The Assistantship Clearinghouse lists assistantships available to graduate students at the University of Illinois. Please note that most assistantships are awarded by academic departments directly to their own students. This clearinghouse lists positions for which departments or other campus units seek additional applicants. Because posting change, please check frequently.
Units wishing to post available assistantships may use the online form.
Available Assistantships
Writers Workshop - Writing Consultant
The Writers Workshop is hiring Graduate Writing Consultants for the 2026-2027 academic year. We have multiple positions available at 17%, 25%, or 33%. Our most common appointment is 25%.
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Writers Workshop - Science Writing Consultant
The Writers Workshop is hiring graduate student writing consultants for the 2026-2027 academic year. We have several 25% teaching assistantship positions available and are specifically seeking consultants from STEM disciplines.
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Sawyer Seminar Graduate Research Assistant
The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Sawyer Seminar, “At Risk U: The Past, Present, and Future of Academic Freedom,” located in the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation, invites applications for one 50% graduate research assistantship during AY 2026-2027.
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Professional Graduate Assistant for University Apartments
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Center for Writing Studies Assistant Director
The Center for Writing Studies is now accepting applications for an Assistant Director for Fall 2026 and this appointment typically runs for three semesters. This graduate student position is typically a 33% appointment each semester.