Pennsylvania State University
Part Time - Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (UGTA) - Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications
Edtech.com's Summary
- Assist faculty in in-residence undergraduate courses for the academic year 2026/2027.
- Work commitment ranges between 5 to 10 hours per week depending on course or section.
- Applicants must have at least 5th semester standing and have completed the course with an A- or better.
- Maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher to qualify.
- Availability during the scheduled class meeting times is required.
- Ensure work hours align with scholarship, work-study, visa status, and internship limitations.
- Employment requires successful completion of university background checks.
- Position is part-time; remote or hybrid work approval is not guaranteed.
- Role is specific to the Bellisario College of Communications.
- Penn State is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Part Time - Undergraduate Teaching Assistant (UGTA) - Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications Full Description
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
- CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
- CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
- If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.
Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The Bellisario College of Communications is seeking to fill part-time positions for undergraduate students to assist with in-residence courses for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Successful candidates will assist faculty for either 5 hours or 10 hours per week, depending on the course/section.
Qualified applicants must have attained at least 5th semester standing, have completed the course with a grade of A- or better, and have an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.
The successful applicant's schedule must be available during the scheduled meeting times of the course they support. Students must ensure their scholarships, work study positions, visa status, and internships will permit them to work the number of hours assigned.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.
