Criminology and Criminal Justice Fellowships

Graduate fellowships in the Criminology and Criminal Justice program are highly competitive opportunities that build and enhance your professional skills and defray tuition costs.

Fellowship Types

The School of Education and Social Policy offers a wide range of graduate fellowship opportunities, including internal (on-campus) positions of the following types:

Presidential Fellowships provide 100% of your graduate tuition and include a 9-month, unpaid fellowship placement of 25 hours per week.

Provost Fellowships provide 50% of your graduate tuition and include a 9-month, unpaid fellowship placement of 15 hours per week.

2025-2026 Criminology and Criminal Justice Fellowship Opportunities

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Center for Advising and Student Support (CASS) is a one-stop location for students to receive both academic and career advising. The goal of the center is to provide students with comprehensive planning and advising to meet their academic and professional aspirations. The center focuses on individual advising to ensure students are gaining the necessary didactic, experiential education, and professional development opportunities to adequately prepare them for their plans after graduation.

The Advising and Student Support Graduate Fellow will contribute to the program’s goal of supporting the holistic advising needs of the students and center operations. The fellow will help students determine what major may be the best fit to meet their future career goals within our five academic schools:

Girard School of Business
School of Arts & Sciences
School of Education & Social Policy
School of Engineering & Computational Sciences
School of Nursing & Health Sciences

The Fellow does not need to have prior knowledge or experience with an educational academic program, but simply a desire to gain hands-on experience in advising and take an active role in working with students. The Fellow will have the opportunity to work with representatives from the O’Brien Career Center and the Academic Success Center.

Position Responsibilities

Meet with students for one-on-one academic advising, as well as maintain outreach and communication with the students through e-mail and other electronic communication
Create and facilitate advising and registration drop-in sessions, academic advising group sessions, and other programming related to the advisement of undergraduate programs and registration
Maintain reports and data tracking of student progress, student interaction, attendance, and adherence to school academic policies and grades
Support school retention efforts along with the college-wide retention efforts
Assist in planning and delivery of workshops and classroom activities as assigned
Act as a point of communication between the students and college-wide support personnel
Meet regularly with the academic advisors within our five schools
Support overall functions of the undergraduate programs, as needed

Position Requirements

Interest in college readiness and developmental education, student services and support, and student retention
Excellent communication and public speaking skills; excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to lead by example and act as a mentor
Ability to maintain confidentiality and remain non-judgmental when addressing student problems and concerns
Self-starter, ability to work independently or collaboratively depending on the project or task assigned
Flexibility and ability to multitask in a fast-paced and changing environment

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Athletic Marketing and Ticketing Graduate Fellow will manage the marketing efforts for Merrimack College athletics including but not limited to marketing and advertising plans, promotional schedules, and game production including the use of video boards. The position will also manage all email marketing, including but not limited to targeted sales emails, communication to ticket holders, students, and presale emails. Will assist with football, ice hockey and basketball promotions, including running promotions on game days.

Position Responsibilities

Manage the box office during business hours and on game nights for football, men’s hockey, women’s hockey, and basketball as needed
Manage season ticket campaigns and renewal programs
Use of online ticketing software to manage ticket orders
Coordinate group sales and youth groups
Recruit and hire student workers
Enter student payroll hours
Assist with on and off-campus marketing and promotional campaigns
Assist in engaging students to attend athletic events
Design flyers and graphics for marketing purposes
Assist with social media to help promote upcoming events
Assist with community engagement opportunities for student-athletes

Position Requirements

Organizational and time management skills
Communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media outlets
Interest and/or knowledge with Adobe Suite (Photoshop, InDesign)
Ability to work weekends and evenings

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Center for Advising and Student Support (CASS) is a one-stop location for students to receive both academic and career advising. The career advising fellow will play a key role in guiding students through their early career development journey, helping them unlock their potential and explore diverse career pathways within our five academic schools:

Girard School of Business
School of Arts & Sciences
School of Education & Social Policy
School of Engineering & Computational Sciences
School of Nursing & Health Sciences

Working under the supervision of the school’s career advisor, this fellow will meet with undergraduate students to help them with career-related questions, with topics including but not limited to 1) giving advice on career paths and professional development; 2) reviewing resumes and cover letters; 3) helping students find jobs and internships; 4) interview preparation; and 5) demonstrating resources provided by the O’Brien Center for Career Development. The fellow will be trained on these topics as well as academic majors and the college’s general education curriculum so they have an understanding of areas of study and coursework.

This position also works in conjunction with the academic advising team to support students holistically and determine internships, careers, or professional development opportunities that may be a good fit for students. They will also work with the O’Brien Center for Career Development by assisting with their on-campus events as needed.

The Fellow does not need to have prior knowledge or experience with career advising, but simply a desire to gain hands-on experience in advising and take an active role in working with students."

Position Responsibilities

Provide individual and small group advising sessions on career exploration, major selection, and personal development.
Facilitate career assessments and use exploration tools to help students understand their values, interests, strengths and career options.
Assist students with resume and cover letter writing, networking, LinkedIn, internship and job searches, interview preparation, and other career-related needs.
Lead career workshops on topics such as resume writing, personal branding, networking and LinkedIn, internship/job search strategies, collaborating with faculty when needed.
Assist in tracking students’ experiential learning activities through an online platform.
Work closely with full-time advisors to support programming and outreach initiatives.
Track student engagement and provide targeted outreach to students.
Participate in departmental meetings, professional development workshops, and events as appropriate/as schedule allows.
Take initiative on self-directed projects based on personal interests and professional goals.
Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Position Requirements

Interest in student advising, career development, and relationship building.
Ability to adapt to change, problem-solve, and work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Excellent communication and public speaking skills; excellent organizational and time management skills.
Ability to lead by example and act as a mentor.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and remain non-judgmental when addressing student problems and concerns.
Flexibility and ability to multitask in a fast-paced and changing environment.

