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Administrative Assistant

Tuesday, December 30, 2025
This position is open to returning students. 10-15 hours a week.Length of appointment: Spring 2026 semester & Academic Year 2026-27, with potential to extend.Deadline for application: 5pm Wednesday, January 14 2026Starting Wage: $12 per hourApplication materials needed: CV and a short writing sample. The writing sample can be a blog post, article, or anything that shows your writing skills. Feel free to send weblinks for this as well! Graphic design and/or data-visualization samples optional.Questions? Contact Matthieu Biger, Department AdministratorSubmit materials to: Matthieu BigerDescription:As an Administrative Assistant for the Department of Computer Science (UIowaCS) office you will work mainly with the Department Administrator and Admin Services Specialist. This job requires you to interact with both the CS Administrative team as well as faculty, students, and alums. As an Administrative Assistant, you will complete daily tasks as well as long- and short-term projects that support the department in a variety of areas listed below. Your supervisor will work with you to determine projects that align to your career and development goals within the scope of the Computer Science administrative work. You will apply and learn a variety of transferable skills such as how to act in a professional setting, how to communicate with you supervisor and diverse individuals, organizational skills, time-management skills, listening skills, and collaboration. Apply to join our team.Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:Works with staff and faculty to promote Computer Science academic programs and activities.Creates engaging written and visual content for all social media platforms.Assists with monitoring the social media channel and activities and alerts appropriate staff to questions through social media venues.Greets office guests.Distributes mail.Updates and maintains web pages as directed.Tracks social media engagement.Collects program photos, including student activities, for posting.Additional Project Examples:Supports development and production of biannual department newsletter. File organization and digitization.Survey administration.Supporting students and faculty with presentation/paper/poster design.Qualifications required: Excellent written and oral communication skills.Ability to work both independently and as a part of a team.Demonstrated social media skills.Ability to prioritize and multitask.Experience with major social media platforms.FERPA training – prior to or at start of employment.Ability to learn new systems and work with discretion.Experience with Microsoft Office (inc. Word, Excel),Qualifications desired:Experience with graphic design/video production/editing/software (e.g., Adobe Suite, Canva)Ability and interest in using data to update reports and create charts and graphs, as well as:handling/inventorying departmental materials for archival purposes.researching the historical note/short description for the department.Experience with content management systems (e.g., Drupal)

Student Office Assistant

Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Student Office AssistantIIHR—Hydroscience and Engineering (http://www.iihr.uiowa.edu/) at the University of Iowa has an immediate opening for a part-time student Office Assistant starting January 20, 2026. Current UI students must have good written and verbal communication skills; have experience related to office coordination. Experience with spreadsheets is also desired. A valid driver’s license and continued compliance with the standards of the University Driving Policy. (University of Iowa Operations Manual Part V, Chapter 19) is required. This is a highly visible position serving as the first point of contact for IIHR calls and visitors while providing administrative and operational support to IIHR leadership, faculty, staff, and students. Duties involve the use of a computer, conventional office equipment, a variety of software programs (Microsoft Office Suite), and the use of a university vehicle. Work Schedule and Pay:15-20 hours per week Monday – Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. This position is 100% in-person and pays $16-$18 per hour commensurate with qualifications and experience. Duties: Answer phones, greet and direct building occupants and visitors. Run errands. Sort and distribute mail, receive packages, organize and maintain office supplies. Distribute incoming mail. Help to manage outgoing mail, packages, and freight shipments and deliveries (FedEx, UPS, etc.). Organize and maintain office supplies.Provide support for meetings and events (room set-up, order and pick up food, etc.)Prepare desk space for new arrivals/departures/moves. Monitor, organize, and maintain IIHR meeting spaces and other IIHR open and shared spaces.Actively check all building areas to make sure they are free of clutter and that work space is cleared and clean when vacated and is ready for new occupants; clean up break rooms and other shared spaces. Follow up on building and workspace needs and requests such as submitting facilities maintenance requests when necessary. May draft, review and edit IIHR documents using Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other platforms and ensure content is correct and follows university style guides and brand messaging.Help to organize, schedule, and facilitate in-person and remote meetings.Other duties as assigned. Qualifications:Required Qualifications:Must be a current UI student.A valid driver’s license is required and continued compliance with the standards of the University Driving Policy. (University of Iowa Operations Manual Part V, Chapter 19). Must be familiar with Microsoft Office 365 support tools including Microsoft Word, Excel and familiar with PowerPoint. (e.g., spreadsheets, word processing, e-mail, presentation software, and calendaring).Must be able to provide regular and consistent in-person attendance between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday – Friday.Ability to communicate effectively in writing and in person with faculty, staff, students, and the public.Must be highly organized, able to follow instructions, and work on projects independently through completion. To apply: Please go over the required qualifications prior to applying and, if you meet all of the job requirements, send a cover letter, resume, and the name and contact information for two references to iihr-employment@uiowa.edu.

