About the role#
The University Writing Center at East Carolina University is hiring graduate students to serve as writing consultants. You will work between 10 and 20 hours per week supporting students, faculty, staff, and community members. This role involves helping writers at any stage of their process, from initial brainstorming to final revisions. You will help writers address higher-order concerns like thesis development and organization, as well as lower-order issues like style and grammar.
What you'll do#
- Provide one-on-one writing consultations in person or through online platforms.
- Manage administrative tasks including scheduling appointments and responding to emails.
- Attend a pre-semester orientation, weekly seminars, and complete weekly professional development.
- Develop projects that expand and support the work of the Writing Center.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an ECU graduate student with a minimum 2.5 GPA.
- Successful completion of ENGL 1100 and ENGL 2201 or their equivalents.
- Ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of people.
- Self-direction and the ability to take initiative while collaborating with peers.
- A willingness to work with writers across all academic disciplines.
- Curiosity and a desire to learn from others.
Location & details#
- This position is based in Greenville, North Carolina, and operates in a hybrid format.
- You must reside in the State of North Carolina to qualify for this role.
- The term for this position covers the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 academic terms.
- This is a paid, hourly student employment position.
About East Carolina University
East Carolina University is a public research institution based in Greenville, North Carolina. Founded in 1907, it operates as a Carnegie R1 research university. The school serves students through a wide range of academic areas including business, medicine, nursing, and the arts. It employs over 8,000 people and focuses on regional service and research.
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