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The O’Brien Center for Career Development (OCCD) serves Merrimack students across all majors and years by helping all students develop professionally and identify a career path that is exciting, rewarding, inspiring — or all of the above. All individuals within the OCCD work closely with colleagues and faculty, in conjunction with employers and students in efforts to promote the professional development of all Merrimack students.

The Career Connections Fellow in the O’Brien Center for Career Development (OCCD) will act as a conduit between students and employer partners who seek to hire interns or full-time positions alongside full time staff. The Career Connections team is also responsible for implementing all career development events, fairs and engagement opportunities to meet student needs with our partners on the Employer Engagement team. The Fellow will work closely with the leadership of the O’Brien Center to support signature program and event initiatives.

Position Responsibilities

Collaborate with team on how to best market and promote OCCD services to the student body functioning in various learning environments that will promote internships and first-job opportunities for our students.
With direction from center staff, oversee strategic component of OCCD networking and panel events within set industry areas.
Support all career development events, fairs, and engagement activities including but not limited to: networking events, resume reviews & mock interviews with employers, internship and career fairs, site visits, and large signature events.
Foster relationships with campus partners, such as school-based advising centers, Employer Engagement, and affinity groups to spread awareness of OCCD and assist in professional development for the larger Merrimack community.
Understand the offerings and resources available from OCCD to promote to students, campus staff and faculty, employer partners, and guests to support incoming traffic.
Facilitate access to Handshake platform, serving as back up to Employer Relations team in approval processes and connecting employers to the fastest way to engage with students.
Support workshops and other career education opportunities as they arise throughout the year - an interest in presenting workshops is ideal.
Assist with managing the OCCD email and phone inboxes as needed.
Provide updates and suggestions to the OCCD leadership team to promote positive outcomes.
May have ability to supervise student staff depending on interest and staffing.

Position Requirements

Interest in working with all students at both the undergraduate and graduate level required.
Experience in event logistics and communicating with multiple audiences preferred.
Interest or experience in marketing to Gen Z is ideal.
Willingness to work some nights and weekends.

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Fellow will be responsible for a variety of efforts and initiatives designed to develop, deliver, track and evaluate professional and skills development training for students. The Fellow will also assist in managing the digital badging initiative, meeting with staff and faculty across campus to design and issue digital badges for non-credit bearing professional development and specific skills training. In collaboration with OCCD professional staff, the Fellow will be responsible for delivering and tracking post-graduate outcomes and success, analyzing and interpreting data for programs, events, center engagement, technology engagement and usage from a variety of sources to enable data-driven decision making.

Within this position, the Fellow will have the ability to present workshops on career development topics as designated by the professional staff and experience. Finally, the Fellow will support students, faculty and staff in using technology platforms currently in place and will help to evaluate and implement new technology platforms and initiatives.

Estimated percentage of work that involves in-person contact with students: 40-60%

Position Responsibilities

Collaborate with staff on building or revising career development curriculum and workshop offerings available to Merrimack students, staff, and faculty.
Lead workshops or provide occasional assistance to students with: resume and cover letter reviews, networking and LinkedIn, internship and co-op questions, interview preparation, job search strategies, and other career-related needs.
Export post-graduate, engagement, and activity data from multiple technology platforms in use in OCCD.
Complete data management procedures (import/export data across platforms, clean data, and code raw data). Maintain all center records, reports, and files for long-term storage and access.
Perform basic quantitative data analysis as directed for multiple projects. Proof all reports comparing input to output for complete accuracy of data. Produce summary reports with Excel, PowerPoint, and/or data visualization software as appropriate.
Support the digital badging initiative and meet with various stakeholders to develop badges and issue badges to participants.
Support the knowledge sharing and integration of technology products and systems used by the College and O’Brien Center.
Support career development initiatives provided by OCCD to students and faculty/staff: career closet, career champions, and any other initiatives.
Work cooperatively and collaboratively with various constituencies outside the OCCD to promote the academic/personal development of Merrimack students.
Ability for the fellow to self-direct special initiatives and programs based on individual interests and professional goals.

Position Requirements

Interest in career development.
Ability to adapt to change and problem-solve.
Comfortable connecting with individuals in leadership roles on campus.
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets and willingness to learn.
Comfortable presenting workshops and promoting events and programs to audiences up to 100 students.
Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to balance independent work with being a collaborative member of a busy team.
Flexibility, curiosity, creativity, and openness to new experience.

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The graduate fellow in the Office of Campus Fitness and Recreation will be primarily responsible for the oversight, administration, and management of the Club Sports program, which includes 22 programs and over 500 student-athletes. More specifically, the candidate will assist with budgeting, operations, student engagement, and marketing. The candidate will work collaboratively with athletic administrative staff to focus on retention efforts and improving the overall club sport experience through increased programming, improved organization and collaboration, and enhanced publicity. This position has responsibilities related to student leader and student staff development, risk management, financial oversight, travel and program development and assessment.