Student Clerk - SCTCT - Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center

Monday, December 29, 2025
Student Clerk - Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center - Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular TherapyPay: $12/hourA student is needed to help the Stem Cell Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program (SCTCT). This is an important program working with bone marrow donors whose gift makes a vital difference in the lives of many people with cancer. Position duties:1.    Recording patient data Epic, the patient record system2.    Uploading documents into Epic3.    Packaging and delivering blood samples4.    Preparing test kits for donors5.    Assembling informational packets, folders, and guidebooks6.    Filing7.    Data entry8.    Other office projects as needed Position requires:1. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills2. Excellent organizational skills3. Excellent attention to detail4. Discretion for working with confidential data Availability Qualifications:1. Available to work between 8:00 am-5:00pm Monday-Friday (office open hours). Hours variable.2. Prefer ability to work during Summer and Winter breaks

Receptionist - Academic Advising Center

Saturday, December 27, 2025
ACADEMIC ADVISING CENTERFront Desk Receptionist - Student Worker (Work Study) Hiring for spring semester 2026; position continues into 2026-27 school year  Position OverviewThe Academic Advising Center strives to promote student success through excellent developmental academic advising focused on student learning and engagement.  Receptionists serve as representatives of the center and work to promote and provide a warm, welcoming, and professional reception for our students, faculty, staff and parents. Our receptionists assure each request or question is satisfactorily met, and that students meet with their advisors in a timely manner. Functions & Tasks:Greet students, faculty, staff and visitorsAnswer the telephone promptly and address the caller’s request. If needed, direct the caller to the appropriate office on campus, providing a contact person and telephone number, and remain on the line to introduce the caller to the transferred office.Direct students who are signed in for advising appointments to their advisor’s office when advisor is ready.Assist students with making advising appointments using the online scheduler over the telephone or in person at the Pomerantz Center office. An appointment reminder card can be offered if the appointment is made in person.Contact students to reschedule appointments if the advisor is unable to see their students as scheduled, making every effort to assure that the student’s deadlines are met.Follow opening and/or closing procedures for the Academic Advising Center offices according to scheduled shift when appropriate.Assist with additional projects as directedQualifications:Must have Federal Work Study funds for 2025-26 through Financial AidWelcoming; works well with the publicDemonstrates good judgment and decision-making capabilitiesAbility to handle confidential informationHas a desire to provide excellent service to students, faculty, staff and visitorsDemonstrates confidence and tact in working with the publicAbility to relate to and work with students with various learning styles and needsUnderstand, appreciate, and respect various populationsGeneral computer knowledge. Some experience with Outlook and Excel is desirable, but not required.Expected schedule and wage:7-12 hours per week on average

MISSE - Student Engagement Assistant - Pride Alliance Center

Friday, December 19, 2025
HIRING FOR BOTH SPRING 2025 AND FALL 2025BASIC FUNCTIONRun the day-to-day operations of the Cultural Centers/Areas: Afro-American Cultural Center, Latino Native American Cultural Center, Asian Pacific American Cultural Center, Pride Alliance Center, and International Student Support and Engagement. Lead and execute programming and events in collaboration with other Cultural Centers/Areas and Student Organizations. Assist in creating visual assets, marketing materials, and running the social media accounts for the Cultural Centers/Areas. Collaborate, foster, and maintain sustainable campus and community partnerships, and assist in daily maintenance, cleanliness & upkeep of Cultural Centers/Areas. RESPONSIBILITIESOversee and run the cultural centers during their regular hours in Fall and/or Spring semesters, alongside your student team, Monday-Thursday from 12PM-9PM and Fridays from 12PM-5PM (hours subject to change).Be on time, clock-in and out appropriately, and maintain a consistent weekly working schedule for your selected and/or assigned Cultural Center/Area in Fall and/or Spring semesters.Ability to work in-person at all Cultural Centers/Areas as needed and fill open shifts/coverage as needed and able.Support the planning and execution of programming/events for your Cultural Center/Area with your student team and student lead, creating opportunities for collaboration with Cultural Center Supported Student Organizations and more student organizations on campus, as well as community and campus partners. (With the support of Cultural Center advisors)Assist in designing and/or creating marketing materials, visual assets and flyers forprograms/events, updates and more, at each Cultural Center, and support in sharing via social media outlets such as Instagram, while following UI guidelines and Cultural Center/Branding guidelines and approval.Assist in the day-to-day operations of the cultural centers by taking phone messages, responding to e-mail and/or social media messages on behalf of the cultural centers appropriately and following UI and Cultural Center guidelines, and contacting campus partners and community agencies to collaborate and foster/maintain sustainable partnerships.Be visible and present for visitors upon entry and encourage visitors (student/staff/faculty, etc.) to utilize SWIPE technology for attendance purposesCreate a warm and welcoming environment for visitors, offering tours for newcomers and sharing a summary of resources available at each Cultural Center to all in the UI Community who visit(kitchen, study rooms, living rooms, TVs, free printing, etc.)Be present, positive, and assist as needed, during assigned shifts at the Cultural Center(s), during any events and programs or meeting reservations occurring at the time of your shift.Support all the Cultural Centers/Areas programming and events such as celebration weeks and months, open houses, orientation/admission tours, and student-led affinity graduation celebrationsAssist in the physical maintenance of the Cultural Centers, this includes:Daily cleaning and upkeep of spaces – such as taking out the trash daily, wiping down surfaces, doing dishes, vacuuming, dusting, decluttering, and other regular and necessary cleaning and organizational related tasks. (Facilities Management visits each Cultural Center twice a week to clean the bathrooms, clean floors and regular surface level disinfecting).Support student organizations, campus and community partners in reserving the cultural centers via the most current reservation method.Reporting any damages to the Cultural Centers or their resources/tools to Cultural Center Professional Staff.Safely securing the building at the close of shift or center hours, as well as for university designated breaks and holidaysWork to create an atmosphere conducive to a positive environment, and mutual respect between self and your Student Engagement Assistant Peers and team as a whole,Attend weekly student staff meetings for your assigned center/area, monthly Cultural Center gatherings, and semesterly professional development trainings as scheduled by the Cultural Center Professional Staff.Maintain communication with your Student Engagement Assistant peers, Lead Student Engagement Assistant and with the Cultural Center Professional Staff as appropriate and read and respond to staff requests in a timely fashion (in-person, via UI email, and/or GroupMe).Perform other additional responsibilities and administrative tasks, as needed and assigned (open Cultural Centers outside of regular hours, running, storage/supply inventory, etc.)QUALIFICATIONSMust be a registered UI studentAble to work 5-10 hours per weekAbility to foster a welcoming and respectful environment while working with a variety of individuals and groupsGood verbal, written, email, and other technology platform (e.g, GroupMe) communication skillsStrong interest in event planning.Problem solving, and conflict resolution skillsTechnology and social media skills (Instagram, Canva, etc.)PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience in student leadership & multicultural programming (e.g., event planning, community involvement) preferredEligible for work studyKnowledge of University policies, procedures, and regulations as outlined https://dos.uiowa.edu/policies/WORK HOURS Shift availability for Spring 2025: Thursdays from 12:00pm - 4:00pm or 1:30pm - 4:00pm and Fridays from 3:00pm - 4:00pmThe weekly semester schedule begins Monday, August 25, 2025 and ends Friday, May 8, 2026 (all Cultural Center spaces will be closed during university designated breaks and holidays)LOCATIONPride Alliance Center – 601 Melrose AveTRAINING REQUIREMENTSIMU Student OrientationFall and Spring Multicultural and International Student Support and Engagement (Cultural Center) Trainings

