness of the career development process, and knowledge of higher education administration, career planning and the recruiting field. Personal counseling or long-term therapy is not a component of this experience. Duties include (training will be provided): Meet with undergraduate students and recent alumni in one-on-one career and professional development-related appointments. Advise and coach students and recent alumni on resume/cover letter building, job search strategies, professional readiness, career decision making, and interview preparation. Assist in training and supporting undergraduate Career Center Ambassadors (CCAs); coordinate the shadowing schedule and onboarding activities, provide feedback to enhance CCA knowledge and confidence, and co-facilitate check-in meetings and training. Conduct skill-building workshops and presentations on topics such as resume writing, interviewing, and LinkedIn. Develop strong working knowledge of Handshake career management system, Career Connections, and other Career Center resources. Curate content for Career Connections website and assist counselors with special projects. Other potential duties: Aid in execution of career fairs, employer events, and additional Career Center programming and events. Assist with on-campus recruiting, operations activities, and marketing campaigns as needed. This is an hourly position and does not offer tuition remission. Personal counseling, supervision hours, or long-term therapy is not a component of this experience.
  

• Eligibility: Must be a Villanova University graduate student enrolled in a Master’s Degree in Counseling, Human Resources, or Higher Education or have relevant experience in career/student advising.

• Wage: $18/hr
• Start Term: Fall 2026
• Deadline to Apply: Open Until Filled
• How to Apply: Learn more about this position and apply directly here. Interested applicants should send cover letter and resume.  *Note, if you are an incoming student interested in this position, but do not have a student ID number (a requirement to apply), please email your applications materials to Megan Pongratz, Associate Director of Career Development at megan.pongratz@villanova.edu, then formally apply online once you have your student ID number.

• Description: The Career Management Graduate Assistant on the Career Management Team is for graduate students interested in supporting Villanova’s current graduate students with their career and professional development needs. This role is geared towards graduate students pursuing a Master’s Degree in Counseling, Human Resources, or Higher Education, though we encourage all applicants with relevant experience and interests to apply. This graduate student position is a paid role for 10 hours per week for the academic year. Successful graduate assistants are those who have strong coaching/interpersonal skills, an ability to work independently and take initiative, an interest in career and professional development, and a passion for helping others.
  The Graduate Assistant will be involved with all graduate student support aspects of the Career Management Team, with a strong emphasis on delivering 1:1 graduate student career coaching appointments. The Graduate Assistant will enhance their competencies in advising and presentation skills, awareness of the career management process, and knowledge of higher education administration, career planning, and the recruiting field.

*Personal counseling or long-term therapy is not a component of this experience. This graduate assistantship is not eligible to fulfill internship/practicum requirements for Counseling graduate programs.

Duties include:

• Meet with graduate students in one-on-one career and professional development-related appointments. Advise and coach graduate students on resume/cover letter building, job search strategies, professional readiness, career decision-making, and interview preparation.

• Conduct skill-building workshops and presentations on topics such as resume writing, interviewing, and LinkedIn.

• Develop a strong working knowledge of the Handshake career management system, Nova Network, Career Connections, and other Career Center resources.

• Curate content for the Career Connections website and assist the Career Management Team with special projects.

• Assist in promoting and sourcing events for the GradADVANCE professional development program.

• Other potential duties: Aid in the execution of career fairs, employer events, and additional Career Center and Career Management programming and events. Assist with on-campus recruiting, placement activities, and marketing campaigns as needed.

• Eligibility:

1. Must be a Villanova University graduate student enrolled in a Master’s Degree in Counseling, Human Resources, or Higher Education or have relevant experience in career/student advising. 
2. Strong interpersonal skills and comfort working one-on-one with students as well as presenting to groups.

• Wage: $18/hr
• Start Term: Fall 2026
• Deadline to Apply: Open Until Filled
• How to Apply: Learn more about this position and apply directly here. Interested applicants should send cover letter and resume. 

• The College of Engineering has open positions based on available funding and current projects. Please review the College of Engineering Graduate Assistantship website for open positions.

