Graduate Assistant (Office Of Merit Awards) (Student)
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Job Description
American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Learn more about American University.
Department:
Merit Awards Associate Director 1
Time Type:
Part time
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Job Description:
Summary:
The Office of Merit Awards (which is part of the AU Career Center) mentors applicants for nationally competitive, merit-based scholarships such as the Fulbright grants and the Harry S. Truman Scholarship. It also provides academic enrichment to high-performing sophomores and transfer students through the Early Identification Program. We serve some of AU's most talented students in all majors and at all levels of study. Mentoring these students as a Graduate Advising Fellow is highly rewarding.
Responsibilities:
Advising prospective applicants for nationally competitive scholarships.
Managing or co-managing OMA's advising on certain competitions.
Conducting information sessions on key scholarships.
Helping to mentor candidates in areas of the applicant's expertise.
Advising EIP students.
Updating Canvas sites and informational handouts.
Keeping advising notes and working with staff to recruit students.
Tracking outcomes.
Contributing to the annual report.
Position Type/Expected Hours Of Work:
Part-Time.
20 hours per week.
Academic Year 2025-26 graduate student employees will be expected to work on campus at least two days a week and work virtually other times.
Salary Range:
- $46.43 per hour.
Required Education and Experience:
Applicants must be rising 5th year doctoral students at American University (or if SOC, rising 4th year doctoral students).
Relevant work experience.
The ideal candidate will be a strong student who enjoys working with other high-performing students.
Prior teaching or mentoring experience.
Will relate well to faculty members and to scholarship program representatives.
Excellent public speaking skills and strong oral and written proficiency in English are required.
Since scholarship competitions are deadline driven and are bound
by many rules, a demonstrated commitment to detail is also imperative.
Significant up-front work will be required to learn the basics of scholarship competitions.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Candidates who have studied abroad and/or have a proficiency in a foreign language.
Additional Information:
- Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit their resumes and cover letters.
Other Details
This position is available only to enrolled American University students.
Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
American University is an E-Verify employer.
Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.
Current American University Employees
American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.
Contact Us
For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu.
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual's genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.