MISSE - Student Engagement Assistant - Asian Pacific American Cultural Center

Friday, December 19, 2025
BASIC FUNCTIONRun the day-to-day operations of the Cultural Centers/Areas: Afro-American Cultural Center, Latino Native American Cultural Center, Asian Pacific American Cultural Center, Pride Alliance Center, and International Student Support and Engagement. Lead and execute programming and events in collaboration with other Cultural Centers/Areas and Student Organizations. Assist in creating visual assets, marketing materials, and running the social media accounts for the Cultural Centers/Areas. Collaborate, foster, and maintain sustainable campus and community partnerships, and assist in daily maintenance, cleanliness & upkeep of Cultural Centers/Areas. RESPONSIBILITIESOversee and run the cultural centers during their regular hours in Fall and/or Spring semesters, alongside your student team, Monday-Thursday from 12PM-9PM and Fridays from 12PM-5PM (hours subject to change).Be on time, clock-in and out appropriately, and maintain a consistent weekly working schedule for your selected and/or assigned Cultural Center/Area in Fall and/or Spring semesters.Ability to work in-person at all Cultural Centers/Areas as needed and fill open shifts/coverage as needed and able.Support the planning and execution of programming/events for your Cultural Center/Area with your student team and student lead, creating opportunities for collaboration with Cultural Center Supported Student Organizations and more student organizations on campus, as well as community and campus partners. (With the support of Cultural Center advisors)Assist in designing and/or creating marketing materials, visual assets and flyers forprograms/events, updates and more, at each Cultural Center, and support in sharing via social media outlets such as Instagram, while following UI guidelines and Cultural Center/Branding guidelines and approval.Assist in the day-to-day operations of the cultural centers by taking phone messages, responding to e-mail and/or social media messages on behalf of the cultural centers appropriately and following UI and Cultural Center guidelines, and contacting campus partners and community agencies to collaborate and foster/maintain sustainable partnerships.Be visible and present for visitors upon entry and encourage visitors (student/staff/faculty, etc.) to utilize SWIPE technology for attendance purposesCreate a warm and welcoming environment for visitors, offering tours for newcomers and sharing a summary of resources available at each Cultural Center to all in the UI Community who visit(kitchen, study rooms, living rooms, TVs, free printing, etc.)Be present, positive, and assist as needed, during assigned shifts at the Cultural Center(s), during any events and programs or meeting reservations occurring at the time of your shift.Support all the Cultural Centers/Areas programming and events such as celebration weeks and months, open houses, orientation/admission tours, and student-led affinity graduation celebrationsAssist in the physical maintenance of the Cultural Centers, this includes:Daily cleaning and upkeep of spaces – such as taking out the trash daily, wiping down surfaces, doing dishes, vacuuming, dusting, decluttering, and other regular and necessary cleaning and organizational related tasks. (Facilities Management visits each Cultural Center twice a week to clean the bathrooms, clean floors and regular surface level disinfecting).Support student organizations, campus and community partners in reserving the cultural centers via the most current reservation method.Reporting any damages to the Cultural Centers or their resources/tools to Cultural Center Professional Staff.Safely securing the building at the close of shift or center hours, as well as for university designated breaks and holidaysWork to create an atmosphere conducive to a positive environment, and mutual respect between self and your Student Engagement Assistant Peers and team as a whole,Attend weekly student staff meetings for your assigned center/area, monthly Cultural Center gatherings, and semesterly professional development trainings as scheduled by the Cultural Center Professional Staff.Maintain communication with your Student Engagement Assistant peers, Lead Student Engagement Assistant and with the Cultural Center Professional Staff as appropriate and read and respond to staff requests in a timely fashion (in-person, via UI email, and/or GroupMe).Perform other additional responsibilities and administrative tasks, as needed and assigned (open Cultural Centers outside of regular hours, running, storage/supply inventory, etc.)QUALIFICATIONSMust be a registered UI studentAble to work 5-10 hours per weekAbility to foster a welcoming and respectful environment while working with a variety of individuals and groupsGood verbal, written, email, and other technology platform (e.g, GroupMe) communication skillsStrong interest in event planning.Problem solving, and conflict resolution skillsTechnology and social media skills (Instagram, Canva, etc.)PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience in student leadership & multicultural programming (e.g., event planning, community involvement) preferredEligible for work studyKnowledge of University policies, procedures, and regulations as outlined https://dos.uiowa.edu/policies/LOCATIONAsian Pacific American Cultural Center – 223 Lucon DriveWORK HOURS The weekly semester schedule begins Monday, August 25, 2025 and ends Friday, May 8, 2026 (all Cultural Center spaces will be closed during university designated breaks and holidays)TRAINING REQUIREMENTSIMU Student Orientation

