Education Abroad Program Assistant- Summer
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 25, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Education Abroad Program Assistant- Summer
Requisition Number
DU12051
Department Name
8Z300:UK International Center
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$12.00 per hour
Type of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
Open to all majors. Must have completed first year at UK and hold sophomore status or above.
Required Related Experience
Must have studied abroad through UK Education Abroad and Exchanges Office
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Able to lift 25 pounds; Comfortable sitting at computer for extended periods of time; able to walk across campus.
Shift
Schedule dependent upon student schedule and office need. Estimated period of employment Friday, April 26 – August 23, 2024. Estimated average 9 hours/week, roughly ~150 hours total
Job Summary
The UK Education Abroad & Exchanges Office is looking for motivated students to assist with summer office needs, such as tabling at on-campus events and Summer Orientations. Education Abroad Program Assistants (EAPAs) may be assigned a wide range of responsibilities, including but not limited to:
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Successful candidates must have a positive attitude and willingness to work with students, the initiative to start and complete projects, and strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidates must also be confident in both public speaking and interpersonal communication, and have working knowledge of Microsoft programs like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
05/01/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Education Abroad Program Assistant- Summer
Requisition Number
DU12051
Department Name
8Z300:UK International Center
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$12.00 per hour
Type of Position
Student
Position Time Status
Part-Time
Required Education
Open to all majors. Must have completed first year at UK and hold sophomore status or above.
Required Related Experience
Must have studied abroad through UK Education Abroad and Exchanges Office
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
Able to lift 25 pounds; Comfortable sitting at computer for extended periods of time; able to walk across campus.
Shift
Schedule dependent upon student schedule and office need. Estimated period of employment Friday, April 26 – August 23, 2024. Estimated average 9 hours/week, roughly ~150 hours total
Job Summary
The UK Education Abroad & Exchanges Office is looking for motivated students to assist with summer office needs, such as tabling at on-campus events and Summer Orientations. Education Abroad Program Assistants (EAPAs) may be assigned a wide range of responsibilities, including but not limited to:
- Participation in student outreach events on-campus, such as tabling or presentation
- Leading First Steps informational sessions.
- Peer-advising students and answering questions on the basics of study abroad.
- Assisting with projects around the office as needed.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Successful candidates must have a positive attitude and willingness to work with students, the initiative to start and complete projects, and strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidates must also be confident in both public speaking and interpersonal communication, and have working knowledge of Microsoft programs like Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply
05/01/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * You must be a UK student to hold this position. Are you a UK student?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Resume
