Part-Time Teaching Assistant - Smeal MKTG 495A PRIME - Coupland

The Pennsylvania State University; Ferguson Township (PA); On-site; USD 4,200 - 6,400; Part time

Job summary

The Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State University is seeking undergraduate teaching assistants for MKTG 495A Prime in Spring 2027. Successful candidates will attend class, mentor teams, and serve as a liaison with company contacts while helping update course materials.

Applicants must have earned an A or A- in MKTG 301 and a minimum 3.2 GPA, with strong communication, reliability and organization. The position is paid and averages five hours per week.

Qualifications

• Must have earned an A or A- in MKTG 301.
• GPA of at least 3.2.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and academic integrity.
• Strong communication and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Attend and assist in MKTG 495A Prime class sessions.
• Mentor student teams and liaise with company contacts.
• Assist in updating course materials and administrative tasks.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Reliability

Organization

Education

MKTG 301 grade A or A-

GPA 3.2+

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Marketing Department in the Smeal College of Business is seeking to hire undergraduate teaching assistants for MKTG 495A Prime for spring 2027. Teaching assistants must have earned an “A” or "A-" in MKTG 301 and must have a GPA of at least 3.2. Successful candidates will be expected to attend class, mentor teams, serve as a liaison with company contacts, help update course materials and perform other administrative tasks related to the course. Academic integrity and the ability to maintain student confidentiality is required. In addition, candidates should have good communication and interpersonal skills, be reliable and organized, and have good time management skills. The position is for five hours per week on average and is a paid position. Please include: (1) a cover letter stating why you would like to serve as a TA and any evidence of academic integrity, and (2) your most recent resume.

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