MISSE - Student Engagement Assistant - Latino Native American Cultural Center

Friday, December 19, 2025
HIRING FOR BOTH SPRING 2025 AND FALL 2025BASIC FUNCTIONRun the day-to-day operations of the Cultural Centers/Areas: Afro-American Cultural Center, Latino Native American Cultural Center, Asian Pacific American Cultural Center, Pride Alliance Center, and International Student Support and Engagement. Lead and execute programming and events in collaboration with other Cultural Centers/Areas and Student Organizations. Assist in creating visual assets, marketing materials, and running the social media accounts for the Cultural Centers/Areas. Collaborate, foster, and maintain sustainable campus and community partnerships, and assist in daily maintenance, cleanliness & upkeep of Cultural Centers/Areas. RESPONSIBILITIESOversee and run the cultural centers during their regular hours in Fall and/or Spring semesters, alongside your student team, Monday-Thursday from 12PM-9PM and Fridays from 12PM-5PM (hours subject to change).Be on time, clock-in and out appropriately, and maintain a consistent weekly working schedule for your selected and/or assigned Cultural Center/Area in Fall and/or Spring semesters.Ability to work in-person at all Cultural Centers/Areas as needed and fill open shifts/coverage as needed and able.Support the planning and execution of programming/events for your Cultural Center/Area with your student team and student lead, creating opportunities for collaboration with Cultural Centers Supported Student Organizations and more student organizations on campus, as well as community and campus partners. (With the support of Cultural Center advisors)Assist in designing and/or creating marketing materials, visual assets and flyers forprograms/events, updates and more, at each Cultural Center, and support in sharing via social media outlets such as Instagram, while following UI guidelines and Cultural Centers/Branding guidelines and approval.Assist in the day-to-day operations of the cultural centers by taking phone messages, responding to e-mail and/or social media messages on behalf of the cultural centers appropriately and following UI and Cultural Center guidelines, and contacting campus partners and community agencies to collaborate and foster/maintain sustainable partnerships.Be visible and present for visitors upon entry and encourage visitors (student/staff/faculty, etc.) to utilize SWIPE technology for attendance purposesCreate a warm and welcoming environment for visitors, offering tours for newcomers and sharing a summary of resources available at each Cultural Center to all in the UI Community who visit(kitchen, study rooms, living rooms, TVs, free printing, etc.)Be present, positive, and assist as needed, during assigned shifts at the Cultural Center(s), during any events and programs or meeting reservations occurring at the time of your shift.Support all the Cultural Centers/Areas programming and events such as celebration weeks and months, open houses, orientation/admission tours, and student-led affinity graduation celebrationsAssist in the physical maintenance of the Cultural Centers, this includes:Daily cleaning and upkeep of spaces – such as taking out the trash daily, wiping down surfaces, doing dishes, vacuuming, dusting, decluttering, and other regular and necessary cleaning and organizational related tasks. (Facilities Management visits each Cultural Center twice a week to clean the bathrooms, clean floors and regular surface level disinfecting).Support student organizations, campus and community partners in reserving the cultural centers via the most current reservation method.Reporting any damages to the Cultural Centers or their resources/tools to Cultural Center Professional Staff.Safely securing the building at the close of shift or center hours, as well as for university designated breaks and holidaysWork to create an atmosphere conducive to a positive environment, and mutual respect between self and your Student Engagement Assistant Peers and team as a whole,Attend weekly student staff meetings for your assigned center/area, monthly Cultural Center gatherings, and semesterly professional development trainings as scheduled by the MISSE Professional Staff.Maintain communication with your Student Engagement Assistant peers, Lead Student Engagement Assistant and with the Cultural Center Professional Staff as appropriate and read and respond to staff requests in a timely fashion (in-person, via UI email, and/or GroupMe).Perform other additional responsibilities and administrative tasks, as needed and assigned (open Cultural Centers outside of regular hours, running, storage/supply inventory, etc.)QUALIFICATIONSMust be a registered UI studentAble to work 5-10 hours per weekAbility to foster a welcoming and respectful environment while working with a variety of individuals and groupsGood verbal, written, email, and other technology platform (e.g, GroupMe) communication skillsStrong interest in event planning.Problem solving, and conflict resolution skillsTechnology and social media skills (Instagram, Canva, etc.)PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExperience in student leadership & multicultural programming (e.g., event planning, community involvement) preferredEligible for work studyKnowledge of University policies, procedures, and regulations as outlined https://dos.uiowa.edu/policies/WORK HOURS Shift availability for Spring 2025: Mondays from 6:30pm - 7:30pm and Tuesdays from 12:00pm - 3:00pmThe weekly semester schedule begins Monday, August 25, 2025 and ends Friday, May 8, 2026 (all MISSE spaces will be closed during university designated breaks and holidays)LOCATIONLatino Native American Cultural Center – 308 Melrose AvenueTRAINING REQUIREMENTSIMU Student Orientation

