Graduate Assistant: Admin & Events Support

Tulane University; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Tulane University in New Orleans is seeking a Graduate Assistant to support departmental operations and events. The role focuses on administrative tasks, quick communication, and maintaining files while delivering friendly service to students, faculty, and visitors.

This hourly position offers hands-on experience in a university setting, supporting the department’s mission and student career readiness initiatives.

Qualifications

• Active enrollment as a graduate student.
• Possibility of a Federal Work Study Award.

Responsibilities

• Serve as main contact for day-to-day office operations.
• Assist with department events and coordination.
• Answer phones, emails and other correspondence.
• Support department staff and respond to inquiries.
• Provide excellent customer service and professional communication.
• Utilize Microsoft, Adobe, and other departmental programs.
• Create social media and marketing materials.
• Update and maintain department files.
• Assist in planning seminars, field trips, and events.

Skills

Customer service

Office administration

Communication skills

Education

Graduate student status at Tulane University

Federal Work Study Award

Job description

Tulane University in New Orleans is seeking a Graduate Assistant to support departmental operations and events. The role focuses on administrative tasks, quick communication, and maintaining files while delivering friendly service to students, faculty, and visitors.

This hourly position offers hands-on experience in a university setting, supporting the department’s mission and student career readiness initiatives.