• Description: The Office of Education Abroad (OEA) seeks a one-year, hourly (15-20 hours per week) graduate student Study Abroad Consultant – GA beginning in the Fall 2026 through Spring 2027. The successful candidate must have strong writing, communication, and interpersonal skills, a commitment to working with undergraduate students and a willingness to learn the OEA’s enrollment management software (Terra Dotta). While all graduate students are invited to apply, OEA is particularly interested in incoming graduate students who have had study abroad experience and can speak to their own personal study abroad journey. This position does not come with a tuition waiver. There is an opportunity for this position to be renewed for the following academic year. The GA will have numerous opportunities to develop their professional skills through program management, advising students, public speaking, social media management, and event planning. The GA works with the OEA’s programs team to monitor student commitment fees and travel documentation for compliance, inform Villanova faculty of critical student travel data, and organize office-wide events throughout the academic year, including the annual study abroad fair. The GA also works with the OEA’s advising team to deliver informational presentations to interested students. The GA should be flexible and prepared to assist the OEA with its changing needs.   
• Eligibility:Must be enrolled in a graduate program in any of the Colleges at Villanova. Previous study abroad experience. Willingness to learn the OEA Enrollment Management Software (Terra Dotta). Interest in working with undergraduate students in an advising capacity.
• Start Term: Fall 2026
• Deadline to Apply: August 15, 2026. Early application is encouraged as the role may be filled prior to August 15th.
• How to Apply: Learn more about this position and apply directly here. Interested applicants should send cover letter and resume. 

• Description: The Graduate Assistant for Fraternity and Sorority Life serves in an academic year appointment working approximately 20 hours per week. This individual is responsible for:
  • Organize and coordinate the Values in Action process
  • Assist with the advising of the Intercultural Greek, Interfraternity, and Panhellenic Councils
  • Assist in the planning and implementation of training programs and leadership retreats, including but not limited to transition meetings, Presidents Roundtable meetings, and retreats
  • Work with the Program Specialist for Fraternity and Sorority Life on marketing strategies for the office; including but not limited to the Fraternity and Sorority Newsletter, social media, website, and more
  •  Assist in the planning and implementation of IGC, IFC, and PHC intake/recruitment efforts
  • Assist in coordinating education programs for fraternity and sorority community members on risk management and membership accountability; including but not limited to hazing, prevention, alcohol/substance misuse, gender violence, bystander intervention, academic excellence, and financial management
  •  Assist with recordkeeping, development of policies and procedures, and communication with the fraternity and sorority community
  • Participation in other Fraternity and Sorority Life programs and initiatives
  • Fulfill other duties as needed (room reservations, committee advising, large-scale office programs, etc.)
• Compensation: Full Graduate Assistantship (tuition remission plus full stipend in exchange for 20 hours of work per week)
• Eligibility: 
  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Enrollment in a Higher Education or Counseling graduate program preferred.
  • Affiliation or working knowledge with a fraternity or sorority preferred.
  • Familiarity of topics regarding inclusion, equity, belonging, and social justice preferred.
• Start Term: Fall 2026
• Deadline to Apply: Rolling Application
• How to Apply: Applicants will be required to complete this application to be considered for the GA position. 
• Additional Information: check out the Office of Fraternity & Sorority Life website.

• Description: The CPS Academic Advising Team is accepting applications for a postgraduate, part-time internship. This unique opportunity is geared towards individuals with a strong interest in exploring a career in higher education, specifically in academic advising and student support services. The Academic Advising Intern will be a full member of the Advising Team, supporting a caseload of students and contributing meaningfully to the various projects, events, and initiatives put forth by the Advising Team and the College of Professional Studies. As a result of this program, the Intern will develop an understanding of prominent student development theories and academic advising approaches through both hands-on experience and targeted professional development opportunities. They will cultivate a personal advising philosophy to guide their work across the higher education landscape.

60% STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

• Serve as an Academic Concierge for all CPS students
• As the bridge from acceptance to enrollment, liaise between new students and advisors, assist with the onboarding of new students
• Routinely check in with specific groups of students throughout the semester, addressing logistical and administrative barriers and refer students to appropriate resources
• Collaborate with Advising and Admissions colleagues in the transfer credit evaluation process
• Regularly monitor and edit content for student-facing advising information and messaging for consistency and accuracy
• Oversee advising email account by responding to emails, sending announcements, and triaging messages as needed
• Assist Advising Team with programming, such as Orientation, Commencement, and various student-focused events
• Maintain tracking documents to ensure accurate data collection
• Engage in benchmarking research to ensure the team’s efforts and services are aligned with institutional goals, higher education trends, and academic advising scholarship
• Develop ethical advising practices in record-keeping, FERPA compliance, navigation of difficult conversations, and administrative processes
• Assist Advising Team in daily tasks and attend meetings when appropriate

25% ACADEMIC ADVISING

• Oversee a caseload of assigned students:
  • Meet one-on-one with students via individual advising appointments, establishing rapport and maintaining regular communication, assisting academic program and career exploration, supporting registration, and referring students to a network of campus resources, when appropriate

10% INDUSTRY/COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION

• Collaborate with teams in CPS and across the University to understand the collective nature of advising and student support
• Work with Academic Advising Team and campus partners, when applicable, on development and coordination of courses/events
• Participate in relevant professional development activities and/or associations
• Represent the Advising Team and CPS at various campus events sponsored by CPS and/or the University

5% ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Other duties as assigned
• Participate in events on occasional nights and weekends

• Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree required; Currently enrolled in a master’s program at Villanova, preferably in higher education, counseling, or related field.

