Front Desk Student Assistant - Fall 2026

Auburn University; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 13,776 - 20,664; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Gain valuable work experience

Build your network

Make a difference in your community

Job summary

Auburn University is seeking an Enrollment Operations Front Desk Student Assistant for Fall 2026. This role is essential in welcoming prospective students and their families while gaining valuable experience in higher education administration. Responsibilities include administrative support to staff, data entry, customer service, and communication with inquiries. Candidates must be enrolled at Auburn and possess strong communication skills, customer service orientation, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This is a part-time position with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Enrolled and actively taking classes at Auburn University during the Fall 2026 semester.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Friendly and approachable demeanor with a strong commitment to customer service.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in tasks.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other team members.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with database management.
• A positive attitude and enthusiasm for promoting the institution.

Responsibilities

• Assist Undergraduate Admissions staff with preparing materials for guests.
• Accurately input and maintain information in the admissions database.
• Respond to inquiries from prospective students and families via different channels.
• Collaborate with the admissions team to answer email queries.
• Organize and maintain physical and electronic files.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong Communication Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Attention to Detail

Team Player

Technical Proficiency

Enthusiasm

Education

Enrollment at Auburn University during Fall 2026

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

The Office of Enrollment Management Operations is seeking motivated, forward-facing, result-oriented applicants for the position of Enrollment Operations Front Desk Student Assistant for Fall 2026!

As a Front Desk Student Assistant, you will be an integral part of our admissions team, welcoming prospective students and their families to Auburn’s campus. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable experience in higher education administration and develop professional skills that will benefit you in your future career.

Responsibilities

• Provide Administrative Support: Assist Undergraduate Admissions staff with preparing, compiling, and printing materials for guests and maintaining the lobby & hospitality areas.
• Data Entry: Accurately input and maintain guest/applicant information in the admissions database (Slate).
• Customer Service: Respond to inquiries from prospective students and their families via phone, email, and in-person visits. Provide general information about the admissions process, program offerings, and campus life.
• Communication: Collaborate with the admissions team to answer email queries about campus tours and general admissions information.
• File Management: Organize and maintain physical and electronic files related to admissions.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Enrolled and actively taking classes at Auburn University during the 2026 fall semester.

You must also have these qualifications:

• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer Service Orientation: Friendly and approachable demeanor with a strong commitment to providing excellent customer service.
• Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and administrative tasks.
• Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively with other student assistants and professional staff members of the admissions team.
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with database management.
• Enthusiasm: A positive attitude and enthusiasm for promoting the institution and its programs.

Why Work at Auburn?

Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University?

• Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
• Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
• Make a difference! Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.

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