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Apply To Become a TGS Graduate Intern

The Graduate School (TGS) is seeking to hire one graduate intern for four quarters (10 hours/week), beginning Summer 2024. The appointment pays a stipend supplement of $920/month. The intern will work on projects within the Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (OPA) and the Training Grant Support Office (TGSO). These projects include:

  • maintaining current policies online and updating the OPA’s website.
  • supporting recruitment program for historically minoritized postdocs.
  • conducting searches on policies and procedures at peer institutions.
  • assisting with organization of an online mentor training program.
  • providing administrative and logistical support for professional development events.
  • other projects and duties as assigned. 

Skills and Qualifications:

Applicants must be self-motivated, excellent communicators, and able to work independently. We especially welcome applications from candidates who have:

  • an interest in academic administration and higher ed policy.
  • web management skills; experience with Cascade is a plus.
  • excellent administrative and organizational skills.
  • experience with policy review and research.
  • strong writing skills.

Eligibility:

This position is open to TGS PhD students from all disciplines enrolled full time at Northwestern University (other than TGS 512). Students must be in their third-through-fifth years during the period of the appointment and must already be fully funded. Students are permitted to work no more than 20 hours/week total from all roles including assistantships.

To be considered, applicants must have the approval of their program’s director of graduate studies (DGS) and their primary advisor. A Permission to Work Form must also be completed if offered the position.

Graduate assistants must meet the eligibility requirements set for all students receiving financial aid and must follow all TGS Regulations Governing Recipients of University Assistance.  

Application Instructions:

Please send the following materials to Beth Healey at beth-healey@northwestern.edu by Friday, June 14:

  • a CV,
  • a cover letter explaining your interest in the position and qualifications,
  • a statement from your DGS verifying that you are eligible for the position and have the support of your home department and that you will be working no more than 20h/week total from all roles including this role and any assistantships,
  • a statement from your primary advisor confirming they are aware of, and support, your application for this position.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, underrepresented racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States. 

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