2023 VPSE Graduate Worker Program Assistant - University of Pennsylvania

University Overview


The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.




Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.








Posted Job Title

2023 VPSE Graduate Worker Program Assistant





Job Profile Title

Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt





Job Description Summary

Penn’s Division of the Vice Provost for Student Engagement (VPSE) is hiring, immediately, current, and incoming Penn students who are interested in serving as graduate assistants (GAs), course instructors, and program assistants ( PAs ) for: (a) 6th grade – 12th grade students attending School District of Philadelphia public schools, public charter schools, and Archdiocese of

Philadelphia schools; (b) current Penn undergraduates, and (c) veterans. All majors welcome, but we would love to hire students from all 12 of our fabulous Penn Schools! The VPSE Division works on behalf of the Provost with the Deans of the twelve Schools and other senior University Partners: to markedly increase access, participation, engagement, and outcomes of students

from cohort groups under-represented in postsecondary, graduate, and professional education by expanding their skills, knowledge, confidence, motivation, and preparedness to successfully navigate

relevant application and enrollment processes.





Job Description


Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt




Graduate Assistants and Program Assistants will be responsible for varying work depending on the VPSE program they are hired to support and will receive hourly pay, subject to taxes. Hours will vary, there will also be flexibility in the timing of the programming opportunities for late afternoon, early evening programming, Saturday, and virtual assignments. Our pay range is from $20.00 - $ 26.00/hour. Work study is not required! The website overview of our division and associated programs can be found at https://vpse.upenn.edu/






Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania





Department / School

Provost Interdisciplinary Programs





Pay Range

$7.25 - $20.00 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.








Affirmative Action Statement Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.




Special Requirements Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.



The University of Pennsylvania's special character is reflected in the diversity of the Penn community. We seek talented faculty and staff who will constitute a vibrant community that draws on the strength that comes with a substantive institutional commitment to diversity along dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran status, interests, perspectives, and socioeconomic status. Grounded in equal opportunity, nondiscrimination, and affirmative action, Penn's robust commitment to diversity is fundamental to the University's mission of advancing knowledge, educating leaders for all sectors of society, and public service. The University of Pennsylvania prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.