SPRING 2026 GSAPP ASSISTANTSHIPS APPLICATION

Please follow the instructions below.  If your application is incomplete or your files are incorrectly named, they may not be considered.  

 

All master’s students who will be registered at GSAPP for 12 or more points per semester in the Spring 2026 semester will be eligible to apply according to the eligibility criteria outlined for each position. The assignment of assistantships is made on the basis of qualifications for each position. Because these are merit-based positions, preference is given to applicants who have experience in the course or subject matter. Students are only eligible for one position per semester.
 

Assistantship holders will be asked to work 12 hours per week, with compensation of $6,338. 

 

Applications are due Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 11:59pm (EST).

 

1.  Contact Information

 

2. Please click APPLY below next to each position for which you are applying. 

 

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ARCHITECTURE Programs

 

assistantship code: Mentor

Eligibility: A 2nd or 3rd year MArch student who has received a HP or P in all previous studio classes, and is familiar with the GSAPP procedures and facilities: Avery Library, digital programs, fabrication shops and studio culture.

Job Description: Core Studio TAs are crucial in implementing and collaborating in the Core II curriculum, which requires a willingness to make a long-term commitment to the growth of the students and the school as a whole. They must be highly energetic and excited to collaborate. The Assistants can gain valuable, critical experience.

Each Core Studio TA will be assigned to an individual studio section and work with students in the design studio, as well as after hours (including providing some time over weekends), approximately 12 hours per week. They will help students via desk crits, tutorials, section workshops, and outside resources, with special attention and care given to basic representation skills. They also will help prepare collective shows and reviews. Furthermore, TAs are there to boost the studio atmosphere, providing general guidance and support. They should document reviews with photographs and notes for the studio. They will work in tandem with critics to further engage with student development and maintain a higher standard of work.

Core Studio TAs will also coordinate with Representation TAs in order to ensure a connection between ADR and studio work, and provide students with access to a greater number of available resources and people.

As a role model for Core II students, Core Studio TAs have the opportunity to interact with new architectural ideas and aid in the development of meaningful conversation and relationships among students at GSAPP.

***Please submit two GSAPP studio critic references and, at the end of the application, a link or attach your portfolio along with your cover letter. 

Hours per week: 12

Supervisor: Core Studio Faculty 

 

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assistantship code: Tech

Eligibility: Master's students in M.Arch, MSAAD, and other Architecture programs and qualified students in other GSAPP master's programs; preference given to students who have completed the relevant coursework

Background/Skills: Excellent technical, organizational and communication skills. Proficiency in the required software for each class, as stated below. Students should indicate the course they are interested in applying for as TAs. 

Job Description: Dependent on skills and experience, the assignment may include one of the following areas:

• Tech II: Support the TECH II course through both in-class and preparatory work. Responsibilities include reviewing and assisting with student assignments, developing and demonstrating structural modeling examples, preparing visual and instructional aids, organizing lab sessions and room assignments, and assisting with reading lists related to structural systems and analysis.
• Tech V: Support the TECH V course, which integrates life-cycle analysis and material experimentation. This role requires familiarity with Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) tools such as Tally, Ansys Granta, or One Click LCA. Experience with material prototyping in the Making Studio (e.g., clay, steel, wood, or other building materials) is highly beneficial. Responsibilities include leading software support sessions (including REVIT), preparing visual and instructional aids, coordinating room assignments for multiple mentors, organizing and attending software labs, and assisting with reading and resource lists.

In your application cover letter, please indicate your area of interest.

Hours per week: 12

Supervisor: Tech Faculty

 

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assistantship code: Computation

Eligibility: Master's students in Architecture programs and qualified students in other GSAPP master's programs.

Background/Skills: Proficiency with the standard suite of architectural design tools used at GSAPP, and an advanced level of expertise in advanced topics such as Scripting, GIS, Image Making, Animation, and other specific softwares taught in Computation electives. Strong visual communication skills, ability to give constructive criticism, experiment, and have an open mind.

