Work Study Office Assistant

Penn State University•University Park, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Office of Undergraduate Students is seeking two or three current undergraduate students for the Federal Work Study job of Office Assistant for the academic year of 2026/27. This position requires you to have received a work-study award. To verify if you have received a work-study award, please consult the Financial Aid Award Summary area in your LionPATH account. A Federal Work Study award does not guarantee a job is available. Please attach your class schedule with your resume and cover letter.

Requirements

Penn State Student with an eligible Federal Work Study award
Dependable and self-motivated
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
High level of reliability and responsibility
Friendly, respectful, and professional communication style
Strong attention to detail and time management
Ability to stay organized in a fast-paced setting

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to current Eberly College of Science Undergraduate Students

Responsibilities

Greet and assist students, faculty, staff, and visitors
Provide general administrative support and assist staff as needed for the Office of Undergraduate Students and the offices associated with it
Assist with events – meeting caterers, setting up and cleaning up event
Assist with filing, restocking supplies, setting up meeting spaces, and tidying shared areas
Receiving, sorting, and distributing incoming packages
Monitor shared spaces to keep them student-friendly and welcoming, ensure student supply closet and collaboration rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for use
Monitor the student supply closet: taking inventory, checking students out, and informing staff of low products
Other duties as assigned