About the role#
The Strategic Initiatives & Projects Student Assistant provides administrative, project coordination, and event support to the Office of Strategic Initiatives and General Counsel. You will work with University leaders on institutional projects while gaining experience in higher education operations. This role focuses on mentorship and professional development, helping you build transferable workplace skills.
What you'll do#
- Prepare materials for meetings and events, including presentations, signage, and forms.
- Organize physical and electronic files to maintain accessible records.
- Review the University Employee Handbook to identify formatting inconsistencies, outdated references, or obsolete content.
- Document issues and recommend corrections for the handbook, while maintaining an accurate table of contents.
- Assist with event planning by creating checklists, timelines, and supply lists.
- Track project milestones, deadlines, and action items.
- Conduct research and compile information to support University planning and decision-making.
- Collaborate with departments, students, and volunteers to help implement projects.
- Handle University documents with strict confidentiality and follow established revision procedures.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a Business Administration major.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- A dependable nature and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
- A willingness to ask questions, accept feedback, and learn new processes.
- Professionalism and sound judgment in a workplace setting.
Location & details#
- Position is located on-site in Cincinnati, Ohio.
- This is a paid, part-time position.
- The role follows a rolling term.
About Mount St. Joseph University
Mount St. Joseph University is a Catholic institution based in Cincinnati, Ohio. Founded in 1920, the school operates as a nonprofit organization. It provides liberal arts and professional education through bachelor, master, and doctoral degree programs. The university employs approximately 840 people.
How to get in at Mount St. Joseph University
Securing an internship at Mount St. Joseph University requires a proactive approach to monitoring their open roles. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a position is published, which helps you apply among the first candidates before the recruiter's inbox becomes unmanageable. Applying early is a proven way to ensure your materials are reviewed before the applicant pool grows too large. You can also use Intern Insider to surface the specific recruiters behind these roles. Reaching out directly to ask a thoughtful question about the department or a potential referral often improves your response rate compared to submitting an application into a general queue.