Job Description: Assist faculty teaching Computation electives, including but not limited to: giving software demos, leading hands-on tutorial sessions, giving advice and critiques to help students with all aspects of the course and facilities.

Applicants will be able to attach a work sample below.

Hours per week: 12

Supervisor: Computation Faculty

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assistantship code: UD

Eligibility: M.S. Architecture and Urban Design students

Background/Skills: Excellent organizational, communication, graphic design, and leadership skills.

Job Description: Responsible for supporting the Urban Design faculty with organization, research, course preparation, archiving and other program-related work. 

Hours per week: 12

Supervisor: UD Faculty

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HISTORIC PRESERVATION

assistantship code:  HP

Eligibility:  M.S. Historic Preservation students

Background/skills: good research, writing, technical, and organizational skills.

Job description: Responsible for supporting faculty in research, organization, course preparation, and coordinating class activities. May be required to attend classes/events and assist students. Dependent on skills and experience, the assignment may include one or more of the following areas:

• HP Courses and Studios - Assist in the preparation and archiving of HP courses and/or studios, facilitate guest speakers, advise students, and give tutorials.
• Digital/Graphics - Assist students with digital documentation, digital visualization techniques and software (such as Sketchup, Adobe Suite, Scene, Reality Capture, ReCap Photo, Lightroom, Rhino, Grasshopper, and Sketchfab) in courses and studios, and act as a general resource for students with technical questions related to coursework. May also be asked to give tutorials and provide technical and teaching support, compile studio reports, and archive work.
• GIS - Assist students with the use of ArcGIS in courses and studios, and act as a general resource for students with technical questions related to coursework. May also be asked to give tutorials and provide technical and teaching support and archive work.
• Lab - Prepare lab materials for courses, assist students in the lab, and give tutorials.
• Research - Assist faculty with research projects.

In your application cover letter, please indicate and rank your areas of interest: HP Courses, Digital (indicate software expertise), GIS, Lab, and/or Research.

Hours per week: 12

Supervisor: HP Faculty 

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REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT

assistantship code: RED

Eligibility: M.S. Real Estate Development students

Background/Skills: Excellent research, organizational, technical and communication skills. At least one year of work experience preferred.

Job description: Responsible for supporting faculty in organizing and coordinating class activities and providing technical support. Research skills are helpful. Required to attend classes and/or events, hold tutorials, and assist students. 

To Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter. In the cover letter, please indicate your anticipated availability throughout the week.

Hours per week: 12

Supervisor: RED Faculty / Adam Lubinsky

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URBAN PLANNING

assistantship code: UP

Eligibility: M.S. Urban Planning students

Background/Skills: Excellent research, organizational, technical and communication skills.

Job description: Responsible for supporting faculty in research, teaching and/or other academic activities. May be required to attend classes and/or events and assist students.

Assistants working with studios may be responsible for coordination of studio guests and tutorials; facilitating presentations; organizing and archiving studio work. May be required to give tutorials and assist students during class and/or regular office hours and via email.

In your application cover letter, please indicate your area of interest: General research assistant/course assistant.

Hours per week: 12

Supervisor: UP Faculty 

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3) ATTACH these documents 

• A one to two-page resume in pdf format using this naming format: youruni_Lastname.pdf 
  For example, if your name is Joe Smith and your UNI is jps3001, the file name for your resume should be jps3001_Smith.pdf.  
  
  
• A separate, one-page cover letter for each position to which you are applying outlining your qualifications for that position using this naming format: assistantshipcode_yourUNI.pdf
  For example, if your uni is jps3001 and you are applying for the Historic Preservation teaching assistantship, the cover letter you attached should be HP_jps3001.pdf.  
  
  
• For Core Mentorship and Computation positions, you can attach a work sample or portfolio file of up to 30Mb using this naming format: assistantshipcode_youruni_worksample.pdf  When you check the "APPLY" button for a position that requires a work sample, the file upload button for that work sample should appear. Providing links to online work either in your resume or coverletter is also acceptable.

If your application is incomplete or your files are incorrectly named, we may not be able to consider your submission.

Questions? Email assistantships@arch.columbia.edu