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Department:
School of International Service
Time Type:
Part time
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Job Description:
Summary:
The Office of Graduate Enrollment Management at SIS is looking to
hire 2-3 graduate work study eligible students for Fall 2026 to
assist with the daily operation of the office. This is a great
opportunity that allows for interfacing with prospective students
who are exploring graduate school options. This student will need
to help with the Student Ambassador duties as well. Please note
that this is an in-person position. The position is available for
Fall 2026 with the possibility of renewal for Spring 2027 and
beyond.
Essential Functions:
1.) Primary duties
- Assisting prospective students with email and phone inquiries
regarding SIS programs and the application process.
Conducting outbound outreach calls to prospective and admitted
graduate students.
Providing general front desk support.
Other duties as assigned.
2.) Student Ambassador duties
- Attending admissions events and being a part of current student
Q&A panels.
- Providing campus tours to visitors.
- Participating in virtual Q&A Information Sessions for
current students.
- Other duties as assigned.
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
- Part-time.
- 10 hours per week.
Salary Range:
Required Education and Experience:
- SIS Current Graduate Student (FWS Eligible).
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Previous experience working in an office setting but not
required.
Other Details
- This position is available only to enrolled American
University students.
- Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or
contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or
responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time
with or without notice.
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Current American University Employees
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account. If you are a current employee at American University,
please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will
take you to our internal career listings.
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