Provide meaningful work for our community while earning money for your educational expenses
The School of Divinity Graduate Assistant positions for the 2025-26 academic year are listed below. These positions are primarily funded through the federal work-study program. To see if you qualify for federal work-study, review your financial aid package. The federal work-study funded Graduate Assistantships will pay $14 per hour for the 2025-26 academic year.
As you review the job descriptions, keep in mind that you may apply for multiple positions. You are allowed to work up to 20 hours per week for all jobs on campus. When you are ready to apply, complete the application below and provide all necessary information and additional application attachments. Supervisors will contact you to set up an interview after the priority application deadline.
The priority application deadline is April 21st, though applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Questions? Contact Khelen Kuzmovich at kuzmovk@wfu.edu.
List of Available Positions
Title: Graduate Research Assistant
Supervisor: Dr. Charles “Austin” Rivera
Description: While this position is open to any student, this GA position will provide an introduction to scholarly research for students interested in pursuing a PhD. This Graduate Research Assistant will be responsible for:
- Performing research on historical studies topics with tasks including reading and summarizing articles or book chapters and cataloging mentions of ideas or authors in ancient texts;
- Proofreading writing.
Requirements: This Graduate Research Assistant must:
- Be able to work independently on assigned tasks within their own set hours;
- Be self-directed and organized;
- Have some prior experience with texts or history of the ancient or medieval world.
Ideal applicants will:
- Possess competency in a relevant modern (German, French, Italian) or ancient (Latin, Greek, Syriac) language (note: desirable, not required).
Hours Per Week: 2-10 (workload can vary depending on desire of GA)
Number of Positions Available: 2
Title: Graduate Research Assistant
Supervisor: Dr. Alton B. Pollard
Description: This Graduate Research Assistant will be responsible for:
- Providing technology support for Fall courses: Wednesdays 3:30-6:00 pm and Thursdays 5-7:30 pm;
- Planning and organizing Fall 2025 symposium;
- Conducting some library research;
- Completing other administrative tasks as assigned.
Requirements: This Graduate Research Assistant must:
- Be able to work independently on assigned tasks and, hopefully, be available for technology support during course hours.
Hours Per Week: 8-10
Number of Positions Available: 1
Title: Graduate Assistant
Supervisor: Dr. Melanie L. Harris
Description: This Graduate Assistant will be responsible for:
- Helping to monitor online/hybrid courses, including completion of student assignments;
- Coordinating Food, Health, and Ecological Well Being program events;
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements: This Graduate Research Assistant must:
- Be able to check-in with Dr. Harris on a regular basis;
- Be able to work independently on assigned tasks at least 4 days per week;
- Be self-directed and organized.
Hours Per Week: ~20
Number of Positions Available: 1
Number of Positions Available: 10+
Title: Graduate Assistant, Vocational Formation Program
Supervisor: Dr. John Senior
Description: Vocational Formation Program Graduate Assistants are responsible for:
- Working with the Director of the Art of Ministry program to plan and implement Pathways in Ministry sessions;
- Maintaining employment postings for the School of Divinity webpage;
- Maintaining and revising Art of Ministry program materials;
- Working with the Director of the Art of Ministry program to complete a semi-annual internship audit;
- Completing research tasks as assigned.
Requirements: Ideal Candidates will:
- Possess excellent communication and data management skills;
- Have familiarity with Google Suite;
- Enjoy working collaboratively in a team environment;
- Have effective community-building skills, particularly in connecting students with co-curricular learning opportunities;
- Take initiative to work independently.
Hours Per Week: 3-10
Number of Positions Available: 1
Title: Graduate Assistant, Public Relations and Communications
Supervisor: Dan Culpepper
Description: This Graduate Assistant in Public Relations and Communications for the School of Divinity will support the development and execution of communication strategies to enhance the school’s public presence. This Graduate Assistant will be responsible for:
- Writing content that follows WFU’s standards for newsletters and websites;
- Managing press releases;
- Assisting with event promotion;
- Collaborating with faculty, staff, and students to gather stories and highlight achievements.
