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

This position focuses primarily on supporting students who are currently on academic probation. The graduate fellow will work one-on-one with students for weekly academic coaching and observe or participate in a related one-credit course on growth mindset, student development theory, and practical applications for academic improvement. The fellow will also coach students who are referred to us for short-term academic coaching from all over campus, regardless of GPA. As part of the Academic Progress team, the graduate fellow works with another graduate fellow, Academic Progress Coaches, and the Academic Progress Coach and Coordinator, who is the primary supervisor. In this position, the grad fellow will collaborate with offices across campus including the Writing, Tutoring, and Math Center, Compass Program, Austin Scholars Program, Accessibility Services, First Year Experience Program, School Advising Centers, etc. This position reports to the Academic Progress Coach and Coordinator for professional development and supervision. The Academic Progress team is part of the Student Success area which serves Merrimack College students across all majors by providing academic support for building, strengthening, and maintaining the academic skills needed to perform at the college level.

Position Responsibilities

In addition to being a contributing member of a fast-paced, high-touch team with direct contact and impact on students, Academic Progress Graduate Fellows should be flexible and adaptable within this high-stakes work environment and must exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Serve as a one-on-one academic coach for a caseload of students, primarily those on academic probation.
Build coaching relationships with students grounded in trust and support.
Implement accountability practices, goal setting, and progress monitoring with students.
Maintain reports and data tracking of student progress, interaction, and attendance.
Attend and contribute to team meetings prepared with caseload updates and a willingness to share creative solutions.
Observe and possibly participate in co-teaching a one-credit course designed to improve and build students’ confidence and academic skills.
Become familiar with campus-wide resources in order to promote academic and personal growth of students.

Position Requirements

Strong interest in working one-on-one with students, taking responsibility for being their academic coach, and following through with each student weekly throughout the semester.
Interest in academic student services and support, and in the interdependent relationship between teaching and learning.
Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
Comfort speaking to a small group and presenting academic information in workshops or classes.
Ability to balance independent work with being a collaborative member of a busy team.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and remain non-judgmental with student data, information, and experiences.
Flexibility, curiosity, creativity, and openness to new experiences.
Willingness to learn technology systems related to student interactions, data management, and communications.

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 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 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 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 Graduate Fellow for the Austin Scholars Program works with directors to meet the curricular and formation needs of the program. The Graduate Fellow will work alongside the Director of Austin Scholars Curriculum in leading reflections, liaise with students regarding service-learning and community engagement opportunities, and mentor Austin Scholar peer leaders. The fellow will also work with the Director of Formation in the overall formation of the students by helping plan and executing events, such as retreats and social events, helping to foster community life within the Austin Scholars, leading the program's social media campaigns, and reaching out to students in need. This position offers a variety of opportunities for a graduate student who is interested in student life, formation, and community building.

Position Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and coordinate a peer leadership training module that focuses on reflection-based leadership.
Assist with the tracking of service-learning and community engagement initiatives.
Work collaboratively with directors, departments, faculty, and staff to improve integration of curricular and formation elements of the Austin Scholars program.
Attend weekly Austin Scholar leadership/fellowship meetings.
Meet weekly with student peer leaders regarding service-oriented, educational, and social events to provide support, feedback, and reflection opportunities.
Assist directors with organization and implementation of major events coordinated by the Office of Mission and Ministry and the Austin Scholars program, such as Commissioning Mass, Christmas Party, and End of Year celebration, as well as retreats.
Perform outreach and connect with students who need extra outreach and support.
Update, maintain, and develop website and social media efforts.
Foster a spirit of community among students.

Position Requirements

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
A high level of energy, flexibility, and the ability to work both independently and as a team.
Some basic social media skills and willingness to assist in promotional efforts.
Previous experience with service-learning, community engagement, peer-mentorship, and reflection.
Commitment to the reflective-based pedagogical approaches.
Experience with developing and implementing student programming.
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 interact with diverse students, staff, faculty; strong commitment to diversity and social justice.

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 commuter lounge is a place for students to go and feel like they have a home on campus. The Commuter Student Engagement Fellow reports directly to the Assistant Director of Residential Programs & Off-Campus Services. The Commuter Student Engagement Fellow co-supervises a Student Ambassadors for Commuter Engagement (SACE) staff making sure they are meeting the needs of their students while offering a variety of programs. In conjunction with their supervisor, they are responsible for overseeing the commuter student lounge, creating a welcoming space for commuters.

