Student Associate

University of Texas at Austin; Utah; On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Student Associate for the Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost on UT Main Campus. The role provides front-desk support, basic office tasks, and light logistics assistance to ensure smooth daily operations.

The position requires strong communication, Excel/Word skills, and reliability. It is in-person, part-time (16 hours/week), with a start date of January 1, 2027 and duration through May 15, 2027.

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with general office equipment and computer use.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and UT applications.
• Excellent organization, problem solving, and multitasking.
• Currently enrolled student at UT Austin in good standing.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs and stand/walk.

Responsibilities

• Staff front desk with customer service and greet visitors with hospitality.
• Support general office operations tasks.
• Assist in meeting logistics, setup, and cleanup.
• Assist with regular checks and stocking of kitchen and office supplies.
• Retrieve office mail and distribute as appropriate.
• Create and manage spreadsheets using Excel and Word.

Skills

Communication

Computer literacy

MS Office

Organization & multitasking

Physical ability

Education

UT Austin student in good standing

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

UT applications

Job description

Job Posting Title:

Student Associate

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Hiring Department:

Office of the Executive Vice President and Provost

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

16

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt from FLSA

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Earliest Start Date:

Jan 01, 2027

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until May 15, 2027

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

Purpose

The Officeof the Executive Vice President and Provostislooking for a student associatewithexcellent customer service skills, good attention to detail andwho is self-motivatedto help with general office duties.

Responsibilities

• Support generalfront desk when neededincluding answeringphones,greetingall visitors and staff to our office, andhelpingwith visitors’ questionswith an elevated level of customer service and hospitality.
• Support general office operations tasks.
• Assistinmeetinglogisticsincluding set up, clean up, and reset.
• Assistwith regular checksand stockingofkitchen andoffice supplies.
• Retrieve office mail and distribute asappropriate.
• Creating and managing spreadsheets and tables, using Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.
• Assistwith electronic and paper files, scanning and uploading, and shreddingwhen necessary.
• Deliver items to other buildings on campus when needed.
• Assistwith inventory.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to express thoughts clearly and ask questions.
• Experience using computer and office equipment in a general office customer service setting.
• ProficientinMicrosoft Office Suite and UT applications.
• Organization and problem-solving skills with exceptional multi-tasking; ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines for successful completion of work.
• Currentstudent at UT Austinin good academic standing (not on academic probation, continuedprobationor academic dismissal).
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.And walking orstanding.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Available duringlunch timehoursand/or until 5:00 pmis a plus.

Salary Range

$14.00/hour

Working Conditions

• Work schedule is Monday-Friday (flexible) 7:45am -5:00 pm (12-16 hours a week)
• This position in-person and located on the UT Campus.

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• Letter of interest
• Availability for Spring 2027

Employment Eligibility:

Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Retirement Plan Eligibility:

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.