School Counseling Fellowships

Graduate fellowships for the school counseling program help defray tuition costs while building and enhancing your professional skills.

Fellowship Types

The School of Education and Social Policy offers a wide range of internal (on-campus) graduate fellowship opportunities 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.

*Please note that for two-year programs, the fellowship award applies to one year (up to 36 credits) only.

2025-2026 School Counseling Fellowship Opportunities

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Accessibility Services Graduate Fellow will work closely with Accessibility Services staff, the Academic Success Center staff, and the college community. Over the course of a year-long experience, the Accessibility Services Graduate Fellow will gain an understanding of college disability services and be involved in the process of accommodations from the initial stage of “Requesting for Services"" through ongoing student support. The Accessibility Services Graduate Fellow will collaborate on projects that are of interest to the Graduate Fellow and that benefit the Office.

Over the year, the Accessibility Services Graduate Fellowrwill be responsible for learning the process for outreach to students, faculty and staff on behalf of the general office workflow and our Testing Center as well as maintaining a caseload of students as an Academic Success Coach. Throughout the year, the Fellow will gain a basic understanding of the FERPA and ADA laws that govern college-level accommodations and communication with students and families. The Fellow will begin to have a deeper understanding and working knowledge of the ADA and other legislation to interpret how accommodations are translated into the college environment. Should there be any special career interests for the Fellow, there will be opportunities to work with the supervisor on exploring these goals, such as gaining supervisory experience, specialized groups/programs, and/or participation in other accommodation areas/trainings/presentations.

Position Responsibilities

Front desk coverage to support with drop-in questions from students and faculty and to assist with the Testing Center.
Advise/coach students who are registered with the Accessibility Services Office.
Maintain the Testing Center process including: working with students and faculty, and maintaining tracking.
Responsible for the office email triage process and email responses.
Administrative tasks that include updating and maintaining the Accessibility Services student roster and student follow-up/outreach (including student newsletter).
Collaborate with the staff on projects that are of interest to the Graduate Fellow, including co-facilitating workshops, developing student groups, or other retention initiatives.
Collaborate with the staff with formatting alternate texts, training students on the use of assistive technology, and hiring peer notetakers.
Attend meetings with the team of Accessibility Services staff.
Participate in Open Houses, Accepted Student Days, and Orientation events.

Position Requirements

Interest in the field of services for college students with disabilities.
Genuine interest in the field of college access, specifically with disability services.
Excellent computer, organizational, and communication skills.
Willingness to learn and adjust to a fast-paced work environment with the ability to flexibly shift priorities.
Ability to follow established rules of confidentiality.
Ability to work independently and also collaborate with other members of the office.

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Activate Program is a voluntary program for students who self-identify as neurodiverse (i.e., who identify as having Autism, Asperger’s, Social Communication, or possess characteristics that align with the autism spectrum). It provides opportunities for neurodiverse students to connect with each other through social events, receive coaching support from dedicated staff and mentors, and participate in professional development and career readiness programming. The Mentors, Activate upper-class students, are hired to work for the program and trained to provide supplemental coaching and other support in the transition of the first year Activate students to the college environment.

This Advisor will play a key role in outreach efforts to prospective and presently participating Activate students while assuming many responsibilities in the planning and implementation of meetings and professional development programming of Activate Mentors. This individual will be responsible for managing a caseload of Activate Students and providing academic success coaching to those students. As the position is housed within the Accessibility Services Office (ASO), the Activate Program Graduate Office Advisor and Academic Success Coach will gain a concrete understanding of numerous aspects of disability services, ranging from documentation review and determination of reasonable accommodations and ongoing student support, to learning about FERPA, the ADA, and other related laws that governs college-level accommodations.

Position Responsibilities

Coach first-year and sophomore students participating in the Activate Program on issues such as social skills, time management, and organization.
Coordinate numerous responsibilities of Activate Mentors including, but not limited to: maintain the Activate Mentor Google Calendar for weekly meetings, events, and program requirements; develop mentorship skills and program preparation; design learning activities; and maintain attendance tracking.
Assist with managing the Activate Program delegated email and social media pages, including communication concerning weekly social events and programming opportunities.
Update and maintain the Activate student roster and track student engagement in Accommodate, help with student assistive technology needs, and student follow-up/outreach.
Collaborate with the ASO staff on projects that are of interest to the Activate Program Graduate Office Advisor, including co-facilitating workshops, developing student support, or other initiatives.
Attend meetings with supervisor and ASO team, as well as professional development trainings.
Participate in Open Houses, Accepted Student Days, and Orientation events.