Position Responsibilities

Be available and visible to the commuter population, and engage commuters on a regular basis
Supervise the Student Ambassadors for Commuter Engagement (SACE) staff alongside the Assistant Director of Residential Programs & Off-Campus Services
Oversee Commuter Advisor programming, making sure that SACEs are creating, implementing and evaluating their programs, in addition to overseeing some off-campus events, and large-scale events
Attend and help implement weekly SACE staff meetings
Co-advise the Commuter Student Association
Contribute to hiring and training of Commuter Advisors
Oversee daily operations of commuter lounge
Report any facilities issues that may be happening in the commuter student lounge
Support the Office of Student Involvement planned/supported events such as Cram Jam, Involvement Fair, Orientation and Welcome Week(s), and Spring Concert
Collaborate with other offices including but not limited to; Residence Life, JCMR, International Student Support, Campus Ministry, Wellness Education and more on programming efforts
Other duties as assigned

Position Requirements

Strong organizational skills
Superior communication skills
Student focused
Programming experience
Experience with Canva graphic design software (preferred)

Location: North Andover, MA

Job Description

Compass seeks to foster student success through a program of transformational learning experiences including cohort courses, academic coaching, and coordinated support services. The Academic Coaching team seeks to gradually increase the students' self-reliance through academic and professional skill building. The graduate fellow for Compass will be responsible for assisting the Compass team in supporting entering freshmen with the academic and social support they need to foster to meet the demands of higher education. The projected student acceptance into Compass for Fall 2025 is 225 incoming freshmen; the graduate fellow will be responsible for providing academic coaching to a caseload of about 20 students.

The Compass Fellow will receive training to help students transition between high school and college and develop skills such as critical thinking and reading, college-level writing, time management strategies, goal setting and self-discipline through one-on-one academic coaching meetings, team-led workshops, and guided study time.

Estimated percentage of work that involves in-person contact with students: 90%

Position Responsibilities

Provide support, motivation, and guidance to first-year students in the program.
Assist in organization/execution of projects geared towards first-year retention and academic readiness.
Assist in and organize community-building activities and workshops for first-year and upper-class Compass students.
Assist the Compass Program staff and faculty instructors in delivering critical thinking and writing skills, addressing academic insecurities, test-taking strategies, time management, and other academic readiness skills.
Meet with a caseload of approximately 20 students one-on-one each week for academic coaching meetings, maintaining outreach and communication with the students through e-mail and other electronic communication.
Attend the cornerstone Compass cohort lecture early in the semester to understand the Compass curriculum.
Communicate with faculty in order to assist the students and professors with the success of the course.
Meet regularly with the Compass Program staff, including academic coaching training & team meetings.
Mentor and support upper-class student peer leaders in order to facilitate their successful contact and support of first-year students.
Maintain reports and data tracking student progress, student engagement, and attendance.
Assist in planning and delivery of reflection and academic readiness workshops as assigned.
Maintain a team attitude and complete any and all duties and tasks as assigned.
Participate in the Academic Success Center as a member of the larger team of student support personnel, including attending staff meetings and special events.
Some nights and weekends may be required on occasion, but not often.

Position Requirements

Interest in college readiness and developmental education, mental health, student services and support, and student retention.
A passion for mentoring and helping others succeed.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; excellent organizational and time management skills.
The ability to lead by example and act as a role model.
Interest in the developmental psychology of adolescents ages 18-22, specifically first-years in transition to college.
Interest in learning differences as related to learning styles and study skills.
Interest in developing lesson plans and workshops geared towards community building, communication, study skills, and reflection-based growth.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and remain non-judgmental when addressing student problems and concerns.

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 First Year Experience Fellow, with the staff of the First Year Experience Office, will support the organization and execution of the “First Year Experience”. The First Year Experience (FYE) consists of two major elements: 1. A mandatory FYS course for all first year students, which is team-taught by a FYS faculty and two FYS mentors (upperclassman student leader) 2.Targeted initiatives/programs aimed at promoting engagement and retention of first year students

The First Year Experience Fellow’s main responsibility will be to coordinate the second element, the targeted initiatives/programs of the Office. The Fellow will spearhead the office’s signature programs (such as the DEI workshops, Communication & Conflict Management workshops, Wellness Week activities, First Year Registration Assistance, etc.). The Fellow can also develop and establish new, creative targeted initiatives/programs.

