About the role#
The Student Assistant supports the Policy Internship Programs at Texas A&M University, including the Agricultural & Natural Resources Policy, Public Policy, and Public Policy Scholars programs. This role helps manage operations for programs that send students to Washington, D.C., Austin, and various international locations. You will work as part of a team to support students interested in public policy, government, and leadership.
What you'll do#
- Handle general office tasks and program operations.
- Promote programs and recruit applicants by attending career fairs, classes, and student organization meetings.
- Help students define their career goals.
- Assist in planning and running intern interviews, training sessions, and other events.
- Edit intern materials such as résumés, cover letters, and writing samples.
- Manage spreadsheets, timelines, and program documents.
- Create letters, memos, and meeting materials for stakeholders.
- Observe and engage with legislative offices, governmental agencies, and non-profit organizations.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a degree-seeking student at the Texas A&M University main campus in College Station.
- Major within the College of Agriculture & Life Sciences.
- Strong writing and public speaking abilities.
- Comfort interacting with students, public officials, and government agencies.
- Ability to solve problems, think critically, and work independently.
- Availability to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends for special events.
Location & details#
- Location: College Station, Texas.
- Modality: This is an on-site, in-person position.
- Schedule: Requires 20 hours per week, primarily during business hours with flexibility for your academic schedule.
- Status: Paid, part-time position.
About Texas A&M University System
The Texas A&M University System operates as a large public higher education network based in College Station, Texas. Established in 1876, the organization manages 12 universities, eight state agencies, and a health science center. It maintains an annual budget of 7.3 billion dollars and supports nearly 170,000 students. The system focuses on research, agriculture, engineering, and medicine to support state economic development.
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