About the role#
Messiah University is hiring students to support the operations of Thrift on Purpose, a shop partnering with the Mennonite Central Committee. This role offers flexible hours during the 2026-27 academic year to help maintain shop operations and contribute to the community mission.
What you'll do#
- Sort incoming donations and organize them into designated areas.
- Evaluate items to decide if they are suitable for sale, recycling, or trash.
- Price items for the sales floor using established guidelines.
- Identify high-value items for special display cases.
- Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.
- Handle other tasks as assigned by staff.
What you'll need#
- Commitment to a minimum 2-hour shift at least once per week.
- Friendly and engaging personality with strong interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work well within a team.
- Patience and energy.
- Ability to follow direction from staff.
- Interest or knowledge regarding the second-hand market.
- Ability to assess items for quality.
- Ability to stand, lift, and move items.
Location & details#
- Location: Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Pay: $8.00 per hour.
- Schedule: Rolling term for the 2026-27 academic year.
About Messiah University
Messiah University is a private institution focused on the liberal and applied arts and sciences. Founded in 1909, the school is located on a 471-acre campus in Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania. It serves students through more than 80 undergraduate majors and various graduate degree programs. The university maintains a staff of 501 to 1,000 employees.
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