About the role#
The College of Pharmacy at Oregon State University is hiring a part-time Student Office Assistant. This role is based at the OHSU Robertson Life Sciences Building on the South Waterfront in Portland. You will serve as the primary point of contact for visitors, students, faculty, and staff while providing operational support for academic programs. This position is limited to a maximum of 24 hours per week, with typical schedules ranging from 10 to 20 hours based on your class schedule.
What you'll do#
- Greet visitors, students, faculty, and staff and direct them to resources.
- Manage office communications by answering phones and replying to emails.
- Handle mail and package deliveries.
- Maintain inventory and order supplies using the Workday eProcurement system.
- Perform administrative tasks such as photocopying, scanning, and assisting with exam formatting or printing.
- Issue guest parking passes and validate parking.
- Provide backup support for classroom technology.
- Prepare materials for events and assist faculty with specific projects.
- Perform light janitorial duties including vacuuming, sweeping, cleaning surfaces, and submitting service requests to campus partners.
What you'll need#
- Ability to provide high-quality customer service.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
- General computer skills including typing and email proficiency.
- Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite.
- Prior experience in customer service, administrative roles, or event setup is preferred.
- You must have at least three remaining terms of student status.
Location & details#
- Location: Portland, Oregon (OHSU Robertson Life Sciences Building).
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm.
- Physical requirements: Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 20 pounds.
- Note: Public transit or biking is recommended for commuting to this location.
About Oregon State University
Oregon State University is a public research institution based in Corvallis, Oregon. Founded in 1868, the university operates as an educational organization. It employs over 13,000 people and maintains a large campus community. The institution focuses on research and academic instruction across various fields.
How to get in at Oregon State University
Securing an internship at Oregon State University requires speed because early applicants are often reviewed before the volume of candidates becomes unmanageable. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published anywhere, helping you apply among the first. This timing often makes the difference in getting your resume seen by the right department. You can also improve your response rates by reaching out to the recruiters behind these roles directly rather than waiting in a queue. Intern Insider surfaces the specific people managing these openings, which allows you to ask targeted questions about the position or request a referral. This direct approach often helps you stand out in a competitive academic environment.
