Graduate Student Intern

The University of Notre Dame is more than a workplace! We are a vibrant, mission-driven community where every employee is valued and supported. Rooted in a tradition of excellence and inspired by our Catholic character, Notre Dame is committed to fostering an environment of care that nurtures the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. Here, you will find a deep sense of belonging, a culture that prioritizes well-being, and the opportunity to grow your career while being a force for good in the world. Whether contributing to world-class research, shaping the student experience, or supporting the University’s mission in other ways, you will be part of a dedicated team working to make a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. At Notre Dame, your work matters, and so do you!

The Franco Family Institute for Liberal Arts and the Public Good is seeking a reliable, organized, and proactive Graduate Student Intern to support our daily operations beginning in June 2026. In this role, you will play a vital part in reviewing student research and grant applications and supporting outreach and engagement efforts.

The Graduate Student Intern will support the Franco Institute's student programs by organizing and convening grant review boards, drafting stewardship documents, and evaluating some student proposals as assigned. The intern will assist the Franco Institute’s outreach efforts by strategizing, designing, and distributing physical and digital signage and by collaborating on social media messaging. The person in this role will also assist with setup for meetings and represent the Franco Institute at certain student-facing events. Finally, the graduate student intern will provide additional administrative support to the broader Franco Institute staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with the Assistant Director of Graduate and Undergraduate Research
• Work with the Assistant Director of Outreach and Research Partnerships
• Administrative & Event Support
• Perform other administrative or maintenance duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Background in the arts, humanities, or social sciences
• Self-starter with strong collaboration skills
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with office staff

Preferred Qualifications:

• Enrolled in a doctoral program in the College of Arts & Letters 
• Grant writing/evaluation experience a plus
• Graphic Design: Experience with graphic design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) for creating professional departmental flyers and physical/digital signage is highly desirable
• Social Media: Experience with a breadth of social media platforms, growing engagement, and designing content strategy a plus

Position Details:

• Application Deadline to Apply: May 26, 2026
• Role: Graduate Student Intern
• Department: Franco Family Institute for Liberal Arts and the Public Good
• Weekly Hours: up to 20 hours per week
• Pay: $19/hour

The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.