• Preferred qualifications:

o   Demonstrate strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
o   Create a welcoming, helpful experience for all stakeholders. Communicate effectively, both written and oral, with colleagues and students. Navigate complex and difficult conversations in an ethical and professional manner.
o   Exercise good judgement and integrity when handling confidential information and student situations.
o   Demonstrate initiative and creativity in tackling new tasks and projects and addressing issues as they arise. Manage and complete tasks in a timely manner and communicate openly around questions and time constraints.
o   Be proficient in all standard computer applications, including Microsoft office products, especially Outlook, Teams, Excel, and Word. Quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and platforms.
o   Have a deep commitment to the College of Professional Studies, to the University’s Catholic/Augustinian heritage and the advancement of its mission, and to serving the needs of a diverse community.
o   The position will extend through the end of the academic year but may be renewed for an additional academic year at the supervisor’s discretion and in consultation with the intern.
o   Internship credit may be available.Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a graduate program in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, knowledge of professional development, interest in student career coaching/counseling, interest in student affairs, commitment to social justice, superior communicator and collaborator, and dedicated to seeing tasks completed from start to finish.

• Start Term: Fall 2026
• Deadline to Apply: Open until filled 
• How to Apply: Interested applicants should send cover letter, resume and the contact information of two references (one academic and one professional) to Olivia Mendenall at olivia.mendenall@villanova.edu. Learn more about this position and apply directly here.

Description: The Office of the Registrar is seeking a graduate student for the role of Communication Coordinator on our Communications Team to support the office with a variety of projects and responsibilities including creating content for community newsletters, preparing mass email reminders for students and faculty, updating the office webpages, preparing presentation slides, creating materials to promote special events, maintaining the office communication calendar and preparing an office communication plan.

Applicants should have excellent time-management skills, strong writing and listening skills and the ability to manage a variety of moving parts of a project. Canva knowledge or similar software a must.

Candidate should have completed an undergraduate degree and currently seeking a Villanova graduate program in a writing intensive area, and/or in communications, public administration, higher education or marketing.

Wage: Full Graduate Assistant Position, $1107 biweekly rate 

Start Term: Fall 2026

Deadline to Apply: Open Until Filled

How to Apply: Learn more about this position and apply directly here. Interested applicants should send cover letter and resume using the application form.

• Description: Troubleshoot and resolve common technical issues, including:

• Account access and password resets
• Email and Microsoft 365 applications
• Network and VPN connectivity
• Basic hardware and software support
• Document all interactions and resolutions in the ticketing system
• Escalate unresolved or complex issues to Tier 2/3 support as needed
• Follow up with users to ensure issues are fully resolved
• Provide excellent customer service and clear communication at all times

• Eligibility: Must be enrolled in a graduate program at Villanova University.
• Wage: $13/hr
• Start Term: Fall 2026
• Deadline to Apply: August 1
• How to Apply: Learn more about this position and apply directly here. Interested applicants should send cover letter and resume. 

Description: The Villanova Institute for Research and Scholarship is seeking a detail-oriented, data-literate graduate student to support the Director on two major projects:

• Development of a department report on Villanova’s internal faculty research funding programs focused on historical trends and institutional impact. The Graduate Assistant will compile, organize, clean, analyze, and summarize data for the report.
  • Implementation of a University-wide system for coordinating information about external research funding opportunities. The Graduate Assistant will identify, analyze, track, and create online postings for specified types of funding opportunities.
  • This is a hybrid role with scheduling flexibility. In-person work is expected at least one day/per week.

The position offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in data management and analysis, institutional research, and collaborative authorship. It offers practical exposure to the professions of research development, research administration, and higher education administration.

Key Responsibilities include: 

• Compile, organize, clean, and help analyze historical data on Villanova’s internal faculty research funding programs
• Create data tables, summaries, and reporting materials
• Document grant-related data capture and reporting processes to improve efficiency of annual data reporting
• Review, interpret, and track basic requirements for specified external funding opportunities and document processes to establish standard workflow
• Create and monitor funding opportunity postings and application forms in grant competition software (InfoReady)
• Other administrative operations as needed.

Eligibility:

• Current Villanova Master’s student
• Experience compiling, cleaning, and organizing data
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including using formulas, sorting/filtering, and basic analysis
• Ability to quickly understand and master new software platforms
• Strong organizational skills and problem-solving mindset
• Ability to deal discretely with confidential information
• Ability to work independently after training while following guidance and direction.

• Wage: $18/hr
• Start Term: Fall 2026
• Deadline to Apply: Open Until Filled
• How to Apply: Learn more about this position and apply directly here. Interested applicants should send cover letter and resume using the application form.