u/ventequel0

hello,
i am about to start my second year in the MS in Computer Science program at CU Boulder, and I am interested in getting a grader position for the upcoming academic year.

back in May and June, i reached out to a few professors to ask about grading opportunities. Most of them replied saying it was too early and that I should wait, but none of them mentioned when they actually start hiring or when I should reach out again.

for those who have been graders before:

• when do professors usually start looking for graders for the Fall semester?
• is there a template email you could share with me (comments or dm, anything's fine)
• should I email professors again in July, early August, or wait until classes begin?
• are grader positions mostly filled through emails to professors, or is there another application process I should be aware of?

i would appreciate ANY AND ALL advice or experiences from current or former graders.

thanks ^^