Position Requirements

Genuine interest in working with neurodiverse students who identify as autistic, Asperger’s or something related.
Genuine interest in the field of college access, specifically with disability services.
Excellent computer, organizational and communication skills.
Willingness to learn and adjust to a fast-paced work environment with the ability to flexibly shift priorities.
Ability to follow established rules of confidentiality.
Ability to work independently and also collaborate with other members of the office.

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

Our research lab is currently conducting a study evaluating risk-taking behavior in preschool-aged children (2 to 5 years of age). There are two separate arms to this study. In the first arm of this study, our research team is visiting local preschool-classrooms to collect objective measures of risk-taking behavior from children while they are in school. The children's legal caregivers and primary classroom teachers are also asked to complete questionnaire-based assessments of each child's behavior. In the second arm of this study, children (accompanied by their caregiver) are invited to our lab on-campus to complete the same objective measures of risk-taking behavior while the child wears EEG to record brain activity. The caregiver is also asked to complete the same questionnaire-based assessments of the child's behavior.

Research fellow will be involved in all aspects of the research process including IRB management, participant recruitment and scheduling, data collection, entry, and analysis, and dissemination of research findings in written and oral formats. Unique training opportunities offered through this fellowship include (i) prospects of collecting data in local schools to facilitate experiential, community-based learning and scientific outreach, (ii) training in the application and analysis of EEG, and (iii) opportunities for independent projects stemming from a growing dataset.

Position Responsibilities

Lab meeting organization (maintaining a schedule and agenda, note-taking)
Participant recruitment (scheduling varies; requires calling/emailing local preschools, scheduling meetings, advertising in-lab studies on social media platforms)
Material preparation (scheduling is flexible; requires that hard copies of materials be printed, labeled, and organized into folders)
Data collection (scheduling varies but primarily occurs during the preschool school day and occasionally over the weekend; in-person in local preschool classrooms or in our research lab on campus)
Data entry (scheduling is flexible, although data cannot leave research lab on campus)
Data analysis (scheduling is flexible pending students' comfort using statistical software independently)
Writing contributions such as literature reviews, proofreading, formatting (scheduling is flexible although due dates will be set to meet deadlines)

Position Requirements

The applicant should have (i) experience and interest in working with preschool-aged children (2-5 years of age), (ii) availability to work consistent hours during the week (primarily school hours) and occasional hours over the weekend, and (iii) passion for working in a team-based setting with undergraduate students. A reliable car and a clean driving/criminal record are preferred by not required.

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Coordinator will support the program in a number of ways including providing academic support to students, and collaborating with staff at the high schools and faculty and staff across Merrimack to ensure clear and consistent communication and problem-solving. This could be particularly appealing to someone that would embrace the role of mentor to a population of students typically underserved by higher education. The ideal candidate will be interested in student support, event planning, workshop building, and have strong organizational skills.

Position Responsibilities

Maintain reports and data tracking of student enrollments, FERPA forms, book contracts and academic progress
Meet regularly with students who may be struggling with their coursework and offer coaching, study skills, and time management support
Assist in planning and delivery of college transition support workshops
Meet regularly with supervisor and attend steering committee meetings
Maintain a team attitude, and complete any duties and tasks as assigned
Normal hours of operation are Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm. Fellowship hours are flexible within normal business hours

Position Requirements

Interest in supporting underserved students with a high-quality, free college education
Experience with and/or desire to help high school students prepare for success in higher education (e.g. Upward Bound, GEAR UP)
Excellent communication and public speaking skills; excellent organizational and time management skills
The ability to lead by example and act as a mentor
Ability to maintain confidentiality and remain non-judgmental when addressing student problems and concerns
Spanish fluency is a plus
Possible evening/weekend/early morning hours to accommodate meetings and/or events

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Enrollment Service Concierge Fellow will be involved with all aspects of Mack, the College’s chatbot-driven text-messaging platform. The Enrollment Service Concierge will work directly with the AVP for Program Development and Retention and partner with staff from a variety of Enrollment and Retention student services offices such as Undergraduate Admission, Academic Success Center, Registrar’s Office, Financial Aid and Student Affairs.

Through artificial intelligence, machine learning, and real-time one-to-one support, Mack connects prospective and current undergraduate students, their families and the Merrimack community with information in order to be successful here. We utilize Mack for communication and customer service, toward continued efforts to meet students where they are and provide concierge support.

