Special Projects Intern

Florida Atlantic University; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Special Projects Intern for Davie, FL. The role involves supporting front desk staff, answering inquiries, and assisting with programs and events across campus.

The position requires a degree-seeking graduate student with a 3.0 GPA, US work authorization, and strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. CPR/First Aid is preferred. Location is Boca Raton with ~20 hours per week, part-time.

Qualifications

• Degree-seeking graduate student with minimum 5 credit hours (9 if international) and a minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Authorized to work in the United States is required.
• Demonstrated strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Answer questions for students, faculty, staff, and the community by phone or in-person.
• Provide support to the front desk staff, as needed.
• Report and communicate facility issues or concerns.
• Educate and enforce policies and procedures.
• Assist with various programs and events.
• Brainstorm ideas and provide feedback for programs and events.
• Report any program or event related issues or concerns.
• Work with programs staff on other tasks and projects.
• Identify budget for program supplies and staffing with facilities and operations staff.
• Assist Marketing Team with tabling and social media content brainstorming.
• Collaborate with departments to promote events.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Independence

Teamwork

CPR/First Aid

Education

Graduate student status

Job description

Special Projects Intern - Davie, FL

Position Summary

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Special Projects Intern - Davie, FL

Responsibilities

• Answer questions for students, faculty, staff, and the community by phone or in-person.
• Providing support to the front desk staff, as needed
• Report and communicate facility issues or concerns.
• Educate and enforce policies and procedures
• Assist with various programs and events.
• Brainstorm ideas and provide feedback for programs and events.
• Report any program or event related issues or concerns.
• Work with programs staff on other various tasks and projects.
• Identifying budget for program supplies and staffing k with facilities and operations staff on other tasks and projects as needed.
• Assisting the Marketing Team with tabling efforts, as needed
• Brainstorming ideas for engaging content with Marketing Team for all social media platforms
• Collaborate with other departments, within Campus Recreation and the university, to promote events
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Minimum Qualifications

• Degree-seeking graduate student with a minimum of five credit hours (or nine if international) and a minimum 3.0 GPA.
• Authorized to work in the United States is required.
• Demonstrated strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• CPR/AED and First Aid Certification are preferred.

Compensation & Work Details

• Salary: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour.
• Temporary Student College or Department: Division of Student Affairs
• Location: Boca Raton
• Work Days and Hours: Monday - Sunday - Approximately 20 hours per week with early mornings, late nights and weekends.
• Application Deadline: 2026-09-07
• This is a part-time position.
• Contract type and working hours: Part-time (Approximately 20 hours per week).

Application Documents Required

• Resume
• OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED: Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

Pre-Employment Screenings Required

• Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment.
• Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

Request for Accommodations

• Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at [e-mail].
• To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Florida Atlantic University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer that complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination.

Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers

Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research‑related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non‑university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).

About Florida Atlantic University

Florida Atlantic University is Where Tomorrow Begins. As a nationally recognized Carnegie R1 research institution and one of only 13 universities nationwide to also hold Carnegie designations for Opportunity and Community Engagement, Florida Atlantic is advancing discovery, driving economic growth, and preparing graduates to lead in a rapidly changing world. As South Florida’s Hometown University, Florida Atlantic serves as a destination for learning, culture, athletics, and community engagement. Through NCAA Division I athletics, world‑class performing arts and cultural events, public lectures, gallery exhibitions, environmental education programs, and one of the nation’s largest Osher Lifelong Learning Institutes, Florida Atlantic welcomes thousands of residents, visitors, and learners to its campuses each year. From inspiring environmental education programs to providing enriching experiences for retirees, professionals, families, and sports fans, Florida Atlantic is deeply connected to the communities it serves. Through these experiences and partnerships, the university helps strengthen the region’s cultural vitality, workforce, economy and quality of life. For more information, visit www.fau.edu.