Graduate Assistant; Non-Teaching

Graduate Assistant (Non-Teaching) - Full Fixed

Job Title Graduate Assistant (Non-Teaching) - Full Fixed

At the University of Lethbridge, we speak in perspectives.

We are located in the heart of traditional Blackfoot Confederacy territory in southern Alberta with campuses in Lethbridge and Calgary. ULethbridge is more than a place to learn — it’s a place to build a career and make a lasting impact. We are one of Canada’s top universities and leading research institutions with more than 8,000 undergraduate and graduate students. We are an inclusive university that values diverse experiences and backgrounds.

Our people are our greatest strength, and we are dedicated to fostering growth and success for all of our people.

Together, we transform lives and communities.

Tenure Information Not Applicable

We’re hiring five Graduate Peer Mentors for a one year term (May 2026 – April 2027)! If you’re excited about building community, supporting fellow graduate students, and developing valuable professional skills, this role is a great opportunity to learn, grow, and make a positive impact. Guided by the SGS Graduate Studies Medicine Wheel, the program promotes holistic well being, mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical, across the graduate student experience.

Graduate Peer Mentors work on task based projects that support the diverse needs of graduate students. This flexible, creative position allows mentors to explore areas like community-building, workshop development, wellness initiatives, and student engagement.

Approx. 5 hours/week | 1 Full GA Per Term (Summer, Winter, Fall) 1 year term | Paid according to the ULGA Collective Agreement (112 Hours/Term).

• Support SGS onboarding, welcome, and connection-building events.
• Assist with workshops, wellness initiatives, and resource development.
• Contribute to outreach projects, communication efforts, and student engagement.
• Participate in team meetings, training and reflections.

You’ll receive training grounded in holistic graduate support, including:

• Inclusive, equity minded engagement.
• Ethical boundaries & confidentiality.

Includes:

• 1 hour per month of asynchronous training.
• Additional workshops and team learning opportunities.

• Be current U of L graduate students for the full term:
  May 2026 – April 2027.
• Be entering at least the second year of their ULethbridge program.
• Be in good academic standing.
• Commit to ~5 hours per week.
• Be enthusiastic about supporting a diverse graduate community through holistic, strengths-based approaches.

• Experience with student programming, leadership, teaching, or community-building.
• Familiarity with U of L student services.
• Interest in workshops, events, outreach, or resource creation.

Please note:
Only registered University of Lethbridge graduate students are eligible to apply for this posting.

Graduate Assistant wages will be paid according to Schedule A of the ULGSA Collective Agreement.

Graduate Assistant

The University acknowledges the potential impact that career interruptions can have on a candidate’s record of achievement. We encourage applicants to explain in their application the impact that career interruptions have had on their record. The University of Lethbridge invites applications from all qualified candidates; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given preference.

The University of Lethbridge is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, including through all aspects of the hiring process. If you require support during the hiring process, please contact Human Resources at  so that accommodations can be put in place to support you. All private information received in relation to your request for support will be kept confidential, only information required to facilitate the accommodation will be shared with the selection committee.

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