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Grad Assistant - Summer Success & First-Year Engagement Programs

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
May 06, 2026
Grad Assistant - Summer Success & First-Year Engagement Programs Grad Assistant - Summer Success & First-Year Engagement Programs Hiring Department: CHANCE Program Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1040678 Posting Close Date: 05/07/2026 Salary: The wage for this position is $2,688.89 for a 50% appointment, 20 hours per week. About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position Summary The Graduate Assistant for Summer Success and First-Year Engagement Programs supports the planning, coordination, and implementation of summer and academic-year initiatives designed to assist incoming first-year and transfer students in their transition to the university. This role plays a critical part in fostering student engagement, coordinating program logistics, and supporting communication efforts that promote persistence and student success beyond the summer experience. The Graduate Assistant will work closely with professional staff, student ambassadors, and campus partners to facilitate programming that promotes academic readiness, sustained engagement, community building, and connection to campus resources throughout the first year. Duties & Responsibilities Program Coordination Assist with the planning and coordination of Summer Success Programs for incoming first-year and transfer students. Support the implementation of summer initiatives such as STEM academies, transition programs, and academic preparation workshops. Assist in the development and coordination of First-Year Engagement initiatives during the academic year (e.g., welcome events, workshops, retention programming). Coordinate program logistics including scheduling, space reservations, materials preparation, and event support across both summer and academic-year programs. Student Engagement Assist with outreach and communication to incoming, first-year, and transfer students to promote participation in programs and services. Support engagement initiatives designed to build community, increase belonging, and strengthen student connection to campus resources throughout the first year. Collaborate with student ambassadors to facilitate peer engagement, mentoring, and student interaction opportunities. Help implement strategies that support first-year retention and continued student involvement beyond initial transition programs. Communication and Outreach Draft communications, promotional materials, and event announcements for summer and first-year engagement programs. Maintain consistent communication with participants through email, newsletters, and program updates across the summer and academic year. Assist with recruitment and marketing efforts to increase awareness and participation in both Summer Success and First-Year Engagement initiatives. Data Tracking and Assessment Track program participation and maintain student engagement records across summer and first-year programs. Assist with collecting feedback and assessment data to evaluate program effectiveness and student outcomes. Support the preparation of reports highlighting retention, engagement, and program impact. Administrative Support Assist with maintaining program records and documentation. Support staff meetings, planning sessions, and program evaluations. Provide general administrative support for summer and first-year programming initiatives. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Current enrollment in a graduate program. Strong organizational and project management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with diverse student populations. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with college access, student success, transition, or first-year experience programs. Experience with event planning or student programming. Experience working with first-generation, transfer, or underrepresented student populations. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/19713?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-3770ebda09d7ba4181746ef323f186ac