Student Administrative Assistant (FWS) – Career Development

American University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

American University is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant (Federal Work Study) in the School of International Service's Office of Career Development. You will build a weekly career newsletter, track event engagement, promote programs, and support day-of event logistics on campus.

Strong written and verbal communication, organization, and multitasking are essential. Eligibility includes Federal Work Study and being an undergraduate or graduate student in international studies,

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for Federal Work Study.
• Undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a degree in international studies, communications, or a related field is preferred.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create the jobs and internships list for the weekly career e-newsletter via Handshake, with supervision.
• Attend SIS OCD and other career-related events on campus to support day-of event logistics.
• Assist with event promotion and monitor registrations via Handshake and other platforms.
• Design, distribute, and collect post-event and post-advising surveys; report major findings.
• Respond to student, faculty, staff, and external emails and phone inquiries as needed.
• Attend weekly planning meetings with the Director and Assistant Director.
• Support other duties as assigned by the Director/Assistant Director.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organization

Time management

Team player

Multitasking

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student

Field: international studies or communications

Tools

Handshake

Zoom

Job description

American University is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant (Federal Work Study) in the School of International Service's Office of Career Development. You will build a weekly career newsletter, track event engagement, promote programs, and support day-of event logistics on campus.

Strong written and verbal communication, organization, and multitasking are essential. Eligibility includes Federal Work Study and being an undergraduate or graduate student in international studies,