This opportunity is curated through the UF TESI Environmental Leaders Network. Opportunities posted through the Network may not be affiliated with the Florida Museum or TESI, but are shared with UF undergraduate students who want to learn more about environmental research, education and outreach, and civic engagement.
Host Organization
Department of Natural History
Type of position
Paid job, $14/ hour
Position description
The Department of Natural History is seeking a federal work-study student for an administrative assistant position. The administrative assistant will collaborate closely with the Natural History Department Admin in completing required duties and assigned projects. This role requires 10 to 12 hours per week in person at Dickinson Hall for at least two semesters. Must have availability on Fridays, 11 am-5 pm.
Duties include, but not limited to:
- Event and meeting setup
- Webpage updates and maintenance, including reviewing blog posts
- Sort incoming mail, assist in processing outgoing mail
- Common office activities including data entry, printing, scanning, copying, filing
- Other general duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Federal Work Study award required. The award must cover Fall 2023, Spring 2024
- Ability to work in person at Dickinson Hall, 10 to 12 hours per week. Availability on Fridays, 11 am-5 pm required. Other hours are typically scheduled Monday through Thursday between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm
- Must be able to work independently and with a team
Application Due
11/17/2023
To apply:
University of Florida – Details – Federal Work Study – Student Assistant (Natural History Admin)
Include a cover letter, resume/CV, and proof of your FWS award. This position is only available to University of Florida students.
*Students seeking FWS employment should print/screenshot a copy of their Financial Aid Award Page, which contains the Federal Work Study award as proof of FWS eligibility. To locate your Financial Aid Award Page, go to https://one.uf.edu/financialaid/aidyear