Student Athlete Academic Services (SAAS) at USC is seeking to hire at least two graduate student interns interested in gaining experience and training in student-athlete academic support 
and advising.

Job Title: Graduate Assistant – Academic Advising

Department: USC Student-Athlete Academic Services, http://saas.usc.edu/

Contact: Ricky Coles, Academic Counselor, rcoles@usc.edu

Program Description: The USC Student-Athlete Academic Services (SAAS) Program is committed to providing the necessary support to assist all student-athletes in reaching their full potential academically, personally, and professionally. SAAS graduate interns will assist academic advisors and other staff members with day-to-day operation duties necessary to accomplish department goals and mission.

Employment Dates:  August 19th, 2024 - May 9th, 2025
Summer employment possible but not required or guaranteed.  Fieldwork units/hours available in 
unison with compensation.

Primary Responsibilities:
-Assist academic advisors with preparation of material for meetings with coaches
-Assist with the book distribution program
-Monitor academic progress of caseload of student-athletes
-File and organize student-athlete records
-Provide statistical analysis of academic and tutorial programs
-Monitor facility computer lab and tutorial area including facilitating and auditing tutorial appointments
-Class check and monitor designated student-athletes
-Assist with event planning and execution of personal and developmental programs
-Attendance at weekly academic advisor meetings and training sessions
-Will receive training in the following areas, but not limited to: NCAA Eligibility, advising strategies, Academic Progress Rates (APR), Graduation Success Rates (GSR)
-Other projects and duties assigned

Qualifications:
-Enrollment in a USC graduate program required
-Special consideration provided to applicants who can make a two-year commitment
-Preferences are given to individuals who express a desire to work in Athletic Academic Services

Compensation: $17.78 per hour
Hours per week: 20
Work hours: Varies – possible evening and weekend hours