Rec Services - Facility Attendant - Field House

Friday, December 19, 2025
BASIC FUNCTIONTo assist in the day to day operation of the Field House for the benefit of the members and the university community. This position is responsible for monitoring the weight and cardio areas for the safety of patrons, cleaning, and issuing equipment upon request. Other duties include carefully handling patron identification cards, laundry procedure, perform scheduled checks of the sauna, steam room and locker rooms. RESPONSIBILITIESKnowledge of all policies and procedures of the facilitiesResponds to all building emergencies (Accidents/Injuries, Inclement Weather, etc)General understanding of the operation of the FHKeep facility in excellent condition while also providing great customer service to our membersConduct routine cleaning of fitness equipmentEnsures outstanding customer serviceWorks cooperatively with other areas of the department to achieve established goalsPromotes a safe, clean, functional and marketable facilityEnforces regulations regarding use of equipment and facility policies and proceduresConsistent supervision of laundry suppliesMonitoring and scheduled checks of the locker rooms, sauna and steam roomInformed on the locker rental processAssist with locker clean out at all recreation facilitiesAccurately document and secure all items turned into the lost and foundMay be required to work special events outside normal hours of operationPerforms other work as assignedQUALIFICATIONSOutstanding customer service skills and strong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to interact with diverse groups through a variety of situationsMandatory attendance at semester training meetingsAbility to use independent judgment when needed and strong problem-solving skillsWORK HOURSMust be able to accommodate a variable work schedule that may include early mornings, late evenings, weekends and holidays & breaks (works 2 of the 3 breaks). Weekends include working at least 2 football games per seasonTRAINING REQUIREMENTSCriminal Background Check upon hireFERPA training Completion of University of Iowa Bloodborne Pathogens trainingRecreational Service Orientation

Student Assistant

Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Student AssistantHardin Library for the Health SciencesDepartment: Reference & Circulation/Public Services# of Hours/Week: 10-12Contact: Library Administrative Assistant IV – Mark OnkenStudents will undergo training for this position.Definition of position: Hardin Library is a center for information, may it be a textbook, a course reserve, or questions about the 24-hour study, hours, and more.  Student Assistants are prepared to be friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable about library resources.Open/Close the Library Versed in “Alma”/library system to check out and return materials including books and electronic materials.Attend to circulations desk (3rd floor & 1st floor) including answering patron questions, providing guidance, greeting patrons, aware of who is in the library.Shelf materialsWork on projects including excel spreadsheetsRequired Qualifications:Friendly, willingness to learn, enthusiasm for positionAbility to problem solve, find solutions, and guide patronsClear Communication with Supervisor and co-workersExpectations: TimelinessThoroughAttention to detailFocus on tasks as assignedAsk questions (as many as it takes to learn)·        Must be a current student at The University of Iowa·        Must be available to work weekend shifts.·        Must be available to work a minimum of 6 hours per week, and 2 shifts when school is in session - specifically, 5:00 - 9:10pm, Mondays and Wednesdays.·        Must be available to work either during Fall Interim period, Winter Interim period, or Spring Interim period.  DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS·        Good communication skills·        Reliable attendance history·        Previous customer service experience, especially in a library·        Familiarity with Excel and the Microsoft suite of productsBENEFITS OF WORKING AT THE LIBRARY                                                                                      ·        Customer service experience·        Set Schedule for the semester·        Starting pay, $11 per hour, bi-weekly pay checks (opportunities for raises and promotion!)·        Undergraduate and Graduate Library Student Employee Scholarships (after 2 semesters of employment)WEEKLY WORK GUIDELINES || MINIMUMS, MAXIMUMS & REQUIREMENTS:Maximum 20 hours per week during the academic year,Maximum 40 hours per week during summer and academic breaks,Minimum 6 hours over 2-shifts/2-days per week 

