DePaul University is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to join our Athletics Department as Graduate Assistants for the 2025–26 academic year. These positions provide an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in collegiate athletics while pursuing a graduate degree at DePaul University. Graduate Assistants will work closely with department staff, student-athletes, and campus partners to support the success of DePaul Athletics.
Available Positions:
Athletic Academic Advising Graduate Assistant The Athletic Academic Advising Graduate Assistant will support student-athletes in achieving academic success while balancing their athletic commitments. Responsibilities include academic advising, monitoring NCAA eligibility, supervising study tables, coordinating registration, and assisting with student-athlete development programming.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide academic advising and support to assigned teams.
Monitor progress toward degree completion and NCAA eligibility.
Assist with departmental communications and student-athlete programming.
Serve as a liaison between student-athletes, coaches, and faculty.
Work evenings (including Sundays) as needed to support student-athletes.
Athletics Video & Creative Services Graduate Assistant The Athletics Video & Creative Services Graduate Assistant will assist in producing multimedia content for DePaul Athletics, including video production, graphic design, and branding. This role involves content creation for game days, social media, and promotional campaigns.
Key Responsibilities:
Capture, edit, and produce video content for DePaul Athletics.
Assist with creative projects, including promotional and branding materials.
Coordinate interviews, secure filming locations, and manage production schedules.
Oversee and mentor student workers in creative services.
Athletics Sports & Event Operations Graduate Assistant The Athletics Sports & Event Operations Graduate Assistant will help manage event logistics for DePaul Athletics, including game day operations, facility management, and team travel coordination. This role is integral to ensuring successful events and experiences for student-athletes, coaches, and spectators.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist with game day operations at Wintrust Arena and other venues.
Manage credentialing, signage, and event logistics.
Support visiting teams, officials, and sponsors on-site.
Assist with travel logistics and team operations.
Athletics Business Office Graduate Assistant The Athletics Business Office Graduate Assistant will support the daily financial operations of DePaul Athletics. Responsibilities include processing reimbursements, managing team purchases, and assisting with financial reporting and compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
Process reimbursements for student-athletes, staff, and coaches.
Oversee office supply inventory and manage transactions.
Assist with payroll processing and financial documentation.
Ensure compliance with NCAA, BIG EAST, and university financial policies.
General Qualifications for All Positions:
Must be enrolled full-time in a graduate program at DePaul University.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.