Position Responsibilities

Work with club sport captains and coaches to develop team and department policies on budgeting, operations, and travel.
Review and approve club sport apparel requests, working with the athletic communications staff to ensure licensing and compliance with College guidelines.
Assist with the management of the club sport budget; process payments for club sport organizations, with the assistance of the Manager of Athletic Administrative Services and advise club treasurers on financial policies and help facilitate purchases for club sport organizations as needed.
Inventory club sport equipment and uniforms.
Organize special events throughout the year to engage club sport members and promote club involvement such as participation in welcome week events, showcase or appreciation nights, and end of semester/year recognition events.
Assist with the development and facilitation of officer training sessions held at the beginning of each semester and as needed.
In collaboration with the athletic communications team, advance publicity efforts of all club sport programs by creating and regularly updating a club sport website, maintaining and promoting social media efforts, and publicizing student efforts and accolades throughout campus.
Assist with club sport recruiting efforts at Admission Open Houses and Accepted Student Days.
Serve as a mentor to club sport captains, providing guidance on budgeting, marketing, and leadership.
Maintain and update the club sport manual.
Meet with club officers and members as needed to discuss progress, issues/challenges, and disciplinary matters.
Monitor participation agreements/informed consents for all club sport participants; provide rosters to club officers and student staff for roster verifications.
Assist with the approval of all club sport travel; review Travel Requests and Itineraries, meet with club officers to discuss logistics when necessary, and assist with travel arrangements (e.g., hotel payments, rental vehicles, flights, etc.).
Ensure each club is compliant with college and club sports policies.
Ensure students and/or coaches' certifications are up-to-date in First Aid & CPR/AED if necessary.
Position involves working some evenings and weekends.

Position Requirements

Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.
Experience working with a recreational sports program, preferably in sport club and/or intramural administration.
Knowledge of best practices and standards in collegiate recreation.
Demonstrated experience in personnel management and ability to motivate student staff.

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The graduate fellow in the Office of Community Standards will gain knowledge in and assist with the facilitation of the student conduct system, including holding administrative hearings and acting as the chairperson for student conduct hearing boards.

The fellow will also work in collaboration with offices on campus on health and wellness initiatives and programs. Additionally, the graduate fellow may be called upon for administrative support of the Merrimack College CARE system.

Position Responsibilities

Participate in the review of weekly cases through the Advocate Discipline database
Conduct administrative hearings and participate on student conduct board
Facilitate student conduct board process
Review best practices in and assist in the development of creative sanctioning including Bystander Intervention Workshops
Assist in database management through student conduct checks
Manage police reports through the Advocate Discipline database
Conduct CARE outreach and manage student CARE files
Facilitate CHOICES/BASICS alcohol prevention program
Work to support wellness programming, covering topics such as substance use/abuse, mental health, sexual assault/relationship violence, general safety, and other topics, development and execution

Position Requirements

Quality organizational skills
Superior communication skills
Willingness to facilitate small group and one on one discussions
Ability to work autonomously and in small groups settings
Strong confidentiality skills
Proficiency in Microsoft products
Willingness to learn the Advocate, Qualtrics and 3rd Millennium data systems

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The graduate fellow in Freshman Admission will be responsible for assisting Undergraduate (Day) Freshman Admission staff members with all aspects of the recruitment and enrollment of prospective students. As an Admission Associate, the graduate fellow(s) will interact daily with prospective students and families, as well as current students, faculty and staff members across campus, and should thus be an energetic, customer-service oriented self-starter who is comfortable communicating to diverse audiences. The Admission Associate will also work collectively with the Admission Operation staff, Admission International Team, Admission Transfer Team and Admission Welcome Center Staff on various projects. The admission process is cyclical and fellows will have the opportunity to assist with all stages of the admission cycle, including recruitment travel, campus visits, application processing and evaluation, advising, special events, and yield efforts.

Position Responsibilities

Provide exceptional customer service, by establishing channels of communication with prospective students to introduce them to and inform them of Merrimack College; facilitate their relationship with the institution throughout the admission process – inquiry through enrolled students.
Counsel students and families throughout the application process by answering questions, as well as providing general support and advice.
Represent Merrimack in local territories by attending college fairs, individual visits to secondary schools, and other recruitment and yield events. (in-person & virtually)
Represent the Office of Admission at special events, such as Open Houses and Admitted Student Days.
Lead information sessions, conduct interviews, and engage in 1:1 meetings with students & families.
Assist with application evaluation and review.
Staff Mack, Merrimack’s text-bot, to support text based communication initiatives.
Respond to phone & email inquiries.
Other responsibilities as required.

Position Requirements

Strong public speaking skills
A customer-service oriented attitude
Exceptional time management skills and ability to balance multiple priorities
Some nights, weekends and holidays may be required; applicants must be willing to be flexible with their weekly schedule
Valid driver’s license required
Must be willing and able to travel locally (rental car or mileage reimbursement will be provided)
Minimum of introductory experience with Google Drive suite
Business professional attire required

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Graduate Admission Fellow will work with the Director of Graduate Admission to support recruitment efforts. They will work closely with the admissions team on day-to-day operations, including reaching out to prospective students, reporting and process enhancement, event planning, and supporting other important initiatives. The Graduate Admission Fellow will also have the opportunity to engage in additional projects as needed by the Office of Graduate Admission that are of interest to them. Estimated percentage of work that involves in-person contact with students: 30%

Position Responsibilities

Develop new outreach campaigns to prospective students and refine existing campaigns.
Plan and participate in recruiting events such as fairs, table time, open houses, and info sessions.
Support students as they enroll into graduate programs.
Meet regularly with the Associate Director, participate as a team member of the Office of Graduate Admission, attend staff meetings and special events, and contribute to team projects as needed.
Research successful college/university graduate programs to identify policies, practices, procedures, and new marketing initiatives; make recommendations based on best practices identified through research.
Assist with data tracking and document management.
Participate in program assessment, as needed.

Position Requirements

Excellent communication skills
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Strong technical skills
Interest in Marketing, Admissions, and working with graduate students
Professional demeanor
Flexible
Good sense of humor

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Graduate Resident Director (GRD) reports directly to the Area Coordinator (AC) in their assigned area. The GRD will co-supervise a Resident Advisor (RA) staff. In conjunction with their supervisor, they are responsible for the overall administration and daily operation of the assigned area. In addition, the successful candidate will be required to live in on-campus housing provided by the Office of Residence Life. Estimated percentage of work that involves in-person contact with students: 75%

GRDs are placed in a specific residential area on campus based on their skills and the needs of the department. On campus housing is provided to GRDs. The style of housing varies between residential areas, but all GRDs have a single bedroom to themselves and access to a private bathroom. GRDs are provided a full meal plan during the academic year while the dining hall is open.

This position would begin in July.

Position Responsibilities

Be available and visible to the residential population, and engage residents on a regular basis.
Supervise the RA staff in conjunction with the AC.
Serve as part of the on-call duty rotation; GRDs are considered emergency personnel during campus emergencies and are expected to be available to work outside regularly-scheduled hours during campus emergencies.
Conduct regular facilities walks and report maintenance issues.
Contribute to Residence Life processes including: opening, closings, RA Training, RA Selection, and Housing Selection.
Support students through interpersonal conflicts through mediations, room changes, and CARE.
Serve as part of a Residence Life Committee (such as RA Training, RA Selection, Professional Staff Selection, Housing Selection).
Lead critical RA training sessions based on experiences and interests.
Attend weekly professional and RA staff meetings and July professional staff training.
Develop, track, and assess RA programming as well as RA duty schedules.
Assist in the Office of Residence Life Programming.
Serve as an administrative hearing officer for cases of student conduct violations.
Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Availability to begin working in July
Strong organizational skills
Student-centered philosophy
Superior communication skills

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The office of Intercultural Initiatives (II) is seeking a Graduate Fellow to provide support, leadership and guidance regarding the promotion of diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts on campus. Working in the Office of Intercultural Initiatives and reporting to the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs & Unity House, the Intercultural Fellow will provide both administrative and programmatic support for multiple DEI student-focused initiatives using a variety of program management, project management, communication, data management, and organizational skills. The Unity house provides programming and peer support services to traditionally under-represented populations at Merrimack College which is focused on the further advancement of a school-wide culture that welcomes and celebrates all students. We are looking for a vibrant advocate for social justice who also wants to participate in the continued development of this division at Merrimack College. This position requires a state date one week prior to the official start date of the program.

Position Responsibilities

Commitment to principles and concepts of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and a willingness to continuously engage with education, training, and learning in all areas.
Has or is willing to undergo diversity training.
Weekend and evening hours required. Friday work is required.
Fellow will spend a majority of time at the Unity House with a designated office space.

Position Requirements

Maintains a collegial and professional manner when interacting with students, administration, and faculty.
Works well with other fellows and student workers, working with and supervising student workers.
Experience with event planning, preferably in a higher education setting.
Displays utmost discretion and remains nonjudgmental when addressing student problems and concerns.

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

With the continued expansion of our music program at Merrimack College, we are seeking applications for the role of Presidential Graduate Fellow for the Merrimack College Bands. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong musical performance abilities, foundational knowledge of music technology, theory, and marching band instruction, as well as experience in drill design. Leadership and interpersonal skills are essential, as the Fellow will play a key role in supporting the program’s growth. Additionally, the Graduate Fellow will occasionally assist in providing classroom support for academic music courses.

Position Responsibilities

Assigned as a teaching assistant for the possible following courses:

MUS 1350 - Athletic Bands
MUS 1351 - Jazz Ensemble
MUS 1354 - Concert Band
MUS 1355 - Chamber Music Ensembles

Conduct performances of the athletic bands as assigned by the directors
Attend and help lead our band camp, and participate in our leadership retreat
Maintain and facilitate the use of our music technology equipment
Help organize materials on our classroom learning platforms
Monitor students’ attendance
Maintain our list of resources to support students in rehearsal and performance
Conduct study sessions for students under faculty advisement
Help to develop outreach and community building for Music Majors/Minors
Help to organize social events in consultation with faculty and student leaders within the Visual and Performing Arts Department
Help advise and maintain social media outlets, and help gather and organize music news to share with the Visual and Performing Arts Department administrator
Help connect students with relevant music resources on campus and in the community

Position Requirements

Strong collaboration, organization, and communication skills
Willingness to learn detailed information about music technology as applied to our band program
Ability to work individually on various projects then report back to leadership
Ability to attend games on nights and weekends based on the band's schedule

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) supports and advances the College’s mission by providing leadership and expertise in grant administration and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. OSP administers all federal, state, for-profit, nonprofit, and private foundations for faculty-led proposal submissions and awards involving research, education, community service, or other sponsored activities. The graduate Fellow will work with the Senior Associate Vice President, Research Administration and Foundation Relations, Grant Fund Accountant, Director of Foundation Relations, and Senior Research Administrator, and Director of Research Protection and Compliance to fulfill their roles and responsibilities.

Position Responsibilities

Institutional Review Board (IRB)
Complete CITI IRB Board Training
Assist with preparation for IRB convened meetings.
Participate in convened meetings, assist with minutes.
Serve as a preliminary analyst for project proposals to assist with proposal routing.
Become familiar with and assist with the Cayuse Human Ethics Platform (Electronic IRB dashboard).
Assist with CITI training administrative duties.
Complete CITI training course reviews and provide proposals for new modules to be delivered at Merrimack College.
Create IRB training modules and provide in-person training presentations.
Become familiar with the REDCap platform, learn tasks associated with REDCap administrator role.
Assist REDCap Administrator with project development.
Create REDCap training modules and provide in-person training presentations.
Assist Director of Research Compliance in ensuring that the College is complying with all applicable regulations and policies regarding financial conflict of interest (FCOI), responsible conduct of research (RCR), and research misconduct.
Ensure protocols and approvals for regulatory compliance are kept current throughout the life of the project.
Create informational tools and training resources as it pertains to compliance requirements for specific agencies and organizations (National Institute of Health, Department of Health and Human Services).
Review and assist with drafting new research-related policies for Merrimack College.
Collaborate with OSP staff in order to assist with the submission of proposals, letters of intent, pre-proposals, and white papers on behalf of the College. Provide information as it pertains to human subject research and the IRB during this process.
Review and provide updates on current information regarding any changes to policies, practices, and regulations.
Assist in the development of training materials and participate in training events (with potential to lead their own training presentation).
Complete review and demo potential research-related software and applications.
Support faculty and staff with information needed during the entire grant lifecycle, beginning with funding opportunities through grant closeout.
Assist in updating the OSP Website.
Assist in the development of newsletters, reports, and OSP broadcast announcements.

Position Requirements

Previous experience with research and grants preferred but not required
Interested in pursuing a career in research administration, higher education, community engagement, or public administration and affairs
Hybrid format
Interest in research / research administration

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Clubs & Organizations Graduate Fellow is critical in supporting the activities of the Clubs & Organizations and Fraternity & Sorority Life at Merrimack College as well as the events and programs within the Office of Student Involvement. This position involves handling administrative tasks, event coordination, and supporting student organizations alongside the Clubs & Organizations Coordinator. They will assist with event management, recruitment, group dynamics, workshops, and training initiatives. This position will contribute to the success of leadership and programming initiatives within student organizations and recreational programs, and will support programs planned by the Office of Student Involvement.

Position Responsibilities

Assist the Coordinator of Clubs and Organizations with semesterly trainings, workshops and events to support Clubs and Organizations as well as Fraternity & Sorority Life.
Hold office hours each week for Club & Organization student leaders to discuss progress made on event planning, any upcoming events, and ideas for future events.
Assist in maintaining databases, rosters, and paperwork related to clubs and organizations.
Collaborate with the Coordinator of Student Clubs & Organizations in planning and executing the Fall and Spring Involvement Fairs.
Assist in managing the Clubs & Organizations and Fraternity & Sorority Life social media accounts.
Assist with budget and fundraising management keeping financial paperwork current and correct, including deposits, reimbursements, and budget requests.
Manage logistics for off-campus events: reserving transportation (school-owned vans or public transportation- school bus), contacting the venue to book a room or party event.
Provide onsite management and support for events which include some evenings and weekends.
Work all Office of Student Involvement large-scale events: Block Party, Macktoberfest, Pumpkin Palooza, Light and Hope, 100 Days, Spring Concert, and some events through our Weeks of Welcome and Spring Weekend.
Coordinate and facilitate programming efforts such as but not limited to Community Coffee, Trivia Nights, Lunch & Learns, and Scavenger Hunts.
Responsible for the co-coordination with other Office of Student Involvement Graduate Fellows the execution of the Cram Jam, and Easter Egg Hunt events.
Collaborate with other offices including but not limited to; Residence Life, International Student Support, Campus Ministry, Wellness Education, Community Standards, and more on programming efforts.
Update and maintain Office of Student Involvement Social Media channels and departmental email accounts.
Participate as a member of the Student Affairs division in campus wide events such as commencement, orientation, move-in, and other campus-wide events throughout the year.
Complete day-to-day office and event-related tasks and special projects as assigned.
Support multicultural initiatives within the Office and in collaboration with Intercultural Initiatives.
Other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Experience leading or creating student programs on a college campus
Enthusiasm for working in a diverse, team-centered, high-paced, student-focused, event-centric, and friendly fun office environment.
Willingness to leave the campus better than you found it.
Understanding of and attention to high-quality customer service skills.
Ability to professionally handle a variety of situations simultaneously in a busy office setting.
Motivation to increase and share in the community building at Merrimack College.
Strong customer-service, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to positively represent the Office of Student Involvement and the College

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Graduate Fellow for Programming and Events will be primarily responsible for late night and weekend programming initiatives, providing a balance of activities for all students through OSI initiatives and student organizations. The fellow is also responsible for some of the large-scale programming executed by the Office of Student Involvement alongside the office staff. The fellow will contribute to the success of leadership and programing initiatives within student organizations and recreational programs and will support programs planned by the Office of Student

Position Responsibilities

Create and implement a full and diverse calendar of late night and weekend programming initiatives from OSI for all students. Staff and support events as needed.
Collaborate with the Coordinator for Programs & Events in the hiring, training and supervision of the Student Event Assistants.
Collaborate with the Coordinator of Programming & Events on the development of programming for the on-campus bar (Augie's Pub). Staff and support as necessary.
Organize the annual National Association for Campus Activities (NACA) Northeast Conference trip.
Plan and execute the Office of Student Involvement major events including Cram Jam, Block Party, LEAD Awards, Light & Hope, Involvement Fair, Orientation and Welcome Week(s), and Spring Concert.
Advise student leaders (Clubs & Organizations, FSL, Student Employees, Residential Assistants, Unity House Assistants etc…) in programming, event operations, marketing and social media, group dynamics, goal setting and leadership development.
Coordinate and facilitate programming efforts such as but not limited to Community Coffee, Trivia Nights, Lunch & Learns, and Scavenger Hunts.
Collaborate with other offices including but not limited to; Residence Life, International Student Support, Campus Ministry, Wellness Education, Community Standards, and more on programming efforts.
Assist the Coordinator of Clubs and Organizations with semesterly trainings, workshops and events to support Clubs and Organizations.
Responsible for the co-coordination with other OSI Graduate Fellows the execution of the Cram Jam, Merrimack Royalty, and Easter Egg Hunt events.
Support multicultural initiatives within the Office and in collaboration with Intercultural Initiatives.
Update and maintain Office of Student Involvement Social Media channels and departmental email accounts.
Assist with the planning and execution of signature and traditional programs out of OSI such as Week of Welcome, Block Party, Macktober Fest, Pumpkin Palooza, Light & Hope, Spring Concert, and Spring Weekend.
Assist with other offices including but not limited to: Residence Life, International Student Support, Campus Ministry, Wellness Education and more on programming efforts.
Provide onsite management and support for events which include some evenings and weekends.
Participate as a member of the Student Affairs division in campus wide events such as commencement, orientation, move-in, and other campus-wide events throughout the year.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Experience leading or creating student programs on a college campus.
Enthusiasm for working in a diverse, team-centered, high-paced, student-focused, event-centric, and friendly fun office environment.
Willingness to leave the campus better than you found it.
Understanding of and attention to high-quality customer service skills.
Ability to professionally handle a variety of situations simultaneously in a busy office setting.
Motivation to increase and share in the community building at Merrimack College.
Strong customer-service, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to positively represent the Office of Student Involvement and the College.

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Graduate Fellow for Operations and Logistics in the Campus Services Department will be primarily responsible for managing our internal logistics schedule to coordinate daily operations, and event support. This detail-oriented person will also assist with developing recommendations to improve the student employment and event operations experience based on analytics. The fellow will contribute to the success of leadership and programming initiatives within student organizations and recreational programs, and will support programs planned by campus partners, and external groups alike.

Position Responsibilities

Assist with our campus event management by using the EMS software platform with regular use of the system, and creating a dynamic schedule and plan to support event activity.
Coordinate setup diagrams to accompany EMS details to facilitate room setup.
Liaise with other departments to assist in the logistical planning of campus events.
Advocate for changes, and improvements to operations efforts based on both qualitative and quantitative data points.
Collaborate with the Associate Director and Assistant Director with hiring, training and supervision of the Building Manager staff.
Help with the planning and execution of signature and traditional programs sponsored by the colleges such as Week of Welcome, Block Party, Macktober Fest, Pumpkin Palooza, Light & Hope, Spring Concert, and Spring Weekend, Open Houses, Admitted Students Days, Commencement and more.
Advise and assist students in programming, event operations, marketing and social media, group dynamics, goal setting and leadership development.
Assist with the development of policies, procedures, and how-to guides to document and retain knowledge bases.
Collaborate with other offices including but not limited to: Residence Life, International Student Support, Campus Ministry, Wellness Education, Community Standards, and more on programming efforts.
Support multicultural initiatives within the Office and in collaboration with Intercultural Initiatives.
Update and maintain Campus Services Involvement Social Media channels and departmental email accounts.
Assist with other offices including but not limited to: Residence Life, International Student Support, Campus Ministry, Wellness Education and more on programming efforts.
Provide onsite management and support for events which include some evenings and weekends.
Assist the Building Manager staff with troubleshooting challenges encountered at the time of room setup or event start.
Participate as a member of the Student Affairs division in campus wide events such as commencement, orientation, move-in, and other campus-wide events throughout the year.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

Experience planning or executing events on a college campus.
Enthusiasm for working in a diverse, team-centered, high paced, student-focused, event-centric, and friendly fun office environment.
Willingness to leave the campus better than you found it.
Understanding of and attention to high quality customer service skills.
Ability to professionally handle a variety of situations simultaneously in a busy office setting.
Motivation to increase and share in the community building at Merrimack College.
Strong customer-service, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Ability to positively represent the Campus Services Department and the College.

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Statistics and Research Methods Teaching Assistant Fellow will work closely with the faculty teaching the required Research Methods (CRM4000W) and Statistics (CRM4500) courses to support both the faculty and students. The Fellow will attend statistics lab classes to provide students with 1-on-1 help in learning calculations and statistical software. The Fellow will also be available in office hours as a resource to students in these classes and to provide review sessions. The Fellow will also assist in grading student assignments.

Position Responsibilities

The teaching assistant will provide support to students in CRM4000W Research Methods and CRM4500 Statistics. The fellow’s time will be evenly split between each class. Their weekly duties will include the following.

CRM4500 Statistics:

Attending class on lab days to help students 1-on-1 to learn calculations and statistical software

Holding open office hours for students seeking extra help

Holding group review sessions prior to the midterm and final exams

Grading objective questions on lab assignments, under guidance from faculty

CRM 4000W Research Methods:

Working 1-on-1 with students on individual research proposal writing assignments by appointment or open office hours.

Holding group review sessions on an as-needed basis

Assisting students with writing clarity and quality

Reaching out to students regarding any unsubmitted or incomplete work

Position Requirements

Ability to work in-person 15 hours per week on the Merrimack campus
Excellent computer, organizational, and communication skills, and experience using Google Apps and SPSS
Grade of B or better in undergraduate social science statistics and research methods courses
Ability to work independently and follow through on assigned tasks

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

An opportunity to become familiar with the changing field of study abroad at global education by helping to expand and promote Global Merrimack, the college’s signature program. Fellows will contribute to developing new study-abroad opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. They will engage in outreach and promotion of programs and advise and support students before, during, and after returning from studying abroad. Additionally, fellows will help support international students by developing social activities to foster a sense of belonging. Fellows will join a skilled and welcoming team and be mentored by a seasoned higher education leader.

Position Responsibilities

Interview and advise students interested in studying abroad.
Promote programs across campus, including through class presentations.
Attend and help facilitate information sessions for interested students.
Help organize the annual Global Merrimack Educational Fair, International Week, and other signature events.
Develop promotional materials.
Develop and support social programs for international students.
Maintain social media accounts for the office.
Other tasks tailored to the interests and skills of the fellows.

Position Requirements

Extensive travel experience.
Interest in and/or experience with study abroad.
Cross-cultural competence.
Deep understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion issues.
Strong communication skills.
Ability to multi-task.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility and openness.
Ability to give and receive feedback.

