Work Study Student

Philadelphia University; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

As a student employee, you will develop professionalism, confidentiality, and time management while balancing academics; shifts are scheduled around coursework and funding guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the day to day maintenance and responsibilities of the assigned department.
• Responsible for clerical functions including answering phones, filing, scheduling, organizing, etc.
• Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Data entry

Scheduling

Clerical tasks

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Job Details Summary

The Student Work Study position provides currently enrolled university students with part-time employment opportunities that support departmental operations while fostering professional growth and skill development. Student employees may be federally funded through the Federal Work-Study Program or institutionally funded; however, job responsibilities and performance expectations remain consistent regardless of funding source. Student Work Study employees perform a variety of entry‑level administrative, operational, customer service, research, or program support duties, depending on departmental needs. Responsibilities may include assisting with office tasks, supporting events and programs, providing front‑line customer service, data entry, filing, light research assistance, technology support, or other general support functions. This role is designed to complement the student's academic experience by promoting workplace readiness, accountability, communication skills, and time management. Student employees are expected to maintain professionalism, confidentiality (where applicable), and compliance with university policies while balancing work responsibilities with their academic commitments. Positions are part‑time, scheduled around academic coursework, and limited to the maximum allowable weekly hours in accordance with university and funding guidelines.

Job Duties

• Assists in the day to day maintenance and responsibilities of the assigned department.
• Responsible for clerical functions including answering phones, filing, scheduling, organizing, etc.
• Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED.

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use. Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer

This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type: Temporary Employee

Entity: Philadelphia University

Primary Location Address: 3101 School House Lane, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.