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New grad graduate jobs connect recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience to employers where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site, remote, and hybrid roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Technology & Software, and Education, with TikTok, Westwood Professional Services, and GlobalFoundries hiring at this level now.
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How to Apply
This position is a limited availability position.
Applicants must apply and submit material through careers.umich.edu. Please, include the following in a single PDF document:
1) A cover letter addressing interest and qualifications for the course(s),
2) A resume or curriculum vita
3) Unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts of relevant course work
4) Previous UM teaching evaluations or teaching history, as applicable
Responsibilities
- Attend all lectures and lab days for the course. Lab days are held at the same time as lecture, but are just for students to work and seek help. (Verify your own course schedule against the schedule for the course to which you are applying as a GSI. All GSIs are required to attend the lecture and lab times as posted.) Note that class sessions are scheduled as in-person instruction.
- Hold at least 2 office hours each week.
- Manage IAs who are serving as graders and helpers in lab sessions.
- Grade assignments, per lead faculty instruction.
- Meet weekly with the lead instructor, and respond promptly to emails.
- Additional items listed in fraction calculation form.
Required Qualifications
- Enrolled in good standing as a graduate student at the University of Michigan.
- Available to teach the scheduled section times.
- Experience with or willingness to learn the Snap! (https://snap.berkeley.edu/) programming language.
- Have previously taken these courses or relevant courses, and have demonstrated expertise and interest in subject area.
- Experience with Canvas.
- Completed basic courses, or have experience, in Computing or a closely related field (e.g., CSE, Information, Statistics, Sciences classes using Python).
- If the language of instruction at a student's undergraduate institution was not English, the student must be evaluated by the English Language Institute (ELI) for English proficiency and either pass the GSI-OET or have this test waived by the ELI before they can be eligible for a GSI appointment in LS&A.
Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience as a GSI is desired.
- LSA graduate students are preferred.
- Knowledge of AI/ML mechanisms such as reinforcement learning, unsupervised and supervised learning, training a neural network, and transformers.
- Be comfortable with Python (e.g., know basic control structures and function and class definitions, comfortable working with Python programs of 100-500 lines of code).
Course Description
The Linguistics Department is looking to hire 2 GSIs in the Winter 2027 term to manage undergraduate instructional aides (IAs), grade, and lead lab sections for faculty-led lectures in the following course:
- LING 321: Alien Anatomy: How ChatGPT Works, 2 sections (anticipated enrollment: 160 students)
Students will learn about the basic AI and machine learning techniques that make up UM ChatGPT, such as neural networks, back propagation, transformers, training, and guardrails. Students will build several AI projects, including a chatbot, image recognizer, and gesture recognizer. Readings and discussions will explore the limitations, regulation, and comparisons with humans to ChatGPT and similar LLM technologies.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Contact Information
For questions about how to apply for the position, please contact linguistics-ssc@umich.edu.
Decision Making Process
The course instructor will make the hiring decisions in consultation with the Linguistics Department Graduate team.
Selection Process
Applications are reviewed, and decisions made, based on each applicant's knowledge, experience, and past teaching record. Preferential consideration will be given to applicants with relevant academic preparation for teaching the course material.
GEO Contract Information
The University will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, familial status, parental status or pregnancy status, sex, gender identity or expression (whether actual or perceived), sexual orientation, age, height, weight, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, HIV antibody status, political belief, membership in any social or political organization, participation in a grievance or complaint whether formal or informal, medical conditions including those related to pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, arrest record, or any other factor where the item in question will not interfere with job performance and where the employee is otherwise qualified. The University of Michigan agrees to abide by the protections afforded employees with disabilities as outlined in the rules and regulations which implement Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Information for the Office for Institutional Equity may be found at https://oie.umich.edu/ and for the University Ombuds at https://ombuds.umich.edu/
Unsuccessful applications will be retained for consideration in the event that there are last minute openings for available positions. In the event that an employee does not receive their preferred assignment, they can request a written explanation or an in-person interview with the hiring agents(s) to be scheduled at a mutually agreed upon time.
This position, as posted, is subject to a collective bargaining agreement between the Regents of the University of Michigan and the Graduate Employees' Organization, American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO 3550.
Standard Practice Guide 601.38, Required Disclosure of Felony Charges and/or Felony Convictions applies to all Graduate Student Assistants (GSAs). SPG 601.38 may be accessed online at https://spg.umich.edu/policy/601.38, and its relation to your employment can be found in MOU 10 of your employment contract.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
285129
Working Title
GSI for Ling 321 (Winter 2027)
Job Title
GRAD STU INSTR
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
College Of Lsa
Department
LSA Linguistics
Posting Begin/End Date
10/30/2026 - 11/13/2026
Career Interest
Graduate Students
Graduate Student Instructors (GEO)
How to Apply
This position is a limited availability position.
Applicants must apply and submit material through careers.umich.edu. Please, include the following in a single PDF document:
1) A cover letter addressing interest and qualifications for the course(s),
2) A resume or curriculum vita
3) Unofficial graduate and undergraduate transcripts of relevant course work
4) Previous UM teaching evaluations or teaching history, as applicable
Responsibilities
- Attend all lectures and lab days for the course. Lab days are held at the same time as lecture, but are just for students to work and seek help. (Verify your own course schedule against the schedule for the course to which you are applying as a GSI. All GSIs are required to attend the lecture and lab times as posted.) Note that class sessions are scheduled as in-person instruction.
