Graduate Assistant

Description of GA Assignment

Description of GA Assignment GA:
Clinical Practice - The department will assign you to various tasks that will require you to provide professional service to MU students, clients of a MU Clinic, or other individuals in need of professional services provided by the office.

Job Description Summary

Summer Semester 2026

Graduate Assistants hired with the College Program for Students with ASD work as mentors for college students with ASD in academic, social, and independent living development areas. Time is spent directly supporting participating students as they navigate the college environment. Mentors are required to oversee evening study halls, help assist in test proctoring, as well as plan and participate in various social activities throughout the semester.

This role requires that mentors regularly communicate and meet with their students and staff Support Specialists. Mentors are expected to attend any staff training that occurs during the semester.

Department

Department ASD College Program - MU2432

Location

Location MU - Marshall University

Semester

Semester Summer Semester

Hours Per Week Full Time (20 hrs a week)

• Bachelor’s degree required and enrolled full time in a master’s program.

• Experience working with individuals diagnosed with ASD in a higher education setting preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Education

Experience

Posting Number

Posting Number MU2992GA

Open Date

Open Date 03/26/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Marshall University
One John Marshall Drive
Huntington, WV 25755