The First Year Experience Fellow will support the FYS course by serving as a point-person for a caseload of FYS Mentors. As such, the First Year Experience Fellow will be the first point of professional contact for their caseload in terms of training and support. The First Year Experience Fellow will lead weekly training sessions for their Mentors, as well as meet individually with each FYS Mentor on their caseload at least three times throughout the semester.

In addition, as a member of the larger Academic Success Center team, the First Year Experience Fellow will work as an Academic Success Coach, meeting with individual at-risk, first year students. The fellow will be responsible for outreach to these students and triaging any concerns they bring up. The fellow will help the students develop skills such as critical thinking, reading, writing, time management, goal setting, and discipline through one-on-one meetings.

Estimated percentage of work that involves in-person contact with students: 60%, though at busy times of the year (midterms, registration, finals, etc.) this could be closer to 75%, as is typical for staff in the ASC

Position Responsibilities

Plan and implement new, creative targeted initiatives/programs for first year students
Implement signature programs of the office
Collaboratively and strategically work with offices across campus on targeted initiatives/programs
Serve as a point person for a caseload of FYS Mentors
Plan weekly trainings/events for the FYS Mentors with the help of the Mentor Coordinators
Assist with the daily coordination of FYS courses in the Fall and Spring
Serve on cross-campus committees including the FYE Full Team Committee and the FYS Advisory Board
Serve as an Academic Success Coach to a caseload of at-risk, first year students
Participate with other fellows in the work of the Academic Success Center as a member of the larger team of student support personnel, including academic counseling for students on academic probation, attending staff meetings, special events, etc.

Position Requirements

Strong interest in college readiness, first year transitions, developmental education, student services/support, and student retention
Ability to work some nights and weekends
Proficiency with computer skills, particularly Google Suites, and using an iPad
Experience in programming is encouraged
Experience in student/peer leader/counseling/advising programs is encouraged
Experience with social media is encouraged

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 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

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

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 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 Marketing & Student Outreach Fellow in the O’Brien Center for Career Development (OCCD) will serve as an expert for a component of the O’Brien Center’s marketing campaign. Depending on the skills and experience. 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 Assistant Director of Marketing & Student Outreach, oversee strategic component of OCCD marketing campaign based on relevant skills and needs of the team - potential focus areas include graphic design, social media management, data analytics, and print or digital marketing campaigns
Foster relationships with campus partners, such as Residence Life and the Office of Student Involvement 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
Collaborate with Career Connections team on potential areas for student engagement in the form of networking and panel events, career fairs, and more
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 marketing, communications, graphic design, and social media management
Ability to adapt to change and problem-solve
Creativity is essential; able to work both independently and as part of a team
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Comfortable presenting workshops and promoting events and programs to audiences
Previous experience in career center a plus
Flexibility to change schedule in accordance to special events as needed (note: this will not conflict with your class schedule)

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 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 Engagement and Assessment in the Office of Student Involvement will be primarily responsible for managing our campus wide engagement platform, providing data analysis and communication to all partners of the institution. This person will also assist with developing recommendations to improve the student involvement 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 the Office of Student Involvement.

Position Responsibilities

Assist with our campus engagement platform (Warrior Network) with weekly and monthly reports as well as data analysis. Use the platform to create reports and provide recommendations to support campus partners and offices with alternative paths to engage students
Co-facilitate with the Director the Division of Student Affairs Programming Calendar and Committee and maintain a full and diverse calendar of events for students throughout the academic year
Collect, review, and summarize all campus programming data and interpret patterns and trends
Advocate for changes, and improvements to programming efforts based on both qualitative and quantitative data points
Collaborate with the Director on the hiring, training and supervision of the Student Employee Office Assistants
Support the Director and Assistant Director of Student Involvement with programs and events to enhance the athletic fan experience
Help with the 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
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 Leadership & Student Government Graduate Fellow will be primarily responsible for assisting with, and developing, leadership trainings, workshops, and programs for students on campus. The fellow will be responsible for the success of leadership programing initiatives as planned by the Office of Student Involvement. They will also serve as a secondary advisor to the Student Government Association in cooperation with the Director of Student Involvement. They will advise the two leadership honor societies Omega Delta Kappa and the National Society for Leadership & Success. They will assist with late night and weekend programming initiatives, providing a balance of activities for all students. The fellow is also responsible for some of the large-scale programming executed by the Office of Student Involvement alongside the office staff.

