About the Department:  

Annenberg Advisement and Academic Services welcomes students of every background and supports their personal, academic, and professional growth. As students move forward, we encourage them to cultivate an independent spirit and make meaningful contributions to the Trojan Community and to society at large. We advocate for and partner with students by providing resources, knowledge, expertise, programming, and assistance navigating the various aspects of Trojan Life. We listen and strive to offer good counsel while continually assessing how well we fulfill our mission. 

Job Description 

Graduate Assistants (GA) work with the Annenberg advising team to support undergraduate students majoring in Communication, Journalism, and Public Relations, potential internal transfers, and our minor population. GA’s receive extensive on-the-job training and continual support throughout the semester. Job responsibilities are not limited to, but may include the following: 

• Provide holistic academic advisement to undergraduate communication, journalism, and public relations majors and minors 
• Attend staff meetings on a weekly basis 
• Help manage general advising email account 
• Manage social media accounts  
• Other duties as assigned 

Required Qualifications  

• Current enrollment in a graduate program, preferably Rossier’s EC or PASA programs
• Excellent written and verbal skills
• Must be available to work 3 – 4 days per week (approximately 15 - 20 hours per week) 
• Must attend all training sessions (dates TBD) 
• Preferred qualities: positive, hardworking, team player, critical thinker, quick learner,

ability to thrive under pressure 

• Work-study eligible preferred 
• Position is hybrid, with both in-person and online hours

Hours: 15 – 20 hours per week. 

Duration: Summer 2025 – Fall 2025 (possible extension through Spring 2026) 

Application Deadline: Friday, April 11, 2025

Required Materials: Resume and Cover Letter 

Contact: Jennifer Howard, Assistant Director (howardje@usc.edu)