Student Administrative Support Assistant (Student Wage)

University of Virginia • Charlottesville, VA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Chemistry Department at UVA is seeking an organized student to assist with communications, scheduling, and day-to-day department operations. This is a paid position offering $13/hour for 5-10 hours per week, with flexible scheduling around classes. It's an opportunity for UVA undergraduate and graduate students to gain professional skills, resume-worthy experience, and understand the operations of a large university department. No chemistry experience is required.

Requirements

• Current UVA undergraduate or graduate student
• No prior experience required
• Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, and reliability preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 applications
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in an office, customer service, administrative, or student leadership role
• Experience with Outlook calendaring, scheduling, or event coordination
• Familiarity with Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, Excel, or Canva
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work independently while maintaining accuracy and professionalism

Responsibilities

• Assist with department communications
• Support events, seminars, and special projects
• Assist with organizing information, materials, and logistics
• Contribute to projects that keep the department running smoothly

Benefits

• Paid position
• Resume-worthy experience
• Professional office experience
• Flexible hours that work around your schedule
• Opportunity to work on projects that make an impact

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree