About the role#
The Federal Work Study Student position provides currently enrolled university students with part-time employment opportunities. This role supports departmental operations and helps you build professional skills. You will balance your work responsibilities with your academic commitments.
What you'll do#
You will assist with the day to day maintenance of your assigned department. Your tasks will vary based on departmental needs, but generally include:
- Clerical functions like answering phones, filing, scheduling, and organizing
- Providing front-line customer service
- Performing data entry and light research assistance
- Supporting office tasks, events, and programs
- Providing technology support
- Other reasonable, related duties as assigned
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a university student
- A High School Diploma or GED
- Ability to lift and carry 25 lbs
- Comfort with frequent sitting, standing, and keyboard use
- A professional approach and commitment to university policies
Location & details#
- Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Work modality: On-site
- Employment type: Part-time
- Term: Rolling
- Compensation: Paid position
About Jefferson
Jefferson operates as a nonprofit organization based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The system includes 33 hospital campuses and provides healthcare services across the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley, Northeastern Pennsylvania, and southern New Jersey. It also functions as an educational institution with 10 colleges and three schools offering over 200 academic programs. The organization serves 360,000 health plan members and employs more than 65,000 people.
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