: 15 per week
UP TO 15, very flexible
Description:
Presidential Ambassadors (PAs) are a dynamic group of 8–10 student leaders who support the mission of Thomas More University by working with the Institutional Advancement team and representing the student voice in alumni and donor relations.
This position involves a lot of behind-the-scenes support—yes, some of it’s tedious... but it's also incredibly fun and rewarding! You’ll help keep things running smoothly while gaining real-world experience in higher ed, fundraising, and nonprofit work.
Assist with administrative tasks like filing, organizing, stuffing envelopes, running errands, and general office support
Help prepare for alumni and donor events, including setup, materials, and day-of coordination
Draft and send handwritten thank-you notes and make occasional thank-you calls to donors
Represent the student body at select meetings and events, including bi-annual meetings with the President
Support special projects as assigned—no two weeks look exactly the same!
Attend PA training retreat and team development sessions throughout the year
Hours: Flexible hours, summer weekly availability as well as occasional Admission events
Description:
Are you outgoing, personable, and confident in public speaking? Join our dynamic team of Admissions Ambassadors at Thomas More University! This role is ideal for students who are passionate about sharing their campus experience and making a positive impact on prospective students and their families.
Key Responsibilities:
Serve as a knowledgeable and welcoming representative of Thomas More University
Lead individual and group campus tours, highlighting key areas of campus life, academics, and student services
Engage with prospective students and families to provide helpful information and answer questions
Assist the Admissions team with office responsibilities such as mailings, phone calls, and event preparation
Support and work at official Admissions events including Preview Days, Counselor Luncheons, and Saints Nights
Requirements:
Must be a full-time, currently enrolled student at Thomas More University
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 and must remain in good academic and judicial standing
Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills
Dependable, professional, and able to manage time effectively
Comfortable working in a business setting and interacting with diverse audiences
Additional Information:
Flexible hours are available Monday through Friday, including during the summer—perfect for students who are local and able to commute.
Hours: Estimated to be 2 hours per month
Description:
The Department of Physics is seeking a motivated and responsible student to assist with public astronomy events and educational programming at the Thomas More Observatory. This is an excellent opportunity for students interested in astronomy, science outreach, and hands-on experience with telescope operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with setup and takedown of equipment for public lecture series events and other observatory activities
Support faculty and staff during events, including helping guests with telescope use and answering general questions
Participate in a mandatory training session on telescope operations prior to the first event
Provide a welcoming and educational experience for visitors
Time Commitment:
Approximately 2 hours per month. All events are scheduled on Saturday evenings. Attendance is required for the following dates (weather permitting):
September 21, 2024: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
October 12, 2024: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
November 9, 2024: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
February 8, 2025: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
March 8, 2025: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
April 12, 2025: 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
+ One additional training night (to be scheduled)
Requirements:
Must be a Physics or Mathematics major/minor, or have completed an Astronomy lecture and lab course
Comfortable working outdoors at night and in varying weather conditions
Dependable, punctual, and capable of interacting with the public in a professional manner
Must be in good academic standing
: 20 per week
Description:
Thomas More University is seeking a Graduate Assistant for Institutional Advancement to support alumni and donor engagement through strategic communication initiatives. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain experience in nonprofit and higher education communications, digital marketing, and fundraising efforts.
Key Responsibilities:
Ideal Candidate:
An energetic, detail-oriented graduate student with strong writing and digital communication skills, the ability to multitask, and a passion for nonprofit and higher education advancement.
: 20 per week
Description:
The Graduate Assistant for Residence Life is a live-on campus position that supports the Housing & Residence Life team in fostering a vibrant residential community at Thomas More University. This role involves co-directing and advising Resident Advisors (RAs), assisting with training and recruitment, and participating in the professional staff on-call rotation. The Graduate Assistant contributes to student engagement, leadership development, and retention efforts while supporting the daily operations of the residence halls.
Key Responsibilities:
Ideal Candidate:
A graduate student with strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, who is passionate about student engagement, residential life, and community development. This role requires flexibility, professionalism, and a commitment to enhancing the student experience at Thomas More University.
Compensation & Benefits:
: 10 per week
additional hours may be available
Description:
Basic Purpose
The Work Study for Career Services will support the mission of the Career Services office by assisting with career development programs, employer relations, and student engagement initiatives. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a student to gain hands-on experience in career counseling, event planning, and professional development while working in a university setting.