- Hold at least 2 office hours each week.
- Manage IAs who are serving as graders and helpers in lab sessions.
- Grade assignments, per lead faculty instruction.
- Meet weekly with the lead instructor, and respond promptly to emails.
- Additional items listed in fraction calculation form.
Required Qualifications
- Enrolled in good standing as a graduate student at the University of Michigan.
- Available to teach the scheduled section times.
- Experience with or willingness to learn the Snap! (https://snap.berkeley.edu/) programming language.
- Have previously taken these courses or relevant courses, and have demonstrated expertise and interest in subject area.
- Experience with Canvas.
- Completed basic courses, or have experience, in Computing or a closely related field (e.g., CSE, Information, Statistics, Sciences classes using Python).
- If the language of instruction at a student's undergraduate institution was not English, the student must be evaluated by the English Language Institute (ELI) for English proficiency and either pass the GSI-OET or have this test waived by the ELI before they can be eligible for a GSI appointment in LS&A.
Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience as a GSI is desired.
- LSA graduate students are preferred.
- Knowledge of AI/ML mechanisms such as reinforcement learning, unsupervised and supervised learning, training a neural network, and transformers.
- Be comfortable with Python (e.g., know basic control structures and function and class definitions, comfortable working with Python programs of 100-500 lines of code).
Course Description
The Linguistics Department is looking to hire 2 GSIs in the Winter 2027 term to manage undergraduate instructional aides (IAs), grade, and lead lab sections for faculty-led lectures in the following course:
- LING 321: Alien Anatomy: How ChatGPT Works, 2 sections (anticipated enrollment: 160 students)
Students will learn about the basic AI and machine learning techniques that make up UM ChatGPT, such as neural networks, back propagation, transformers, training, and guardrails. Students will build several AI projects, including a chatbot, image recognizer, and gesture recognizer. Readings and discussions will explore the limitations, regulation, and comparisons with humans to ChatGPT and similar LLM technologies.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Contact Information
For questions about how to apply for the position, please contact linguistics-ssc@umich.edu.
Decision Making Process
The course instructor will make the hiring decisions in consultation with the Linguistics Department Graduate team.
Selection Process
Applications are reviewed, and decisions made, based on each applicant's knowledge, experience, and past teaching record. Preferential consideration will be given to applicants with relevant academic preparation for teaching the course material.
GEO Contract Information
The University will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, familial status, parental status or pregnancy status, sex, gender identity or expression (whether actual or perceived), sexual orientation, age, height, weight, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, HIV antibody status, political belief, membership in any social or political organization, participation in a grievance or complaint whether formal or informal, medical conditions including those related to pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, arrest record, or any other factor where the item in question will not interfere with job performance and where the employee is otherwise qualified. The University of Michigan agrees to abide by the protections afforded employees with disabilities as outlined in the rules and regulations which implement Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Information for the Office for Institutional Equity may be found at https://oie.umich.edu/ and for the University Ombuds at https://ombuds.umich.edu/
Unsuccessful applications will be retained for consideration in the event that there are last minute openings for available positions. In the event that an employee does not receive their preferred assignment, they can request a written explanation or an in-person interview with the hiring agents(s) to be scheduled at a mutually agreed upon time.
This position, as posted, is subject to a collective bargaining agreement between the Regents of the University of Michigan and the Graduate Employees' Organization, American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO 3550.
Standard Practice Guide 601.38, Required Disclosure of Felony Charges and/or Felony Convictions applies to all Graduate Student Assistants (GSAs). SPG 601.38 may be accessed online at https://spg.umich.edu/policy/601.38, and its relation to your employment can be found in MOU 10 of your employment contract.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Job Opening ID
285129
Working Title
GSI for Ling 321 (Winter 2027)
Job Title
GRAD STU INSTR
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Part-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
College Of Lsa
Department
LSA Linguistics
Posting Begin/End Date
10/30/2026 - 11/13/2026
Career Interest
Graduate Students
Graduate Student Instructors (GEO)
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Entry Level Graduate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level graduate job?
Focus on what you can show rather than what you have done. Employers hiring at the entry level look for relevant coursework, internship experience, personal projects, or a portfolio that demonstrates practical skills. Tailor your resume to each posting, highlight transferable skills from part-time or volunteer work, and apply broadly since many entry level roles are designed to train candidates from the ground up.
Which companies hire entry level graduates?
Companies hiring entry level graduates right now include TikTok, Westwood Professional Services, and GlobalFoundries, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The hiring mix covers large corporations with formal graduate programs and smaller organizations that fill junior roles on a rolling basis throughout the year.
Are there remote entry level graduate jobs?
Yes, though on-site roles still make up a significant share of the market. About 8% of entry level graduate openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability varying by industry and function. Tech-adjacent and administrative roles tend to offer the most flexibility for candidates at this stage.
Are these new grad graduate jobs?
Yes. These listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles across a wide range of fields. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or co-ops in place of full-time history, or explicitly invites candidates to apply based on a portfolio or relevant coursework rather than years on a resume.
Which industries hire the most entry level graduates?
Entry level graduate roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Technology & Software, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors tend to drive hiring at this level because they run structured onboarding programs, have high turnover in junior positions, or rely on a steady pipeline of new talent to support growth.