Graduate Assistant – Mercer Innovation Center; Summer

Job Title

Graduate Assistant – Mercer Innovation Center (Summer 2026/Spring 2027)

The Mercer Innovation Center (MIC), in collaboration with Mercer On Mission (MOM) and Religious Life, is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Graduate Assistant to support cross-functional initiatives. This role offers valuable experience in program operations, event planning, marketing, and strategic project support across university departments.

• Provide administrative support to the Assistant Director, including scheduling, communications, and daily office operations.
• Assist in planning and executing MIC events, meetings, and workshops.
• Support data collection and reporting for MIC and MOM initiatives.
• Draft and edit reports, presentations, and internal communications.
• Maintain digital and physical filing systems and track project correspondence.
• Contribute to cross-departmental projects and special initiatives.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal and external inquiries.

• Currently enrolled in a Mercer graduate program (MBA preferred).
• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); ability to learn new platforms quickly.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to assist with planning and managing events.
• Prior administrative or operations experience is preferred.

Up to $13/hour (This position offers a stipend, tuition assistance, or hourly wage, depending on the graduate assistantship arrangement at Mercer University.)

Must be enrolled in Mercer’s SHSB MBA program (in-person; online format may be considered).

Scheduled

Hours:

25

Start Date:

05/18/2026
End Date: 05/10/2027