Serving as the nation’s first university and as Philadelphia’s largest private employer, Penn offers great potential for a career in student affairs. The Division of University Life plays a critical role in the collegiate experience at Penn. We look for mission-driven applicants who demonstrate a collaborative approach to their work, a passion for lifelong learning, and a deep love for students.
University of Pennsylvania is selected as one of the “2023 Most Promising Places to Work in Student Affairs” by Diverse: Issues In Higher Education.
The selection process focuses on workplace diversity, staffing practices, and work environment, the research uses a web-based survey approach to examine categories such as family friendliness, salary and benefits, and professional development opportunities.
The Life at Penn Staff Edition highlights our incredible team of advisors and educators, dynamic community builders, crisis managers, and partners dedicated to providing an engaging student experience here at Penn.
Associate Director, Platt Student Performing Arts House
Executive Director, Career Services
Associate Director, Community Engagement & Student Development, Space and Events Management
Associate Director, Office of Student Affairs (OSA)
Associate Director, Operations, Weingarten Center
All applications must be submitted through Workday@Penn, the University of Pennsylvania online application portal. Below are positions available within University Life, however information about jobs across all parts of the University can be found at Workday@Penn and can be filtered using key words. Check back often as new positions and opportunities will be opening at University Life.
The Associate Director is part of the Graduate Student/Postdoctoral Fellow Team at Career Services. Career Services is a centralized office which serves all undergraduates and
The Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Center enriches the experience, fosters success, celebrates victories, and affirms the existence of Penn’s LGBTQ+ undergraduates, professional and graduate students,
The Associate Director (AD) provides lead counseling, consultation, and program development related to interpersonal violence, mental health, and general wellness for all students, staff, and
Centered around the Houston Hall student center, Perelman Quadrangle is a collection of facilities and common space utilized by the entire Penn community and its
Centered around the Houston Hall student center, Perelman Quadrangle is a collection of facilities and common space utilized by the entire Penn community and its
The Division of University Life supports 25,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students through its 17 departments located across campus. Our division is the hub for academic and career support, student involvement and leadership development, and culturally based community engagement. We work very closely with institution’s other student-facing departments to ensure students feel a sense of belonging during Penn journeys.