The Enrollment Services Concierge should have strong writing skills, as a significant portion of their work will be the ongoing oversight of Mack’s Knowledge Base and 1300+ Understandings/answers. The Concierge will also write interactive text campaigns and work with databases to assure text campaigns are friendly, personalized and drive enrollment and retention. There are many opportunities to practice goal setting and assessment, and any background that the Concierge brings with them will be utilized.

This position is an introduction to admissions work too, as graduate fellows will spend 1 day/week in the Welcome Center greeting visitors, presenting 20-minute information sessions, interviewing prospective students, and assisting with events.

The Enrollment Service Concierge position is 75% virtual and 25% in-person. There are unlimited opportunities for gaining a wealth of knowledge about the College as well as collaborating with campus partners. The Concierge does not need previous knowledge about admissions or Merrimack or any technology experience, but should be eager to quickly learn and proficiently utilize web-based tools.

Position Responsibilities

Monitor Mack conversations and provide assistance, information and motivation via text.
Provide exceptional customer service through information and facilitating relationships with the institution throughout the admission process – inquiry through matriculation.
Add and edit AI understandings/answers and prepare text campaigns.
Front desk administrative responsibilities including greeting visitors, distributing materials and answering questions.
Present 1-2 information sessions each week and interview prospective college students.
Other responsibilities as required.

Position Requirements

Administrative and customer service experience, preferably in a higher education and/or other service-oriented setting.
Self-starter with excellent organizational skills.
Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.
Public speaking.

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The graduate fellow for Orientation and New Student Programs will assist with the coordination, execution and oversight of our Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer Orientation programs as well as our student leader selection processes. They will also assist with overall matriculation and retention initiatives for undergraduate students.

Please note that the Orientation Fellow begins their position early (August 1).

Position Responsibilities

Coordinate the selection and hiring of Orientation coordinators, leaders, and team staff for 2024
Plan and facilitate trainings for Orientation coordinators and leaders
Plan and assist in the facilitation of Orientation programs in August, January, and June
Lead weekly Orientation Coordinator meetings. Assist in the supervision of 5-6 Orientation Coordinators and 60 Orientation Leaders
Assist in the facilitation and data review of orientation assessments
Create, edit, and oversee printing of relevant departmental documents including orientation schedules, flyers, student planners, calendars, and posters specific to New Student Orientation
Assist in implementing incoming student matriculation initiatives
Develop, create, and lead first-year initiatives that connect students to Merrimack and beyond, actively seeking campus partnerships and responding to the needs and concerns of first-year students. This can include weekly programming opportunities, highlighting different involvement opportunities for students, and small group opportunities
Coordinate and implement the First Year Transition Blackboard site to provide resources for new students and opportunities to connect
Coordinate and execute select student retention initiatives including but not limited to: Dishes with the Dean lunches, 1:1 meetings with students struggling to find their fit on campus, and other programs as needed
Participate in College activities outside the usual M-F 8:30-4:30 p.m. workday

Position Requirements

Strong organizational skills
Superior communication skills (both oral and written)
Proficiency in Microsoft and Google platforms
Ability to multitask in a high energy office dynamic
Experience in programming and event planning
Proficiency in social media

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

This fellowship provides students with the opportunity to gain experience in research and in teaching in higher education. The Intergenerational Learning Lab at Merrimack College focuses on bringing together groups across generations (e.g., preschoolers and older adults) through evidence-based programming. Graduate fellows will have an integral role in recruiting participants, gathering data and supporting programming. Additionally, graduate fellows will spend some of their time supporting first-year students through a year-long course on Lifespan Development.

Position Responsibilities

Recruit participants for research studies.
Manage schedule for testing.
Visit testing sites and collect data.
Occasional data entry into Excel.
Participate in programming at local libraries.
Provide research assistance which might include identifying relevant research and developing literature reviews for chapters and articles.
Preferred hours are M-F 9-2.

Position Requirements

Interest in working with individuals across the lifespan.

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Promoting Positive Mind-Body Health (PPM-BH) Project Coordinator will work alongside faculty members from Merrimack College and Rivier University to support the ongoing development and implementation of this project. PPM-BH is grounded in positive youth development and utilizes a prevention-enhancement approach to help adolescents develop a new mindset about their health and strategies for promoting positive mind-body health. The Project Coordinator will fulfill the following roles and responsibilities: (1) regular collaboration with principal investigators/project developers; (2) regular contact and coordination with project schools and community agencies; (3) support in the delivery and implementation of the project curriculum in schools and community agencies; (4) collection and analysis of project outcome data; and (5) involvement in the preparation of presentations and manuscripts for publication related to project outcome data.

