Graduate Assistant for the Chesley Center on Aging - Social Work
TO APPLY:
To be considered for this position, please submit 1) a cover letter; 2) a resume to david.beimers@mnsu.edu. Please include your program of study and your anticipated graduation date in the cover letter.
APPLICATION CLOSE DATE: 4/21/2026
POSITION START DATE: 8/23/2026
RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Graduate Assistant will provide support to the Chesley Center and the Director. Duties include event planning and coordination; program administration (assisting with board meetings, website design, social media, strategic plan implementation); development of new initiatives; and policy and research on aging-related topics
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Detail-oriented
- Strong interest in aging-related policy work
- A graduate student in Social Work, Sociology, or other field allied with Aging Studies
- Must have basic computer knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Must be willing to maintain a 20 hours per week schedule that includes flexibility as specific scheduling needs arise
- A bachelor's degree
- Admitted to a Minnesota State University, Mankato graduate program by start date.
- Enrolled in a minimum of six (6) graduate credits per semester during assistantship, and in good academic standing.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working with or researching older adult issues
- Experience planning events
- Experience with website design and social media
- Interest in policy-related research
- Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment
SALARY/STIPEND: Up to $10,000 plus tuition stipends, dependent upon availability of funds, period of appointment, and assignment. Appointments made after the tenth day of classes are not eligible for a tuition waiver.
RELATED INFORMATION:
Minnesota State System policy requires that graduate assistants must reside within the State of Minnesota for the duration of their appointment.
Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at www.mnsu.edu.
CONTACT
David Beimers, Director, Chesley Center on Aging
Social Work
Minnesota State University, Mankato
TN 358
Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-389-6190
TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711
Email: david.beimers@mnsu.edu
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