"Wake Forest Fellow"

Job Description Summary

Works on a broad spectrum of initiatives and special projects. Assists in communication and interaction with various internal and external constituencies. Serves as a liaison to other university offices as needed for specific projects. Is a member of the Wake Forest Fellows’ Program; attends monthly professional development and mentoring sessions with Mentor to develop job and profession related skills pertinent to leadership.

Wake Forest Fellows opportunities are in the Office of the President, Office of the Dean of the College, Office of the Provost, Office of Campus Life, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, Information Systems, Z. Smith Reynolds Library, and Wake Downtown.

Please Note: Letters of Recommendation should be sent directly to wakejobs@wfu.edu by the recommender.

Applications will be accepted through January 23, 2026, 11:59 AM EST.

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Creates and implements departmental opportunities to engage with students, staff, and others within the Wake Forest University community.
• Researches and analyzes issues in higher education and advises leadership as needed.
• Collaborates with senior administrators and various other offices and constituents to coordinate special projects.
• Assists in communication and interaction with various external constituencies, including but not limited to attendance at meetings, written correspondence, participation at special events, etc.
• Researches and drafts letters and correspondence, speeches and remarks, presentations, and other written materials as needed.
• Researches, analyzes, and studies information affecting special projects, programs, and assignments. Presents information as appropriate.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with relevant work or internship experience. Must be a member of the Wake Forest University undergraduate graduating class for the most recent/current academic year.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Skill in prioritizing workflow and managing resources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in technical and computer skills including MS Office; Word, Excel, database management, the Internet and other relevant software, plus operation of standard office equipment.
• Ability to research, assemble, and analyze data, compile information, and prepare reports.
• Ability to manage and maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and demonstrate sound judgment and discretion.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Detail oriented in coordinating activities and completing assignments.
• Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours as needed.

Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Experience in Google Sites development, design, and maintenance.

Accountabilities:

Responsible for own work only.

Additional Job Description

• The Fellows program is a year appointment.
• The hourly compensation for all Fellows is $22.00/hr.
• You are eligible for benefits at the University sponsored rates. Coverage begins the first of the month following or coincident with date of employment.
• You are eligible for two weeks of paid time off.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the Recruiting team via email at wakejobs@wfu.edu.

Time Type Requirement
Full time