Employment

Residence Life

Applications for Summer 2026 and for the 2026-2027 Academic year Resident Assistant positions have been reopened on a rolling basis - apply today!

Are you interested in becoming a Resident Assistant (RA)? A Resident Assistant (RA) is a student leader who creates a supportive and inclusive community in the residence halls by providing peer support, organizing programs and events, and promoting a safe and positive living environment.

To apply for either Summer 2026, or the 2026-2027 Academic year, or both terms, please submit your materials in the Housing Portal. You will need to prepare a current resume. The position descriptions for those roles are included below.

The application will be open on a rolling basis, and when the Summer and Fall 2026 vacant RA positions are filled, the application will close. Please apply as soon as possible if you are interested in the role(s)!

Any questions should be directed to reslife@pdx.edu.

Student Employment

Customer Service

Broadway Service Desk

The Broadway Service Desk is the main package hub for all residents. Desk Assistants are responsible for answering questions via email, phone, and walk-ins, processing and issuing keys and packages, and basic data entry. Broadway Service Desk Job Description

* Accepting Applications.

Housing Ambassador

The Housing Ambassadors act as representatives of Portland State University Housing and Residence Life. They provide clear, consistent factual information to students, families and staff about University Housing and Residence Life amenities, services, and policies to promote the on-campus living experience. Housing Ambassador Job Description.

*Applications currently closed.

Service Desk Application

Housing Ambassador Application

Student Graphic Designer

Support departmental print, social media, email, web, and general communication needs for University Housing & Residence Life. Must be available for 6-12 hours/week and have intermediate skills using Adobe InDesign and Adobe Illustrator. Student Graphic Designer job description.

*Application Currently Closed.

Apply to to be the Student Graphic Designer

Summer Housing and Conferences: Guest Assistant

Do you thrive when you are on a team? Would you like to gain experience working with University Housing? Would customer service and program operations experience help boost your resume?

*Applications are closed,

Summer Guest Assistant Job Application

Professional Staff Employment

Looking for a professional job with University Housing and Residence Life? All professional UHRL positions are posted on PSU's job posting page.

More information about being a Residence Director with UHRL can be found on our Residence Director Information Page.