Graduate Admission Intern (Student Wage)

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia

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Charlottesville, VA Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted August 29, 2025 Last posted December 6, 2025
Job description

This position is open to Federal Work-Study and non-FWS graduate students.

The Office of Undergraduate Admission (OUA) seeks to hire a Graduate Intern (GI) to assist with the strategic development, management, and assessment of the on Grounds visit experience for prospective and admitted students and their families.  The OUA welcomes over 60,000 visitors annually for daily tours/information sessions and hosts 6 open houses throughout the year. The GI will work closely with OUA staff, OUA student interns, UVA faculty and staff, and alumni to ensure our visitors experience a welcoming, informative, and fun visit to UVA as they consider their college options.

The field of undergraduate admission offers a window into the wider, dynamic world of modern higher education administration. GIs should expect and experience that helps them cultivate leadership, organizational, and public speaking skills. GIs will advise prospective students and applicants on the admission process, work closely with High School Counselors and Community Based Organization leaders to create visit opportunities for students from underserved backgrounds, and coordinate large scale admitted student programs.

With oversight from a professional OUA team member, GAs will:

  • Manage OUA’s student intern team
  • Oversee daily tour/information session visits
  • Plan and execute open house programs
  • Coordinate group tours
  • Support OUA Dean of the Day

Hours of work would generally be between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday in addition to approximately 3 Saturdays per semester.

The successful GI candidate will be self-motivated and enthusiastic about supporting recruitment efforts and will enjoy working as part of a team. The individual will be well organized and open to constructive feedback.

Position Compensation: $16.00 Hourly

Please submit a resume with your application. A cover letter is optional.

Position will remain open until filled.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Bachelor's degree. Registered as a graduate student.
Experience: none
Licensure: None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS


This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. Some time outside for events will be required

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

About this role

Summary

Assist with managing visit experiences for prospective students and families.

Job title

Graduate Admission Intern (Student Wage)

Experience level

entry level

Industry

higher education

Location requirements

Located in Charlottesville, VA; remote work not allowed.

Salary

$16.00 Hourly

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

bachelor's degreeregistered as a graduate student

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

admissionsstudent engagementevent coordination
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Charlottesville, VA, USA

On-site City