Position Responsibilities

Attend weekly meetings with principal investigators/project developers
Support the preparation of materials to obtain grant funding and/or funding from community investors.
Maintain regular contact via phone and email with project schools and community agencies
Organize and schedule the delivery of the project curriculum in schools and community agencies
Support the delivery of the project curriculum in schools and community agencies
Organize and schedule data collection in project schools and community agencies
Support the conduct of data collection and analysis using SPSS, including the selection and administration of outcome measures.
Help to develop the project data set in SPSS and support analysis of project outcome data.
Conduct and write literature reviews related to the intersections of positive youth development, positive psychology interventions, and the mind-body connection.
Collaborate with principal investigators/project developers in the development of professional presentations and manuscripts for publication based on project outcome data.

Position Requirements

Interest in working with adolescents around the development of positive mind-body health
Interest in learning about research and program evaluation
Flexible with weekly schedule
Some experience working with children and adolescents is preferred

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Graduate fellow in the Stevens Service Learning Center works with the staff on all aspects of the service learning program. The student will experience life in an office with much student traffic and will interact with students, faculty, administrators and community partners. The fellow will be responsible for placing service learning students into placement sites, helping to develop relationships with community partners and faculty instructors, and evaluating service learning students at the end of each semester. This position offers a variety of opportunities for a graduate student who is interested in academic/student life/community partnerships and other forms of civic & community engagement activities. These opportunities will be tailored to the needs of the student’s program.

Position Responsibilities

Help to coordinate the service learning placements for specific courses:

Place students in their site
Implement an orientation program for service learning students
Develop relationships with community site coordinators
Monitor student progress at their service locations
Assist as needed with the Austin Scholars Program and/or Lawrence Math & Science Partnership
Engage students with reflection and assessment
Meet with students on a 1-1 basis as needed
Create and facilitate reflection workshops that align with students’ coursework and service experiences
Opportunities to create other programs based on goals of fellow

Engage community partners in the service learning program at Merrimack College

Communicate regularly with partners
Create a partnership handbook
Organize an end of year recognition event for community partners and students
Assist in evaluation and assessment of partnerships
Create new partnerships (if interested)

General Office Duties:

Assist in other office projects (for example – McKniff Ceremony, Mack Gives Back, Open House, Admitted Student Days)
Participate in end of semester assessments and reporting
Day-to-day office maintenance (including updating web page and other social media)
Update and coordinate transportation schedules as needed

Position Requirements

Strong communication skills
A high level of energy, flexibility, and the ability to work both independently and as a team
Some basic computer skills (Excel, Google Suites) would be a plus
Past experience working with students (Service learning, Residence Life, Leadership programs) would also be helpful but not a requirement
The fellow would be given training about the service learning program and would work with a professional staff member at the beginning of the year to learn the nature of the job but would be expected

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

The Merrimack College Speech, Language & Learning (SLL) Program Development Fellow will work with Rachel Aghara, PhD, CCC-SLP and others involved in the development of academic, clinical, community outreach and professional development opportunities for speech-language pathologists and related professions. The SLL Program Development Fellow will support the development and completion of documentation, programs and events to strengthen the undergraduate SLL offerings and prepare for graduate program accreditation. The SLL Program Development Fellow will earn valuable experience in higher education program development, marketing, community engagement, and student support by interacting with current and prospective students, Merrimack College faculty and staff and community professionals.

Position Responsibilities

Create and deliver a “welcome” and “thank you” letter writing campaign so that students currently in the SLL program can welcome prospective future students and thank our community clinical supervisors for their service.
Collaborate with MINTS staff to create training opportunities for speech-language pathologists and related professionals.
Support the Merrimack Chapter of the National Student Speech-Language Hearing Association.
Develop a collaboration between the SLL program and Academic Success Center and/or Writing Center.
Create and maintain databases of community partners for clinical supervision and academic training.
Take the initiative to identify a need in the new program and develop a project that will fill the need.
Develop information and training for Merrimack College Admissions, Professional Studies program, and others to support and promote the SLL program.
Develop informational materials for prospective students.
Develop a list of individual student funding opportunities and a program to support students as they apply for individual funding.
Plan weekly meetings with fellowship supervisor.
Support the SLL program before and during conferences, trainings, and meetings.

Position Requirements

Interest in working with students and professionals; flexibility with weekly schedules.

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

School Counseling 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 School Counseling Fellowship Program

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.
As a two year program, the fellowship scholarship is only awarded and applied for the first year of the program. During your first year, you will not be eligible for any other discounts or scholarships. Graduate fellows will be automatically eligible for a Dean scholarship in the second year of the program.
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 Callie Wallace 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.

Fellowships