About the role#
The Physics department at Florida International University is hiring a Student Program Assistant. This is a temporary position that supports the daily operations of the department. You will work on-site at the Modesto A. Maidique Campus in Miami.
What you'll do#
- Serve as the initial point of contact for the department in person and over the phone.
- Assist the Graduate and Undergraduate Program Directors with administrative tasks.
- Manage office inventory and organize files.
- Handle printing and scanning needs for faculty and staff.
- Troubleshoot basic office equipment and software issues.
- Identify and report maintenance needs for offices, labs, and classrooms.
- Assist with the setup and coordination of departmental events.
- Help faculty, staff, and students access rooms.
- Coordinate the setup and breakdown of equipment.
- Manage the sending and receiving of interdepartmental items.
- Collaborate with administration to improve operational protocols.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment at FIU with a minimum of six credit hours.
- An active Federal Work Study (FWS) award as part of your financial aid package.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to manage time-sensitive deadlines.
- Proactive communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Miami, Florida (Modesto A. Maidique Campus).
- Pay: $15.00 per hour.
- Term: Rolling.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Note: Employment must end if you graduate, your award is canceled, or your credit hours drop below the minimum requirement.
About Florida International University
Florida International University is a public research institution based in Miami. Founded in 1965, the university serves over 56,000 students through a variety of bachelor, master, and doctoral degree programs. It maintains a large staff of over 12,000 employees and operates across multiple campus locations. The university focuses on research in fields including medicine, engineering, business, and journalism.
How to get in at Florida International University
Applying early to Florida International University gives you a distinct advantage because recruiters review applications before the volume becomes unmanageable. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published, helping you apply among the first. This timing ensures your materials are seen before the pile grows. You can also improve your response rates by reaching out to the recruiters behind these roles directly. Intern Insider surfaces the specific people managing the hiring process at Florida International University, allowing you to ask informed questions or request a referral. This direct approach is often more effective than relying solely on an automated queue.
