How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Job Summary
The University of Michigan-Dearborn SOAR program provides support, opportunities, advocacy, and resources for adult learners over age 25 pursuing their first undergraduate degree. SOAR has an opportunity available for a person with great initiative, flexibility and professionalism to work as a student assistant. This is a temporary part-time position for winter 2027 semester only.
10-12 hours per week. Schedule TBD based upon our needs and the students schedule.
15.00 per hour.
Responsibilities*
The student assistant will primarily be responsible for the following:
- General office/reception duties.
- Assisting students with computer use.
- Assisting students with accessing campus resources.
- Social media content creation.
- Special projects.
- Assisting with event planning.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications*
- Experience working with nontraditional students/adult learners.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Experience with content creation for social media.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Workplace.
- Prior experience working independently with limited supervision.
- High degree of professionalism and courtesy in communicating with students.
- Current University of Michigan-Dearborn undergraduate student.
- Must be eligible for work/study
Desired Qualifications*
Students majoring in marketing, communication, or journalism and media production are encouraged to apply.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.