University Employment

Working at Ohio State while completing your nursing degree can be a wise financial decision. Student employment opportunities—such as roles at the Wexner Medical Center or across campus—allow you to earn income while gaining valuable experience. Many positions offer tuition assistance or eligibility for work-study, helping to reduce the cost of your education. In addition, student employees may qualify for university benefits like health coverage and employee discounts. Gaining paid experience not only supports you financially during school but also strengthens your earning potential after graduation. Below are resources that can assist you in seeking employment.

Graduate Associateships

The College of Nursing often employs graduate students as teaching associates (GTAs) and research associates (GRAs). There are limited GA positions available in the College of Nursing as these positions are dependent upon the needs of the college and budget restraints. Students who are awarded a GA position may not also hold a staff position or student worker position at Ohio State or the Wexner Medical Center. 

Graduate associate positions awarded at 50 percent benefit require a commitment of approximately 20 hours per week. In addition to this commitment, master's students and pre-candidacy doctoral students must be enrolled for a minimum of eight credit hours in autumn and spring semesters and a minimum of four credit hours in summer semester.  

Post-candidacy doctoral students must be enrolled for a minimum of three credit hours each semester. The Graduate School provides information on the graduate associate application process, eligibility, appointments, responsibilities, compensation and more.