High School Student Hire - Transportation Research Board
About The Position
Under immediate direction, performs a variety of basic tasks that focus on providing learning opportunities and exposure to a range of activities. Duties may range from special projects directed toward particular objectives or duties typical of the organization that supplement existing department operations. The job provides an opportunity for high school students interested in preparing for careers in science, technology, engineering, medicine, or business operations to work in specified area, gaining knowledge and experience in field of interest. Under close supervision, incumbent performs basic processes and procedures to accomplish routine tasks.
Requirements
- Ability to solve basic and repetitive intellectual problems using closely prescribed procedures.
- Ability to work successfully in a team environment.
- Ability to develop relationships with co-workers and employees in other National Academies’ departments through effective communication.
- Good written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with an ability to effectively interact with all levels of employees.
- Current enrollment in high school.
- None.
- Ability to work at a computer for extended periods of time.
Responsibilities
- Performs routine clerical tasks such as word processing, copying, faxing, filing, answering and screening calls, and assisting with mailings.
- Performs data entry, updating records, databases, and files.
- Assists with preparations for meetings, including putting agenda books together and helping set up the room.
- Copyedits documents.
- Attends meetings, training classes, and workshops.
- May participate in basic program or research activities.
- Related duties and special projects as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
High school or GED
