Dominican University·River Forest, Illinois
The Graduate Assistant provides holistic support to TRIO students through academic coaching, caseload management, and advising. They also coordinate program events and manage social media to promote student engagement.
APPLICATION MATERIALS Resume and cover letter
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in psychology, education, social work, or a related field and be enrolled in a graduate program. Preference is given to those with knowledge of the challenges faced by first-generation college students.
Market context
In Illinois, TRIO Student Support Services graduate assistant roles are typically tied to colleges supporting first-generation and underrepresented students, so demand often follows campus retention and student-success priorities. These positions can be competitive because they usually require a bachelor’s degree, graduate enrollment, and familiarity with first-generation student challenges. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and tailor your application to show student-support experience and interest in retention work.