Department: Office of Study Abroad
Salary: $12.00 per hour
Description:
The Office of Study Abroad seeks a dependable, customer-focused Federal Work-Study Student Assistant to support daily office operations and assist with promoting international education opportunities at UHD. This position provides hands-on experience in customer service, event planning, marketing, and office administration.
Work Schedule:
- Must be available to work up to 20 hours per week during regular university business hours
- Morning availability (8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.) is strongly preferred. Final work schedule will be determined based on office needs and the student's class schedule
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Welcome students and visitors and respond to general office inquiries
- Assist students with navigating the Study Abroad application portal and locating required forms and resources
- Refer students to professional staff for advising regarding programs, visas, financial aid, and academic planning
- Answer phones, monitor emails, and provide general office support
- Maintain electronic and paper records, including data entry and filing
- Assist with social media, marketing materials, and website updates
- Support Study Abroad Fairs, First Step Information Sessions, orientations, and other events
- Prepare student packets, promotional materials, and office communications
- Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Professionalism and confidentiality
- Basic computer proficiency
- Preferred Software
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
- Canva
- Microsoft Teams
- Social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, etc.)
Minimum Qualifications:
- Current UHD student
- Eligible for Federal Work-Study funding
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
Good academic, financial, and disciplinary standing
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All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.