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

Graduate Assistants on the track team will work in the office helping with recruiting and other administration and will also come to practice and meets to help train the athletes.

Position Responsibilities

Responsible for practice preparation and setup of game day field
Assist with team administration tasks
Attend practice to help with the training of our athletes
Utilizes ARMS software system
Maintains a professional relationship with student-athletes, colleagues, and administrators
Willingness to accept other duties for the program as assigned

Position Requirements

Experience with Track and/or Field

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Transfer Admission Associate will work closely with the Assistant Director of Admission to help prospective students with their application, admission and enrollment at Merrimack College. This role will provide you with experience working with prospective students and families, traveling to local Community Colleges, conducting information sessions, co-managing overall communication with our prospective transfer students, management of the transfer credit system and more!

Position Responsibilities

Travel to local Community Colleges for Transfer Fairs and Table Visits
Create and complete Transfer Credit Evaluations (includes making updates as they come in)
Manage the Transfer Inbox Email
Conduct Information Sessions for Prospective Families and Students
Conduct Interviews for Prospective Students
Attend/Assist in Large Admission Events (Academic Preview Days, Open House, Admitted Student Days)
Review Applications (Calculate and Evaluate)
Conduct Transfer Talk Meetings with Prospective Transfer Students and Families
Conduct Phone-A-Thon Campaigns
Step-in to assist in any Admission related needs

Position Requirements

Valid Driver's License
Car for Travel
Interest in working with Transfer & BDC students
Willingness to work weekends and holidays

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Tutoring Coordinator & Success Coach will develop skills that are transferable across student affairs and academic affairs while supporting operations in the Writing Center, Tutoring & Math Center.

The coordinator-coach will manage a small caseload of academically at-risk students, where the challenges they face are not limited to tutoring and study skills. In addition, the coordinator-coach will assist in day-to-day operations of the Student Success and Writing, Tutoring & Math Center offices and programs. This includes, but is not limited to, introducing students to and helping them become comfortable in tutoring spaces, scheduling and planning events, training tutors, partnering with student leadership bodies, and promoting services and programs. Coordinators will also tutor in one or more of three areas: writing, math, or, most likely, as a study partner in their undergraduate area of expertise.

Depending on interests, the coordinator may have an opportunity to administer a new program of her or his own design, or to enhance and run pre-existing programs. Regular collaboration with other Student Success offices (Academic Progress, Compass, First Year Experience, etc.) is expected and encouraged.

Fellows may have a small caseload of transitioning first year students to coach throughout the year. Duties include providing outreach and support to students, attending professional development training, and tracking student engagement in the Merrimack Connect database."

Position Responsibilities

Manage a small caseload of freshman / at-risk advisees
Assist in day-to-day operations, possibly including directing operations one evening per week (SMTW or R 4-9pm)
Assist in the design, implementation, and possible revision of programs
Support preparation and execution of Writing Center Council or Peer Tutor Cabinet-led staff meetings
Mentor tutors in any program area, implementing and advocating for strategies for personal growth and development, interpersonal communication, lifelong learning, and other concepts as appropriate
Participate in Graduate Fellow training and development, as well as required Student Success team meetings
Represent Student Success at promotional, informational, and educational functions as needed
Perform other responsibilities as needed

Position Requirements

Passion for lifelong learning
Desire to learn about and support program growth and an interest in developing a community/learning culture
Interest in and support for diversity, broadly and progressively defined
Strong written, interpersonal communication, and collaborative skills
Good executive function (time management, organizational) skills
Tutoring experience helpful but not required
Ability to learn and manage software (Microsoft Office, Google Suite, website management) and social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
Available one evening per week (Sunday through Thursday, 4-9pm)

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The graduate fellow in the Admission - Welcome Center will be responsible for assisting Admission staff members with all aspects of the effective recruitment of prospective students. As a Visitor Services Admission Associate, the graduate fellow will interact daily with prospective students and families, as well as current students, faculty and staff members across campus. The fellow should be an energetic, customer-service oriented self-starter who is comfortable communicating to diverse audiences. The Visitor Services Admission Associate will also work closely with the Coordinator of Visitor Services to assist in the day to day operations of the Admission – Welcome Center, which is housed within the Arcidi Center.

The admission process is cyclical and fellows will have the opportunity to assist with all stages of the admission cycle, including recruitment travel, campus visits, application processing and evaluation, special events, and yield efforts.

Estimated percentage of work that involves in-person contact with students: 95%

Position Responsibilities

Giving information sessions about Merrimack and the admission process to groups of all sizes.
Conducting prospective student interviews.
Meeting one-on-one with students and families.
Greeting guests entering the Arcidi Center (prospective students and families, campus/community members, etc.).
Maintaining the Welcome Center facilities that visitors interact with on a daily basis.
Responding to phone or email inquiries.
Coordinating and scheduling group visits to campus for outside organizations or area high schools.
Assisting the Coordinator of Visitor Services with the day-to-day operations of the Welcome Center facility.
Contacting high school guidance offices or counselors with follow-up questions from an application or for other kinds of information.
Assisting with special event planning, preparation, and execution of large-scale Admission events.
Assisting with campus tours as necessary.
Assisting with college fair coverage as necessary.
Occasional data entry into Slate.
Representing the Office of Admission at special events, such as Open Houses and Admitted Student Days.

Position Requirements

Some nights, weekends, and holidays may be required.
Applicants should be willing to be flexible with their weekly schedule.
Must be willing to travel locally (transportation and/or mileage will be provided).
Professional dress required.

