Graduate Assistant - 5 Positions Available

Marshall University; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 8,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall University in Huntington, WV seeks Graduate Assistants for the ASD College Program to mentor students with ASD in academic and social development. The role includes supervising evening study halls, assisting in test proctoring, and planning social activities while maintaining regular communication with staff and mentors throughout Summer Semester 2026.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and full-time enrollment in a master’s program, with experience with ASD in higher education

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Mentors are responsible for supporting MU students with ASD in academic, social, and independent living development areas.
• Oversee evening study halls, assist in test proctoring, and participate in social activities throughout the semester.
• Regularly communicate with students and staff Support Specialists and attend staff training as scheduled.

Skills

Mentoring

ASD knowledge

Student support

Education

Bachelor’s degree enrolled in master’s program

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title

Graduate Assistant - 5 Positions Available

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 ASD College Program - MU2432

Location MU - Marshall University

Semester Summer Semester

Hours Per Week Full Time (20 hrs a week)

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

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

Experience

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

Posting Detail Information

• Posting Number MU2992GA
• Open Date 03/26/2026
• Close Date Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter