Academic support programs such as the English Language Programs, Writing Across the University and Penn Learning Resource Center provide opportunities for qualified graduate students to earn money while developing teaching and professional skills. Each year, the university hires graduate students to serve as Residential Advisors. Duties include counseling undergraduates on personal, social and academic matters and helping to plan dorm activities.
Remuneration includes a furnished room and, in some cases, a cash stipend.
Completed applications may be filed at any time, but those arriving before January 31 will be given preference. Listings are maintained of job openings on campus and throughout the greater Philadelphia area. All university students and their spouses are eligible to use this service. The Employment Office is the central source of information about permanent jobs available at the university. Open positions are advertised weekly in Job Opportunities, and on the University web site.