Graduate Program Assistant- Honors College

University of Nevada, Reno

Reno, Nevada, US
In-person, 20 hours/week
Microsoft office suite proficiency
Excel and relevant software
Independent and collaborative work
The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a Graduate Program Assistant for its Honors College, starting August 1, 2026. The role involves advising undergraduate students and managing various honors advising resources, requiring effective communication, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job Summary

  • The Graduate Assistant will support the Honors College Student Actualization and Engagement (SAE) team in a variety of projects, with a majority of time devoted to advising undergraduate students and managing advising resources.
  • This is an in-person, 10-month, 20 hour/week Graduate Assistantship (0.5 FTE) requiring work during office hours, Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 5 PM.
  • Applicants must be currently accepted to a recognized graduate program at the University of Nevada, Reno and enroll in at least 9 graduate credits per semester.

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The University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a Graduate Program Assistant for its Honors College, starting August 1, 2026. The role involves advising undergraduate students and managing various honors advising resources, requiring effective communication, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Microsoft Office suite proficiency
  • Excel and relevant software
  • Independent and collaborative work
  • Effective written and oral communication
  • Strong time management skills
  • Organizational skills

Nice-to-have

  • Student-first approach
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Experience in honors education
  • Availability for occasional evenings

Key Requirements

  • Currently accepted to UNR graduate program
  • Enroll in at least 9 graduate credits/semester
  • Possess strong software knowledge

Work Rights

Not specified

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