What can I do as an undergrad if I am interested in Student Affairs?

Although many student affairs positions require a Masters Degree, you can gain valuable experiences as an undergrad that will give you the experience to help prepare you for a career in Student Affairs.

Job Opportunities

• Resident Assistant
• Programming Assistant
• Orientation Staff
• Admissions Tour Guide
• Career Services Center
• Front Desk Assistants Residence Life
• Office Assistant Student Development
• Career Interns
• Marketing Interns
• Employer Relations Intern
• Peer Health Educator
• Work Study position in any student affairs office
• Alumni Memorial Union
• Athletics
• Careers Services Center
• Counseling Center
• Recreational Sports
• Residence Life
• Student Development
• Student Health Service

Leadership Opportunities

• Marquette University Student Government (MUSG)
• Residence Hall Association (RHA)
• Hall Council
• Campus Ministry/Retreat Leader
• Programming Board
• Student Organization Executive Boards

Attend a Workshop or Conference

• Leadership Summit
• Women’s Leadership Conference
• Campus Ministry Retreats
• Wisconsin College Personal Association Student Affairs 101
• NASPA IV East

Mentoring/Informational Interviews

You can be matched with a mentor who works in the field of student affairs here at Marquette.  A mentor can provide you the opportunity to learn more about the field and network with others.

There is no better way to learn about a career than to set up an informational – style interview with someone on campus whose job intrigues you. There are many different departments to consider and learn about.  If interested in either of these opportunities, please email SAcareers@mu.edu.

Join a Student Affairs Organization

Many National Organizations allow students to join.  Fees are surprisingly low for undergraduate students, and this opens the door to the resources that the organization can offer you in your decision-making process.

Attend a Marquette College Student Personnel Administration Association Meeting

The College Student Personnel Association is an organization for all graduate students or Marquette alumni/ae interested in higher education and student affairs. The organization also welcomes undergraduates who would like to be involved as well. Please email SAcareers@mu.edu to learn more.

Helpful Websites

• Steps to Exploring a Career in Student Affairs (NASPA)
• ACPA (American College Personnel Association)
• Associations of College Unions International
• Association of College and University Housing Officers - International
• NASPA IV East
• College Student Personnel Administration Program

SITE MENU

• Division of Student Affairs
• About DSA
• Alcohol initiatives
• Careers in Student Affairs
• Diversity committee
• For parents
• For students
• For DSA staff
• From the Vice President
• Leadership awards