GSAS Job Opportunities for Students

Part-Time/Hourly (<19 hours/week maximum)/Non-benefited

Primary Purpose:

The Graduate Assistant for the Center for Community Engaged Learning (CCEL) will work with the Associate Director in building the structure of the CCEL through administrative and organizational support vital to the success and advancement of the Center’s mission and programming. Areas of responsibility will include research, data management, organizational development, and follow-up with key constituents, including faculty members. This is a part-time, fixed-term, hourly position (not to exceed more than 19 hours a week) and will report to the Center for Community Engaged Learning. Flexibility to work between both the Rose Hill and Lincoln Center campuses is required. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Provides organizational and programmatic support for the Associate Director and other team members; builds out smooth processes and supports Center operations.

2. Connects with internal and external on behalf of the Associate Director, Executive Director, and other team members; supports events, meetings, and other Center priorities.

3. Develops programs and events in coordination with leadership.
   Collects data connected to engaged scholarship.

4. Conducts research concerning faculty work and engaged scholarship best practices.
   Carries out other duties as assigned by the Associate Director.

Specific Responsibilities:

A. Provides organizational and programmatic support to the Associate Director

1. Work directly with the Associate Director to organize and create programs for faculty-engaged scholarship.

2. Handle the logistical elements for various CCEL programs.

3. Develop timelines and processes for the Engaged Scholars Committee.

4. Take meeting notes and correspond with key constituents for CCEL.

B. Provide operational and communication support for the Post-secondary Pathways Engaged Tours and Programs. 

1. Work directly with the Assistant Director of Programs and Operations to schedule Engaged tours and programming, primarily at the Rose Hill campus. 

2. Responsible for all correspondence with schools and organizations who share an interest in participating in a tour. 

3. Communicate with CCEL Ambassadors and provide support throughout the Engaged tour process.

4. Liaise with Fordham departments to facilitate tours. 

5. Curate a list of workshops and topics for engaged tours.

C. Connects with on-campus partners on behalf of leadership.

1. Conduct follow-up on behalf of the center with CCEL constituents.

2. Initiate contact with partners and stakeholders via email, phone, and correspondence.

D. Develops programs and events in coordination with the leadership.

1. Work collaboratively with the AD to plan meetings, events, and receptions.

2. Develop a strategy with the AD and the Engaged Scholarship Committee to create programs for faculty and community members.

E. Collects data connected to engaged scholarship.

1. Assist in cataloging all courses with engaged scholarship elements.

2. Collect examples of faculty community-engaged research and teaching in the Bronx, Manhattan, Westchester, and globally.

3. Develop a list of monetary and other resources for faculty.

F. Conducts research concerning faculty work and engaged scholarship best practices.

1. Search peer-reviewed articles and academic resources that could be useful for the CCEL model.

2. Review national models of engaged scholarship and find lessons that could be used at Fordham.

3. Carries out other duties as assigned.

Please submit all resumes and cover letters to: [email protected]  with the title of position in the subject line.

Walsh Family Library, In-Person

Application Deadline:  August 30

Start Date:  ASAP after August 21

Hours: 

12 hours per week, with a specific regular weekly schedule to be determined based on the applicant's availability and departmental needs. Applicants must be available to work at least one weekday evening after 5 pm and before 8:30 pm, and either Saturday in the day or Sunday in the late afternoon/early evening.

The Walsh Family Library is looking for a GSAS student to assist in the maintenance of the Reference area and collection, provide basic reference and technical assistance to library researchers, supervise undergraduate student workers, provide usability feedback on digital products, assist in the selection and review of content contained on the library research guides, and contribute to other projects as needed. The position requires in-person work at the Walsh Family Library Reference Desk on the first floor of the library.

Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate is very comfortable working in libraries. Previous work experience in libraries is recommended but not required. Experience researching in the Fordham University libraries is a plus. GSAS students who are curious about careers in archives management, library and information science, or digital scholarship are highly encouraged to apply.

Applicants must be available to work some weekday evenings after 5pm and before 8:30pm, and either Saturday in the day or Sunday in the late afternoon/early evening (specific hours to be determined).

Eligibility for this position is contingent on active enrollment in a GSAS program and approval by GSAS.

Future Prospects:

The position is designed to meet the needs of the library for the 2024-2025 academic year, but once a positive working relationship is established with a GSAS Assistant, the library is very interested in continuing employment for the duration of the student’s enrollment in a GSAS program.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants should email their resume, cover letter, and available hours to [email protected]. No phone calls please.

 The Fordham Libraries are committed to excellence through diversity; we welcome applicants of all backgrounds and from all of the GSAS academic programs.

Campion Institute / Office of Prestigious Fellowships

Anticipated hours:

• Summer: 20 hours/week
• Semester: 9 hours/week

Job duties:

Conduct remote or in-person advising sessions with students and recent graduates applying for nationally competitive awards, such as Fulbright, Critical Language Scholarship, and Truman:

• review application materials
• discuss drafts of essays and short answers drafts
• encourage candidates through motivational interviewing and equity-informed approaches.

Meet regularly with other Office of Prestigious Fellowships (OPF) team members to strategize
about applications and outreach.

Work alongside other OPF team members to plan, organize, and lead monthly writing workshops and informational sessions for applicants, over Zoom or in person.

Collaborate with undergraduate work-study student to manage fellowship blog and put out 1-2 posts per month; this is done via email and monthly Zoom meetings.

Advise OPF team on, and help create, additional website and social media content.

Qualifications:

Current doctoral student in English, Education, or related field. Experience working with undergraduate and graduate students of diverse backgrounds, interests, and identities. Experience guiding students in their writing, particularly with personal statements and research statements. Familiarity with nationally competitive fellowships a plus.

Please send your resume to Dr. Lorna Ronald at [email protected] with the title of position in the subject line.