UVA FWS Program-Georges Student Center Intern (Student Wage)

University of Virginia•Charlottesville, VA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

The Dathel and John Georges Student Center, located on the second floor of Clemons Library, hosts programming and services designed to improve students’ access to and knowledge of UVA resources. The center seeks to employ one or two Federal Work-Study Interns who will play an important role in running the space and supporting its programs during the Fall 2026 semester. Students of all majors are encouraged to apply, particularly those with prior experience working with the public or strong knowledge of university resources. Successful applicants will be interested in improving the advising experience for their peers; capable of interacting professionally with students, faculty, staff, and co-workers; punctual and detail-oriented; and able to work as part of a team. This position participates in a structured internship experience through the Transformational Federal Work-Study (TFWS) Internship Program. The Intern will be stationed at the center’s front desk, sharing a wide variety of responsibilities.

Requirements

Current UVA undergraduate student with Federal Work-Study eligibility.
Enrolled in 11–12+ credit hours as full-time students.
Punctual, reliable, and able to work independently.
Interested in improving the advising experience for their peers.
Capable of interacting professionally with students, faculty, staff, and co-workers.
Punctual and detail-oriented.
Able to work as part of a team.
Resume required.
Must enroll in either UNST 3910 (1 cr.) or UNST 3920 (1 cr.).

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with the public.
Strong knowledge of university resources.
Ability to work at least 10 hours in total anytime from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. from Mondays to Fridays (at least 3 hours per day) every week.
Students in their 2nd – 4th years.

Responsibilities

Serving as a key link and establishing service-focused rapport and relationships with students, departmental staff, partner offices, and library patrons.
Delivering exceptional customer service to maintain a positive and professional reception environment, such as responding to walk-in inquiries (including questions about the library, the space, and academic/advising resources), and arranging spaces prior to reservations and assisting partner offices with their needs.
Assisting with the center’s digital signage, survey design, and other duties related to programming and space management assigned by the Spaces Coordinator.
Assisting with events and programs such as the Majors Fair and the Advising Summit, hosted by the Georges Student Center and the Stellic team.
Assisting with Academic Support Programs (P2L, PAC, and MCLC) and coordinating with the Peer Coaches when they need assistance during their sessions.
Being familiar with emergency procedures and prepared to respond to potential emergencies.
Reporting or notifying Space Coordinator or Facilities Management of issues needing custodial and maintenance care.
Maintaining a high standard of professionalism and cleanliness at the center.
Acting as a “Manager on Duty” when no full-time staff is at the center.

Benefits

Receive dedicated career support.
Acquire transferable work skills that are valuable after graduation.
Learn operational skills in Higher Education and business center administration.
Strengthen your résumé with meaningful experiences.
Gain leadership experience and the opportunity to mentor new interns.
Learn with emphasis on integration, ethics, and real-world impact.
Enjoy flexible scheduling.
Convenience of working on Grounds.
Meet new people and mentors to expand your university network.
Earn $13.00/hour, with opportunities for advancement.
Earn $14.00/hour for returning Interns who mentor new intern(s) in Spring 2027.