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Student Employment Outcomes

  • Development of a professional mindset—treating your student job as a “real job”
  • Provide and promote workplace behavior best practices
  • Foster and promote student career development through employment tips and further professional developmental opportunities
  • Development and understanding of key competencies, transferable skills, leadership on the job, networking abilities, and fostering a sense of professionalism with your peers and supervisors
  • Development of positive peer-to-peer and supervisor interaction techniques to facilitate personal and professional growth
  • Understand the difference between meeting and exceeding expectations and be able to execute strategies to perform at the next level
  • The chance to network and build relationships with professional mentors on campus
  • Increased enrollment retention and graduation rates for on-campus student workers
  • Students working 1-20 hours per week have a higher average GPA than their non-working peers
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Working as a First Year Student

Common Misconceptions

Perception: Students who work while attending school full-time struggle to keep up with their studies because of time management issues and they have a lower GPA than students who don’t work.

Reality: Working while attending school full-time increases the need for students to manage their time and thus helps students establish a more structured routine.

  • From 2010-2023, University of Iowa freshman students who worked between 1-20 hours per week had GPA 0.13 higher than their non-working counterparts.
  • This same data is validated with national statistics. On average, students who work on campus maintain a higher GPA than those who don’t.

Perception: Having a student job affects the focus of students away from the classroom and can cause early drop-out rates.

Reality: No campus activity has shown as much positive influence on a students’ academic success and retention as campus employment. 

On‑campus employers are aware that the students they hire have a #1 priority of doing well in school; therefore, employers are flexible with students’ schedules. 

  • From 2010‑2023, University of Iowa data shows that student employees are retained at a 4.46% higher clip than their non-working peers.

Perception: With less time to focus on academics, student workers struggle to graduate in four years and take much longer to finish their degree requirements.

Reality: Student employees don’t just keep up, but far exceed the University of Iowa graduation rate average at both the 4 and 6-year levels.

  • Since 2010, 4-year graduation rates for students who work on campus are at a 2.93% higher level than the university average.
  • The 6-year graduation rates have an even more significant increase with student employees graduating at a 3.76% higher level.

Perception: It’s just a student job.

Reality: Student jobs develop skills future employers want. The UI STEP (Student to Employed Professional) program prepares students to articulate those skills.

Student Stories

Get a behind-the-scenes look at student life through the eyes of campus employees. These short videos share real stories from students balancing work and school, highlighting the skills they’ve gained, the connections they’ve made, and the impact of their on-campus jobs.

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Resources

The Pomerantz Career Center assists in the professional development of student employees by providing opportunities such as the UI STEP (Student to Employed Professional) professional development workshop and the 2-credit hour professional development academic course, along with assistance with Handshake.

Student Employment for Career Success

All-in-one assistance with career and professional preparation. Topics include: the impact of student employment on future employability, strategies for proactive job or graduate school searching and networking, resume and cover letter writing to stand out to employers, interview preparation and execution, and personal branding. 

Requirements: concurrent student employment, on- or off-campus.

Workforce Development Sessions

We offer free professional development sessions to student employees called UI STEPWorkforce Development Program.

These engaging and interactive trainings equip student staff with essential skills that extend beyond their day-to-day job responsibilities. The program focuses on core areas of workforce development and professionalism, helping student employees grow as confident, capable, and career-ready individuals. Topics include transferable skills, leadership, networking, and strategies for exceeding expectations.

Supervising Today's Students

The Supervising Today's Students Series (STS) focuses on developing skills for individuals who supervise and/or represent undergraduate students, while providing insights on how to best lead and support student employees.

Student Employee & Supervisor of the Year

Each year, the University of Iowa honors outstanding contributions through awards recognizing both student employees and their supervisors. Student employees make a meaningful impact across campus, often going above and beyond in their roles. Just as essential are the supervisors who mentor and guide them—an impact reflected in the many heartfelt nominations submitted by students.

Work-Study Eligibility

Each year, around 1,000 undergraduate students are employed through work-study positions. Work-Study is not a grant or a loan but a need-based, part-time employment program in which the government and the employer share the payroll cost of employing you. Work-Study gives you the upper hand of being chosen by an employer since the government directly reimburses them a percentage of your earnings.

Handshake

Handshake is the University of Iowa's online job board. Students can research employers and apply for on- and off-campus jobs. Employers can post their student employment opportunities.

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