Core Competencies
· Be a positive and professional role model for students.
· Ability to establish working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community resources.
· Strong writing, computer, presentation, and communication skills.
· Ability to be flexible and adjust work schedule to meet the needs of the program.
· Strong interest in career services, higher education, student affairs, or related fields.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
· Strong organizational and time management abilities with attention to detail.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, social media platforms, and career-related technology.
· Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
· Provide career advising to students on topics such as resume and cover letter writing, job and internship search strategies, interview preparation, and professional networking.
· Assist in the planning, promotion, and execution of career-related events, including career fairs, employer panels, and workshops.
· Develop and deliver presentations on career development topics for student organizations, academic classes, and campus groups.
· Conduct outreach to students through email campaigns, social media, and in-person engagement to promote Career Services resources and events.
· Assist in maintaining the Career Services job board and other online platforms by posting opportunities, reviewing student profiles, and updating employer listings.
· Support employer relations efforts by assisting with outreach, coordination of campus visits, and collection of employer feedback.
· Research career development trends, employer hiring practices, and workforce industry trends to support the development of relevant career programming.
· Provide administrative support, including managing appointments, maintaining records, and compiling data for reporting purposes.
· Collaborate with faculty, staff, and student organizations to enhance career readiness initiatives across campus.
· Other duties as assigned.
This position is for Fall 2025-Spring 2026
: 20 per week
Description:
Position Overview:
The marketing and communications GA reports to the Director of Student Engagement and Leadership Development (DSELD). Their duties include utilizing various communication strategies to engage, and promote, activities, events, programs, registered student organizations, and more. The GA assists the DSELD with social media marketing techniques to increase visibility and traffic to our office, website, and social media platforms. The GA will generate and schedule content to post on all social media platforms and monitor and maintain social media platforms, and other communication formats. The GA will support with the development of department engagement and events.
Responsibilities:
Marketing (60%):
Develop marketing strategies and communication plans to increase student engagement.
Prepare various marketing initiatives to help brand development and engagement with the department and affiliate programs.
Design and implement marketing and advertising campaigns which include flyers, posters, e-mails, digital signage, and promotional pieces.
Promote design guidelines, best practices, and standards of the University brand, and Department brand.
Assist in supervising the student marketing director of the Student Activities Board (SAB).
Execute the production of the weekly Saints Letter.
Collaborate with the Department of Housing and Residence Life.
Engagement (30%):
Assist in the management of the Student Activities Board, including but not limited to developing training, evaluations, and compliance.
Assist in student organization policy compliance and process management with organization events.
Assist with the early-move in orientation alongside with the Director of Student Engagement, and Director of FYE; assist with the following: program promotion, and communication,
Assist in the planning and production of the annual Saints Awards Banquet.
Assist with the development and creation of resources, templates, trainings, and other materials for student organizations resource OneDrive.
Assist with the coordination of the Engagement Fair during the Fall semester.
Administration (10%)
Attend bi-weekly Student Activities Board Meetings.
Support DSLED departmental events and initiatives.
Support the day-to-day office responsibilities, including advising student organization leaders and advisors on university policies and procedures, event planning policies, risk management, recruitment, and member development.
Serve as an advocate for the Department of Student Engagement and Leadership Development and be a resource to the campus community as it pertains to the mission, purpose, and intended learning outcomes of the department.
Other duties as assigned.
Ideal Candidate:
A graduate student with strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, who is passionate about marketing, student engagement, and community connection. This role requires flexibility, professionalism, and a commitment to enhancing the student experience at Thomas More University.
Compensation & Benefits:
: 15 per week
UP TO 15
Description:
Looking to gain valuable professional experience over the summer while making an impact at
Thomas More? Join the Institutional Advancement team as a Presidential Ambassador –
Summer Assistant and help support the mission of the university through meaningful
behind-the-scenes work in alumni engagement and fundraising discovery.
This summer role is ideal for a student who is organized, curious, and looking to grow their
communication and administrative skills in a flexible, low-stress campus setting.
Key Responsibilities:
? Assist with light administrative tasks (filing, organizing, data entry, and mailing)
? Conduct basic discovery and research work on alumni and potential donors
? Help prepare materials for upcoming alumni and donor engagement events
? Participate in outreach efforts, such as thank-you calls or notes to TMU supporters
? Support the Advancement and Alumni offices with project-based assignments
? Other duties as assigned