Federal Work Study Student Assistant

The student assistant for Ethics in the Public Sphere will play a key role in supporting program operations by coordinating events, managing digital outreach, and engaging with campus and community stakeholders. Responsibilities include event logistics, social media and website updates, and outreach efforts. The ideal candidate will be organized, proactive, and enthusiastic about ethics, civic engagement, and public discourse.

• Event Support: Assist with planning, advertising, and executing EPS events, including lectures, workshops, and discussions.
• Digital Communications: Coordinates with CLAS Communications to maintain and update the EPS website and social media platforms to promote events and initiatives.
• Outreach & Engagement: Connect with students, faculty, and external partners to expand EPS’s impact.

Administrative Support: Provide general assistance for EPS projects, including coordinating logistics and tracking engagement metrics.

$14.00/Hour

• Must have a minimum of 2.5 Cumulative GPA.
• Must be in good academic and conduct standing with the University.
• Must receive or be eligible to receive Federal Work Study.

• Passion for ethics, civic engagement, and public policy.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Experience with event planning, marketing, or community outreach.
• Familiarity with social media management and website maintenance (e.g., WordPress, Canva, Instagram, Facebook, X).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous experience with Ethics in the Public Sphere or similar interdisciplinary programs is a plus.

To be considered for this position, please upload:

• Cover letter.
• Resume.
• Federal Work Study award documentation.
• Availability/class schedule.

Federal work study eligible students are welcome! Students seeking a federal work study job, please print a copy of your Financial Aid Award Page, which contains the Federal Work Study award, and have available if invited for interview as proof of FWS eligibility.

Financial Aid Award Page. Please contact Student Financial Aid if you have questions about your eligibility.