Graduate Assistant Application

Current and recently admitted graduate business students that plan to enroll full-time each semester and wish to be considered for part-time hourly positions within the School of Business are encouraged to complete an application for the Graduate Assistant pool. The Graduate Studies office will share your application with School of Business units that are considering hiring graduate students going forward.

Compensation is most often $15/hour for up to 20 hours per week, but may vary by hiring department. Tuition assistance/waivers are not included. Students must be in good academic standing to be considered.

What is your current student status?

Actively enrolled graduate business student

Admitted graduate business student approaching first semester

Prospective graduate business applicant

Only admitted graduate business students are eligible to be considered for open positions. We hope you will consider applying for admission in the near future.

First Name (in VCU system)

Last Name

VCU Email Address (use @vcu.edu, not @mymail.vcu.edu)

Student ID (V#)

Phone

What program are you currently pursuing?

When are you available to begin?

When do you anticipate you will graduate?

Cover Letter Tips

Your cover letter serves as general introduction to any department that is considering hiring a graduate student.
It is a great way to highlight your strengths that are not readily apparent in your resume.
Graduate student assistant positions often include duties such as: grading, proctoring, research assistance, general office duties.
Address your cover letter to "Hiring Committee".
Do not exceed one page.

Cover Letter

Resume