Administrative Assistant Intern

Southern Arkansas University; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A fast-growing tech startup in Falls Church, VA, is looking for a motivated Administrative Assistant Intern for a part-time, on-site position of 10–20 hours per week. Ideal for college students, the role involves organizing administrative tasks such as scheduling, data entry, and coordinating meetings. Applicants should be enrolled as sophomores or above and possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication abilities. The internship offers valuable experience and mentorship while accommodating academic schedules.

Qualifications

• Enrolled as a sophomore or above, preferably studying Business Administration, Communications, or Management.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day administrative tasks such as scheduling, filing, and data entry.
• Coordinate meetings, take notes, and manage calendars.
• Support internal communications and maintain organized documentation.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Excellent written communication

Excellent verbal communication

Proactive mindset

Education

Sophomore or above in college

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Slack

Notion

Asana

Trello

Job description

We are a fast-growing tech startup based in Falls Church, VA, passionate about building innovative tools and technology-driven solutions for businesses. Our team values creativity, collaboration, and efficiency, and we are looking for a motivated and organized Administrative Assistant Intern to help keep our operations running smoothly. This part-time, on-site role (approximately 10–20 hours per week, flexible around class schedules) is ideal for a student who wants hands‑on experience in business operations, organization, and startup management.

As an Administrative Assistant Intern, you will assist with day‑to‑day administrative tasks such as scheduling, filing, and data entry, as well as coordinating meetings, taking notes, and managing calendars. You will help support internal communications, maintain organized documentation, assist with onboarding new interns and employees, and manage office supplies to ensure the workspace is functional and efficient. Additionally, you may contribute to internal projects and process improvements and provide general support to team members and leadership.

To be considered, you must be enrolled as a sophomore or above in college, preferably studying Business Administration, Communications, Management, or a related field. You should have strong organizational and multitasking skills, attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication abilities, and be comfortable using common office software such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, or Slack. A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a proactive mindset are essential.

Preferred qualifications include experience with project management tools such as Notion, Asana, or Trello, an interest in technology and startups, and the ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and discretion. This internship offers the opportunity to gain hands‑on experience working directly with a startup leadership team, learn about business operations and project management, receive mentorship from experienced professionals, and work on a flexible schedule that accommodates your academic commitments.