If you played college football in the past, have an interest in coaching, and seeking a graduate degree, an opportunity has opened up on the Penn State Football staff.
According to a job posting on HigherEdJobs, there is a Graduate Assistant position open on a part time basis.
The responsibilities for the position include:
“Specifically designated aspects of the football program, exercises independent judgment in providing technical expertise in the fundamentals of football, teaching student-athletes basic and advanced skills. Assist with preparation for practices, game management for home games and team travel responsibilities. Candidates will also assist with community relations and outreach activities as well as work summer camps and clinics as needed.”
Other required prerequisites include admittance into Penn State graduate program and the ability to commit and follow all NCAA rules.

The successful graduate assistant candidate that will join Franklin’s 12th staff at Penn State will include the following newcomers and those promoted during the offseason: Jim Knowles (defensive coordinator), Stan Drayton (running backs coach), Matt Colangelo (special teams analyst), Shane Eachus (defensive analyst and analytics coordinator), Greg Gattuso (senior defensive analyst), Andrew Jackson (assistant defensive line coach), Trace McSorley (assistant quarterbacks coach), Allen Tucker (special teams analyst), Brent Zdebski (defensive analyst and analytics coordinator), Naz Oliver (recruiting coordinator), and Aeneas Hawkins (Assistant Director of Player Advancement & Revenue Sharing Strategy).
Penn State opens its 2025 season at home August 30 against Nevada.































