Student Office Assistant

Babson College; Wellesley (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The First-Gen & Limited-Income Network (FLI Network) at Babson College is seeking a Student Office Assistant to support the main office and guests while learning campus resources. This entry-level role offers part-time hours and exposure to student success programming.

You will greet visitors, assist with events, and help maintain space and supplies; enrollment as an undergraduate student is required, with a 2.5+ GPA to remain eligible.

Qualifications

• Enrollment as Babson College undergraduate student (required).
• GPA of 2.5 or higher at start of employment.
• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and maintain confidentiality of students.
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Flexibility and willingness to assume new tasks and special projects.
• Fluency in computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Responsibilities

• Staff main office area to ensure general office presence and access; greet and support guests.
• Maintain a clean and safe working and social space; organize space and supplies.
• Assess office supplies and communicate with staff when orders are needed.
• Assist guests, particularly students, identify and access college resources and opportunities.
• Assist FLI Interns/Fellows in program administration; event setup/cleanup, attendance tracking, etc.
• Engage in program development if interested and aligned with goals.
• Assume additional responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Oral communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Willingness to take on new tasks

Education

Undergraduate student at Babson College

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Student Office Assistant DEPARTMENT FLI Network REPORTS TO Manager, FLI Network PAY RATE $15/Hour

THE OPPORTUNITY

The First-Gen & Limited-Income Network (FLI Network) is a new initiative at Babson College, building upon existing programming and resources across campus offices and groups. The FLI Network falls within Babson College Student Success, which takes an integrative, synergetic, student-centered approach to developing entrepreneurial leaders. We provide a seamless and supportive living-learning environment that prioritizes self-advocacy, health, and well-being as central to academic, personal, and professional success. FLI Network leverages this approach with a focus on students whose parents have not completed a 4-year college degree within or outside of the United States. As a population, first-generation students at Babson have grown from 9% in 2019 to 21% of undergraduate enrollment in 2024. We coordinate efforts across the College and develop a comprehensive strategy to support all first-generation students. In Fall 2025, the formerly titled Office of First-Gen Student Success expanded to engage first-generation and the larger student body with limited-income backgrounds. We strive to provide community and awareness of the strengths and opportunities for all first-generation and limited-income Babson students.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Staff main office area to ensure general office presence and access, including greeting and supporting guests as needed
• Help to maintain a clean and safe working and social space through general cleaning and organization of space and supplies
• Assess office supplies and resources and communicate with staff when orders are needed
• Assist guests, particularly students, identify and access college resources and opportunities as needed
• Assist FLI Interns/Fellows in programing administration, including but not limited to event set-up/clean-up, attendance tracking, etc. (Optional)
• Office Assistants may engage in the development of a program if interested and aligned with their professional development goals.
• Assume additional responsibilities as needed

WHAT EDUCATION AND SKILLS YOU WILL NEED

Enrollment as a Babson College undergraduate student (required). This role is ideal for a first-year student or someone looking for entry-level exposure. Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher at the start of employment. For new students, minimum GPA must be met to return for subsequent semesters. Ability to demonstrate sensitivity and maintain confidentiality of students entering and engaging with the FLI Network staff and programming Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skill Attention to detail Flexibility and willingness to assume new tasks and special projects Fluency in computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc

HOW AND WHERE YOU WILL WORK

Hours: Part Time; ~5 hours per week Non-negotiable based on office needs Opportunity for additional hours to support events and office tasks as-needed Location: In-Office Start Date: September 14, 2026 Term Details: The role will be hired on a semester basis. Continued employment is dependent on if the hired student’s schedule meets the Office coverage need for the following semester The Office is typically open M-F 9:00am-4:30pm, with nights and weekends as needed; working hours will be in-office.

About Us

We’re all different. We’re all Babson. Babson College is a world-class business school, empowering entrepreneurial leaders to create great economic and social value - everywhere. Here you’ll find a collaborative, collegial team environment designed to include and motivate every individual. It’s a rewarding and invigorating workplace – an exciting launch pad for anyone who wants to make a real impact in higher education. We provide everything you need to achieve your goals, including learning and development opportunities, outstanding benefits, rich rewards, wellness programs, and a genuine dedication to creating a diverse, multicultural and inclusive community.