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Department of Visual and Performing Arts is growing. In the past 6 years, there has been growth in all our programs, as well as some new combined majors and minors. A Graduate Fellow will be instrumental in helping VPA realize more of their educational initiatives, promote events, work with undergraduate students, and possibly be a TA if needed. Below are some tasks that we foresee the grad fellow being involved with:
Teaching Assistants:

Visual Arts, Music History, Theatre History courses

Larger enrolled courses in music, theatre or graphic design

Possible Tasks:

Develop a list of resources to support various courses

Help organize materials on Canvas and maintain/update the platform in consultation with faculty

Monitor students’ attendance and follow up with students who missed class to ensure that they don’t fall behind

Prepare a lesson plan on a relevant topic and present to the class

Conduct study sessions for students under faculty advisement

Sit in on office hours to gain valuable experience on advising

Departmental Support:

Develop outreach and community building for Majors/Minors and Student Groups

Develop and help maintain social media outlet

Help connect students with relevant resources on campus and in the community

Establish a department-wide list of past internships and career opportunities in consultation with the Administrative Assistant and the O’Brien Center

Help with the Alumni list that is being created

Help gather news and of the departments for PR purposes (profiles of majors, faculty, alumni, etc) for the VPA news feed

Help with the marching band in a variety of ways if needed

Position Responsibilities

Develop outreach and community building for Majors/Minors and Student Groups
Develop and help maintain social media outlet
Help connect students with relevant resources on campus and in the community
Establish a department-wide list of past internships and career opportunities
Help with the Alumni list that is being created
Help gather news of the departments for PR purposes
Help with the marching band in a variety of ways
Help with undergraduate communication via TA or advising or other

Position Requirements

Strong writing, collaboration, organizational skills
Willingness to learn promotional software such as Canva and posting to social media
Ability to work individually on various projects then report back to working group

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Warrior One Stop provides fellows with multi-faceted experiences to support our students with navigating resources throughout the campus. The Warrior One Stop is the ONE location where all students come to find answers and we are looking for fellows that intrinsically want to help students succeed!

Our primary focus is working with students around financing their education, billing, registration, transcripts, student ID's, parking & transportation, along with student employment opportunities. A Graduate fellow is provided the tools and systems to work with students one on one, with departments across campus, and experience the daily operations of a dynamic, service oriented office!

Position Responsibilities

Manage the front desk traffic (in person, emails & phone calls).
Help with the student refund process.
Help with the student employment process (posting student jobs, accepting intents to hire & the I9 process).
Help with Mack card production.

Position Requirements

Attention to detail
Ability to work in groups & independently
Ability to adapt to change

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Graduate Assistant Coach is responsible for assisting with all phases of an NCAA Division I program including recruiting, retention, player training and development and other duties as assigned by the Head Coach.

Position Responsibilities

Assists in identifying and recruiting prospective student-athletes.
Responsible for practice preparation and setup of game day field.
Assists with the organization of team meals.
Utilizes ARMS software system.
Attends regularly scheduled department meetings.
Responsible for the care and maintenance of sport equipment.
Maintains a professional relationship with student-athletes, colleagues, and administrators.
Willingness to accept other duties for the program as assigned.

Position Requirements

Applicants must be able to work an untraditional work schedule (i.e. frequent nights and weekends).
Able to lift and move athletic equipment.
Able to travel with team, by vehicle or plane.
Previous college playing experience.
Committed to and an articulate supporter of the college's mission and identity.

Criminology and Criminal Justice Fellowship Process

How To Apply

Click the “Apply Now” button below or go to gps.merrimack.edu/apply to begin or resume your graduate application.
Within your app, select “Yes” for “Are you applying to a fellowship?”
Submit your application. Be sure to complete the required Fellowship essay.
Receive your admission decision. If admitted to the master’s program, you’ll receive further instructions about the fellowship process.

Important Information for the Criminology and Criminal Justice Graduate Fellowships

We are accepting applications on a rolling basis!

Priority Fellowship Application Deadline: February 1, 2025
Initial Rankings Form Available: February 5, 2025
Initial Rankings Deadline: February 14, 2025
Fellowship Interviews: March 3-6, 2025
Post-Interview Rankings Deadline: March 7, 2025
Match Decisions: Late March 2025
First Day of Fellowship Training: August 2025
Duration of Fellowship Placement: August 2025 to late May 2026

We strongly encourage you to apply as soon as possible for your best chance at a preferred placement. Applications will be accepted until all fellowship positions have been filled.

The process is as follows:

Submit your online application. Be sure to indicate your fellowship interest within your application.
Submit your initial ranking form. Students who are accepted for admission and invited to interview for a fellowship will be eligible to review and rank their preferred positions. If you are invited, your invitation will include a deadline for submitting your selections. Please note: we do not guarantee that you will be invited to interview for your top selections.
Complete your site interviews. Speak directly with site representatives to learn more about the position and responsibilities.
Submit your post-interview rankings. After the interviews, both students and sites must complete and submit their post-interview ranking forms, ranking their preferences for final placement.
Receive your match notification. Match letters will be sent to all students and supervisors.

Please note:

Participation in the fellowship placement process does not guarantee a fellowship. Sites will independently decide which candidates to invite for interviews. Please note that interviews are not guaranteed with your selected sites.
Deposits are due five business days after matches are sent to students.
If you are granted a fellowship, you will not be eligible for any other discounts or scholarships.
If you are admitted into the traditional program but not offered a fellowship, you will automatically be considered for a Dean scholarship.
If you are originally awarded a scholarship and then are given a fellowship placement, you will no longer receive the merit scholarship. The fellowship will replace any other discounts.

Questions? All interested students should email Sarah Perry in Graduate Admissions for further information.

Dean and Alumni Scholarships

Dean and Alumni Scholarships are available to students who are not receiving a fellowship. No additional application is needed.