Harvard College Announces Graduate Student Assistant Opportunity for First-Year Academic Programs in 2026 ·Harvard College

Overview

This opportunity offers Harvard graduate students a position as a Graduate Student Assistant in the First-Year Academic Programs office for 2026, providing valuable hands-on experience in higher education administration and programming.

Eligibility

Applicants must be currently enrolled as a full-time graduate student at a Harvard school.

Benefits

• Hourly compensation of $30 per hour.
• Practical experience in higher education administration.
• Flexible work schedule with 15-20 hours per week during the academic year and up to 35 hours per week during the summer.
• Opportunity to develop leadership and project management skills.

How to Apply

To apply, candidates must submit a resume and a cover letter (maximum two pages) to dawn_ling@fas.harvard.edu. The cover letter should address experience managing collaborative projects and problem-solving capabilities.

Deadline

The priority application deadline is May 29, 2026. Applications may continue to be reviewed until the position is filled, so early application is encouraged.