Position Responsibilities

Develop leadership trainings, workshops, and programs for students on campus.
Assist and advise the Student Government Association in cooperation with the Director of Student Involvement.
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.
Advise the two leadership honor societies Omega Delta Kappa and the National Society for Leadership & Success.
Provide onsite management and support for events, which include some evenings and weekends.
Organize the annual ODK and NSLS Conference trips.
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.
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.
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.
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

This position will primarily be responsible for mentoring scholars in the program by building community, cultivating a sense of belonging, and managing student development and success workshops. The graduate fellow will work to ensure a smooth transition to college for first-year students and will help to support a caseload of students with their academic, social, and career development.

Position Responsibilities

Meet 1:1 with assigned students regularly to provide support including but not limited to helping them address concerns that arise, connecting them to resources, assisting them with pursuing their goals, etc.
Assist with developing events and workshops that are beneficial to students and their interests/needs.
Assist in the creation of materials for workshops/events, promotion of these events (ex. flyers), etc.
Other duties and special projects as assigned.

Position Requirements

Experience with diverse populations and/or willingness to support students of all backgrounds and identities.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and be detail-oriented.
Ability to collaborate effectively with team members and campus partners within and outside of the Student Affairs division.

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

A graduate fellow would be trained to conduct advanced psychology and behavioral/cognitive neuroscience research. The fellow would help with recruitment of participants, testing participants, and training undergraduate students in research. Fellows will learn a breadth of research techniques including measures of brain activity while participants are awake (Electroencephalography (EEG)) and while asleep (Polysomnography (PSG)), eye tracking, actigraphy, and cognitive behavioral tasks. Graduate fellows would primarily help with a research study examining the impact of mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI, also known as concussions) on emotion regulation, and whether sleep extension in the form of a mid-day nap improves emotion regulation.

The graduate fellow would also have the opportunity to work on other research projects in the lab, examining the role of sleep and slow-paced breathing on emotion regulation, executive function, risk-taking, and memory. While not required, these additional research experiences can be tailored to student interest, and motivation to learn more diverse techniques and skills to add to their resumes. For example, some research experiences also include examining salivary cortisol, a stress hormone, in relation to sleep quality, which would provide the opportunity for students to learn liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectroscopy. In this lab, we study adolescents, young adults, and older adults, as well as individuals with psychiatric disorders and mental health conditions (e.g. ADHD and Anxiety). Graduate fellows will also have the opportunity to propose their own research projects in some cases.

Position Responsibilities

Become certified in CITI Human subjects training.
Processing of screening data and scheduling potential participants.
Assist with obtaining consent and administering sleep profilers and actigraphy equipment to participants.
Collect data most likely twice a week in up to 5-hour blocks (i.e., interact with participants taking them through all study procedures), though other studies have different time structures.
Assist in data entry and analysis.
Respond to phone or email inquiries about research studies.
Once trained and proficient in research protocol, help train undergraduate research assistants.
Attend weekly research meetings involving, but not limited to, content-specific learning through critical discussion of articles, grant maintenance or preparation, manuscript or presentation preparation, quality control issues, and protocol development or revision.

Position Requirements

Interest in working with participants (both students and community members); willingness to work some nights and weekends; flexible with weekly schedule; interested in research

The primary study the graduate fellow would be assisting with involves touching individuals' head and hair as we use EEG caps. The fellow will need to feel comfortable with this part of the procedure.

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

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 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 and Ambassador Program 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 and Ambassador Program Admission Associate will also work closely with the Admission Ambassador program to assist in the growth of the program.

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.

Position Responsibilities

Meeting one-on-one with students and families.
Conducting prospective student interviews.
Giving information sessions about Merrimack and the admission process to groups of all sizes.
Assisting the Senior Admission Counselor for Visitor Services and Ambassador program with many aspects of the Ambassador program.
Assisting with the Ambassador application process.
Supporting the Ambassador program by collaborating on group process days, applicant interviews, and the hiring process.
Organizing the Ambassador schedule to ensure coverage, emphasizing the diversity of majors and other demographics.
Collaborate with the Senior Admission Counselor for Visitor Services and Ambassador Program on the mentoring and structure of the Ambassador Executive Board.
Devising new and innovative ideas to make the program different and successful.
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.
Occasional data entry into Slate.
Responding to phone or email inquiries.
Assisting with campus tours as necessary.
Representing the Office of Admission at special events, such as Open Houses and Admitted Student Days.
Assisting with special event planning, preparation, and execution.

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.

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.