Requirements: This Graduate Research Assistant must:
- Possess strong writing, editing, and digital media skills;
- Love writing, hate typos, recognize oxford commas, and recognize that WFU does not use them.
Ideal Applicants will:
- Be proactive communicators with a passion for storytelling.
Hours Per Week: 5-10
Number of Positions Available: 1
Title: Graduate Assistant, The Faith Compass Center, Evaluation Support*
Supervisor: Stacy Smallwood
Description: This Graduate Assistant position, which begins in Summer 2025, provides hands-on experience in program evaluation, data collection, and analysis, supporting the Center’s mission to assess impact and enhance program effectiveness. The Graduate Assistant will be responsible for:
- Assisting Faith Compass Center with the evaluation process for key programs, including the HIV & Faith Ambassadors (HFA) Program, Grant Funded Partners, the Summer Institute, and the Hatch Lecture Series;
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements: This Graduate Research Assistant must:
- Be flexible and open to assisting with various tasks and projects, not listed above, that support the mission of the Center;
- Be able to maintain confidentiality and ethical research standards in evaluation activities;
- Have an interest in faith-based health initiatives, HIV advocacy, and community engagement.
Hours Per Week: 10-15
Number of Positions Available: 1
*This position can also be used for the required internship component of the MDiv program.
Title: Graduate Assistant, Worship Team
Supervisor: Joshuah Brian Campbell
Description: Worship Team Graduate Assistants are responsible for:
- Partnering with teammate(s) to design, plan, and provide leadership for 2-3 worship services per semester in collaboration with the presenter for the service;
- Inviting and coordinating students, faculty, and staff to provide leadership in worship, including offering music, reading scripture, etc.;
- Setting up before and cleaning up after each service;
- Serving as a member of the Worship Team and bringing a spirit of collaboration, openness, and creativity to the group.
Requirements: Worship Team Graduate Assistants must:
- Attend Tuesday chapels and one weekly meeting (to be scheduled).
Ideal Candidates will:
- Show an interest in communal, pastoral, and liturgical care;
- Be willing to grow and be formed in professional communication skills.
Hours Per Week: 6-8+
Title: Graduate Assistant, School of Divinity
Supervisor: Khelen Kuzmovich
Description: This is an on-call/as-needed position with the School of Divinity. If you are applying for another position, you do not need to apply for this one as well (you will automatically be added to this email list). However, if you would like to be asked if you can help out with tasks as your schedule allows, please apply for this position. The School of Divinity Graduate Assistants will assist the School in the operation and execution of programming, events, and services with responsibilities including:
- Assisting with School of Divinity event setup, event decoration, and event breakdown;
- Greeting and hosting event guests (prospective students, current students, faculty, staff, visiting speakers/guests, and community members);
- General administrative tasks (copying, folder assembly, restocking merch, hanging posters, organizing storage spaces, etc.).
- Assisting with marketing and communications;
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements: The School of Divinity Graduate Assistant must:
- Possess a high level of professionalism and attention to detail;
- Have a positive attitude and welcoming demeanor;
- Be able to communicate clearly and effectively;
- Be able to lift 50 lbs and stand for long periods of time (for some tasks);
- Have a willingness to be “on call” for events and tasks (this position offers very few and inconsistent hours and would be great for anyone who needs supplemental hours for another job).
Hours Per Week: 0-5
Number of Positions Available: 10+
Graduate Assistant Application ’25-’26
Complete the application below for each Graduate Assistant position you wish to apply for at the School of Divinity.
More about Federal Work-Study
Federal Work-Study at the School of Divinity provides part-time jobs for graduate students with financial need, allowing them to earn money to help pay education expenses. The program encourages community service work and work related to the student’s course of study.
Here’s a quick overview of Federal Work-Study:
- It provides part-time employment while you are enrolled in school.
- It’s available to students with financial need (via completion of the FAFSA: Free Application for Federal Student Aid).
- You’re paid by the hour.
- When assigning work hours, your supervisor will consider your class schedule and your academic progress.