About the role#
The Office of Summer and Special Academic Programs is hiring a student to serve as a Precollege Program Coordinator. This role supports the UVA Advance program, which is a credit-bearing, residential precollege experience. You will assist the program director with planning during the spring and take on a leadership role during the summer sessions on Grounds. This position requires someone who can manage multiple tasks, adapt to changing priorities, and work independently once trained.
What you'll do#
- Review student applications and assist in admissions decisions.
- Manage communications with prospective students and their parents.
- Facilitate webinars and virtual meetings.
- Draft, edit, and compile program documents such as handbooks, catalogs, and guides.
- Create and edit marketing materials and social media posts.
- Plan and provide training for Resident Community Advisors.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for Resident Community Advisors.
- Execute team-building activities and manage logistics like roommate assignments.
- Supervise program excursions, events, and student workshops.
- Assist with Summer Session activities and tabling events.
- Maintain strict confidentiality regarding program and student information.
What you'll need#
- Current UVA graduate or undergraduate student (third or fourth year) in good standing.
- Experience working with complex programs through all stages of planning and implementation.
- Experience working with adolescents in academic or extracurricular settings.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Teams.
- Experience using Canvas in a non-student capacity is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: Charlottesville, Virginia.
- Term: Spring 2027 through August 2027.
- Modality: On-site and hybrid options available during the spring, with mostly on-site work during the summer.
- Compensation: This is a paid position at $18 per hour.
- Schedule: 10 to 20 hours per week from January through mid-June, increasing to 20 to 40 hours per week from mid-June through early August. Occasional evening and weekend work is required.
About University of Virginia
The University of Virginia is a public institution of higher learning based in Charlottesville. Founded in 1819, it operates 12 distinct schools and serves as the largest employer in its region. The university maintains an annual economic impact of 5.9 billion dollars. It focuses on academic research and the preparation of students for leadership roles.
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