The information listed below is for current Rutgers-Camden undergraduate and graduate students interested in becoming a Resident Assistant. There is a separate process for graduate students interested in our Graduate Program Coordinator positions.
Position Overview
Resident Assistants (RA) are student staff members of the Office of Housing & Residence Life. Housing & Residence Life believes that living in residence facilities provides students with an essential part of their education that helps to develop the complete and self-directed person. The RA is the most immediate link with residence hall students and must serve as a resource person for students living on the floor and in the hall. The RA works to fulfill a role extending into many aspects of student wellbeing. RAs are student staff that have received much training in order to live in the community and assist others. Resident Assistants are here to listen to your concerns and enforce University policies. They may also be contacted for general questions, concerns, or problems. RAs facilitate, plan, and implement community development and educational activities within the residence halls. A core part of this role is serving on duty in an on-call rotation to respond to after-hours crisis situations.
Late and/or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
- In order to apply, applicants must attend an Information Session and should review the information listed on this webpage.
- Off-Campus applicants are welcomed to apply! Please contact housing@camden.rutgers.edu if you plan to attend an information session and are a non-residential student.
- A resume and cover letter are required as part of the application. These documents should highlight your motivation for wanting to be an RA, any transferrable skills you possess, leadership skills, involvement in extracurricular activities, and any other relevant experience.
- If you need assistance with your resume or cover letter, please contact the Career Center.
Qualifications
In order to apply to be a Resident Assistant you must meet the following qualifications:
- Be enrolled as a full-time student in good academic standing at Rutgers-Camden
- Have completed a minimum of 12 credits at the time of application submission
- Have a semester and cumulative GPA of 2.5 or better
- Must be in good judicial standing with the University
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Compensation
Resident Assistants receive the following compensation:
- Free single bedroom assignment within an apartment or suite
- Free meal plan for each semester of employment
Any Questions?
Questions related to the recruitment process can be directed to OHRL at housing@camden.rutgers.edu.
Application Timeline for the Resident Assistant Position
APPLICATION CLOSES: Friday, March 14, 2025 at 11:59pm
GROUP PROCESS INTERVIEW DAY: Saturday, March 29, 2025
INDIVIDUAL CALL BACK INTERVIEWS for RA Position: Sunday, March 30, 2025
Thank you for your interest!