Student Employment Opportunities

The Resident Assistant (RA) is an important member of the housing staff. The RA is an undergraduate or graduate student who serves a group of students living in a residence hall floor or apartment complex. As a staff member and a student, the RA is in a unique position. The RA works as a unifying force for the floor or unit while promoting a sense of community for the floor, the residence hall/apartment complex and the University.

RA Application Process

To apply for the RA Position:

Step 1: Attend an information session

• November 4: Parliament Multipurpose Room at 5pm
• November 9: Lowry Community Center at 4pm
• November 18: Guinn Commons at 6pm
• December 2: Parliament Multipurpose Room at 6pm
• January 14: Parliament Multipurpose Room at 7pm
• January 20: Guinn Commons at 5pm

Step 2: Visit Handshake to review the Resident Assistant 2027-2028 position description and complete the application. Application includes the following sections:

• Demographic information

• Leadership questions

  • What will you contribute to the RA position and what benefits do you think you will gain from serving your peers in this capacity (250 - 400 words)?

  • Please describe the goals you have for the RA position and also provide detailed examples (250 - 400 words)?

  • What is your definition of leadership and how have you been an example of this during your time at TWU (250 - 400 words)?

• Experiential tracker
  Being a Resident Assistant is a unique and multi-faceted experience. The experiential tracker provides you with opportunities that you can explore to better understand the RA position. In this section, you will answer the following:

  • Which information session did you attend?

  • Reflect on your conversation with a RA/SM (400 words or less)

  • Reflect on your experience at a housing event (400 words or less)

• Resume and cover letter upload

Step 3: Obtain two references from people who know you well and who have an understanding of the Resident Assistant position you are applying for. Your references should be completed by a former or current employer, teacher, academic advisor, organization sponsor and/or other professional who knows you well. One (1) of your references must be completed by a current full-time or student staff member of the Department of Housing & Dining. All references must be current. 

Application Timeline

• November 2, 2026: Application launches on Handshake
• January 22, 2027: All application materials must be submitted by 5:00 pm.
• January 27, 28, 29, 2027: Individual Interview. Time and location TBA
• February 15, 2027: Position Offered
• February 19, 2027: Accept/decline letters due

Questions?
Contact Vik Arunkumar
varunkumar@twu.edu
(940) 898-3676