Graduate Assistantship - Entrepreneurial Leadership (Nest)

Number of Positions: 1

Anticipated Dates: Position Available Summer 2026

Job Description:Waynesburg University Entrepreneurial Leadership Program is seeking a graduate student to assist staff with the day-to-day operations of the Nest. Position entails working 29 hours a week in the Nest. The graduate assistant will report to the Nest Director.

Duties and responsibilities will include:

Assist with general day-to-day office operation at the Nest

Regularly staff the Nest and welcome guests during scheduled/unscheduled tours

Provide various operational management of the Nest, including but not limited to: customer service, student staff management, online store management, social media, financial management and record keeping, new product development, and commencement assistance.

Assistance with various eHIVE events and projects

Assistance in supporting the three Learning Labs for the Entrepreneurial Leadership Program: The Nest, Makerspace & Project GROW

All other duties to be assigned by the eHIVE Director & Chair of Entrepreneurial Leadership

Job Qualifications: All interested candidates will need to successfully enroll in a graduate program at Waynesburg University in order to be eligible for the assistantship.

This position requires attendance and staffing at eHIVE or Nest, which may include regular shifts during evening or weekend hours. This position requires the job seeker to be entrepreneurially minded, a self-starter, flexible, adaptable, and capable of working with little supervision. Strong communication skills are required. Professional and friendly customer service, leadership skills, and strong organizational skills are required for this position. Applicant must possess a valid driver’s license and the ability for passenger or good transport.

Application Instructions:Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of applications will begin immediately. Candidates must submit a resume and letter of interest, and a written statement that articulates how the candidate intends to incorporate the mission of the University with the requirements and function of the position. Also include the names, addresses, emails, and phone numbers of three references. Include transcripts (copies are acceptable initially).

Apply to:
Human Resources Office
Waynesburg University
51 W. College St.
Waynesburg, PA 15370

email: [email protected]