Graduate Biweekly - Educational Assistant Lowder Center

Auburn University • Auburn, AL

53d • $18

About The Position

This is a Graduate student position to assist with administration, lecture preparation, communication, and grading for the Lowder Center and its initiatives. This role is not an assistantship (hence no tuition support); instead, it's an hourly position that will be paid at a rate of $18 per hour with an expectation of 10-20 hours worked per week. Specific timing can be flexible to accommodate class schedules and other commitments.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled graduate student at Auburn University.

Nice To Haves

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A strong eye for detail and/or some experience with grading.
• Some experience with Canvas or other LMS tools.
• Ability to work individually as well as cooperatively with others.
• Some experience with instruction and/or training.
• Some knowledge of design principles.
• Commitment and motivation to learn.
• Dependability, multi-tasking, and the ability to switch priorities based on departmental needs.

Responsibilities

• Create slides and other educational content for Lowder Center programs.
• Assist with grading and evaluation of participant learning in various Lowder Center initiatives.
• Assist with participant communications via email, phone, or Canvas as needed.
• Add content to Canvas to improve student learning.
• Assist with research and data-tracking projects as needed.
• Collaborate with Lowder Center staff to raise awareness and impact of Lowder Center initiatives.
• Coordinate with external stakeholders regarding entrepreneurial workshops.
• Assist with event operations as needed.
• Potentially lead one or more workshops on an entrepreneurially related topic of personal interest.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
• Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
• We're Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
• Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
• A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees