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Gain experience in higher education
The Division of Enrollment and Student Engagement employs several graduate students every semester, giving you hands-on, real-world experience. Gain valuable career experience while earning your Master of Arts in student affairs and higher education.
- Advise university-sponsored organizations
- Plan large-scale events and annual programs
- Implement new initiatives
- Mentor undergraduates
- Perform research and assessments
Available positions are posted during the spring semester. Qualified applicants are invited to participate in an all-day interview process designed to match candidates with available positions for the following academic year. An available graduate assistantship may be offered in any of the division's numerous departments. Below are a few examples.
- Career Center GAs support the center's mission of empowering SFA students and alumni to achieve life-long career success through individualized career-development assistance, programming, and events designed to serve a broad audience.
- Student Involvement GAs plan and support numerous student organizations, events and programs across campus. Areas of focus include connection and involvement opportunities, SFA spirit and traditions, and leadership and service initiatives.
- Orientation and Family Programs GAs support the professional staff and maintain an active role in developing and implementing Orientation for new and transfer students, family programs, and related projects and initiatives.
Minimum qualifications
Candidates must:
- have completed their application to SFA's graduate school or
- be currently enrolled in the graduate school with a 3.0 GPA
- be able to demonstrate skill in managing multiple projects simultaneously with varying deadlines
- display exceptional written and verbal communication skills, communicating effectively with a broad range of students
- show proficiency with several social media platforms
- and have success in working both independently and as a member of a team.
Opportunities for professional growth
- Professional development series focusing on budgeting, risk management, advising and supporting student leaders, ethics, networking, résumé building, and interviewing
- Involvement in several professional associations
- Travel expense coverage for approved conferences and other off-campus events
- Networking with industry professionals, university administrators, state leadership, performing artists, guest speakers and more