The Graduate and Professional Student Senate (GPSS) is now accepting applications for its staff positions for the 2025–2026 academic year.
These positions provide an excellent opportunity for graduate and professional students at the University of Washington to engage in meaningful work that supports student advocacy, shared governance, community building, and the overall mission of GPSS. Staff members play a key role in representing the interests of over 18,000 graduate and professional students across all three UW campuses.
Position Information:
- Compensation: $24.60 per hour
- Hours: 18 hours per week (hourly student employment; does not qualify for tuition coverage)
- Employment Period: September 25, 2025 – June 12, 2026
- Note: No work is required during university holidays and academic breaks
- Eligibility: Open to all UW graduate and professional students
Available Positions:
There are six distinct staff roles, each aligned with a core area of GPSS operations:
- University Affairs Director – View job description and how to apply
- Policy Director – View job description and how to apply
- Budget & Office Director – View job description and how to apply
- Senate and Web Developer Director – View job description and how to apply
- Community Outreach & Events Director – View job description and how to apply
- Creative & Communications Director – View job description and how to apply
All positions are posted on Handshake, the University of Washington’s official job platform. You can also view the job descriptions and application form directly at the end of this post.
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About GPSS:
The Graduate and Professional Student Senate serves as the official student government representing the interests and welfare of graduate and professional students at the University of Washington. Working with GPSS offers students the chance to build professional experience in leadership, policy development, communications, event planning, and advocacy, while directly contributing to the graduate student experience.
We encourage all interested students to apply. For questions or additional information, please contact gpssvpin@uw.edu or visit our About page.