C-SEED - Graduate Assistant

Location: Akes

Job Description:

Purpose
The Center for Student Enterprises and Entrepreneurship Development (C-SEED) seeks a Graduate Assistant to support and execute entrepreneurship initiatives across campus. This role works closely with C-SEED staff, faculty, and campus partners to plan events, manage operations, mentor student entrepreneurs, and contribute to a structured, innovation-focused environment at Berry College.

In alignment with Berry College's mission, we educate the head, heart, and hands to inspire leaders of integrity who cultivate thriving communities. This position plays a key role in fostering experiential learning and entrepreneurial development across campus.

General Responsibilities

• Lead and execute major C-SEED events, including the PITCH, Entrepreneurship Week, and other student engagement events.
• Plan and deliver campus markets such as the Entrepreneurship Student Market, Spires Market, and other popup markets on campus.
• Support entrepreneurship workshops, student mentoring, and venture development initiatives.
• Collaborate with campus departments, vendors, and external partners to execute programming.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase C-SEED visibility and awareness across campus.

Requirements:

• Admitted to the Berry College MBA program as a part-time, two-year student.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Professional, trustworthy, and service-oriented.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general website tools.
• Experience with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, Linked In).
• Experience in event planning or program coordination is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with Canva or Adobe Creative Suite is highly preferred

Position Details

• Hours:
  
  20 hours per week.
• Schedule:
  
  Primarily daytime, with occasional evening and weekend commitments.
• Compensation:
  Hourly pay plus tuition remission (up to six graduate credit hours per semester, including summer).
• Requirement:
  Maintain a minimum 3.0 GPA.

Other Responsibilities

Operations & Systems

• Manage C-SEED administrative operations, including scheduling, room reservations, and coordination with campus offices.
• Maintain and organize digital systems, shared drives, and internal documentation.
• Develop and refine processes, templates, and standard operating procedures for recurring initiatives.

Communications & Engagement

• Develop and manage communications, including email outreach, social media content, and promotional materials.
• Promote C-SEED initiatives and increase student engagement across campus.

Student & Program Support

• Serve as a point of contact for student entrepreneurs seeking guidance and resources.
• Support the development of pitch materials, presentations, and competition readiness.
• Assist in onboarding, training, and supervising undergraduate Lifeworks team members.
• Support Sigma Nu Tau programming and related initiatives.

Event & Financial Coordination

• Assist with budget tracking, purchasing, reimbursements, and vendor coordination.

Data & Strategic Support

• Track participation, engagement metrics, and program outcomes for reporting and improvement.
• Build relationships with local businesses, alumni, and community partners.
• Support donor stewardship efforts in collaboration with Advancement.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, programming effectiveness, and new initiative development

Additional Information:

ABOUT BERRY COLLEGE

Berry is a selective independent college of 2,200 students located adjacent to Rome, GA, midway between Atlanta, GA, and Chattanooga, TN. Berry's educational approach deliberately unites challenging academic programs with practical work experience in a residential campus community that encourages faith and emphasizes caring for the needs of others above self. Our mission and values are grounded in the ethic that our founder instilled more than a century ago:

"We educate the head, heart, and hands - to inspire leaders of integrity who cultivate thriving communities. Combining academic exploration with meaningful work responsibilities in a residential setting, our approach emphasizes firsthand experiences and mentoring. We invest in the personal growth and professional preparation of talented students from varied backgrounds, with an enduring commitment to help those hindered by financial need.

Guided by Christian principles, we value the dignity of individuals, the search for truth tempered with grace, and the well-being of our neighbors."

Nationally recognized for quality of learning and quality of life, Berry offers first-rate undergraduate degree programs in the sciences, humanities, arts, and human sciences, as well as undergraduate and master's level opportunities in business, physician associate studies, and teacher education. The College's stunning 27,000-acre campus affords opportunities that cannot be duplicated elsewhere. Berry's ongoing commitment is to provide exceptional educational experiences to…