Work Study Student - Financial Aid - UWCE Office Assistant (Fall 2026)

Work Study Student

The Work Study Student will support the Office of Financial Aid on the Armstrong Campus beginning Fall 2026. The Work Study Student will support United Way of the Coastal Empire's Human Resources department as an Office Assistant, assisting with daily HR operations while helping to develop and formalize the organization's internship program. This position provides hands-on experience in human resources, employee engagement, recruitment, compliance, and nonprofit program coordination. Student employees cannot work more than 1300 hours in a 12-consecutive month period. Employment is contingent upon funding. Please confirm your Federal Work-Study eligibility with the Office of Financial Aid.

Location: Armstrong Campus - Savannah, GA

Department Information: Office of Financial Aid

Responsibilities:

Assists in building and formalizing United Way's Work Study Program Updates and revises internship position descriptions to reflect current roles and responsibilities Contributes to updates of the Intern Handbook to ensure clarity and consistency Develops an Intern Orientation PowerPoint to support structured onboarding Collaborates with Marketing to create internship program materials, including a 1-page overview and content for the internship webpage Assists in developing screening tools for intern hiring managers Supports the coordination of intern onboarding, communications, and placement Provides support for day-to-day HR operations Assists with onboarding processes, personnel file updates, and document management Maintains digital HR records, ensuring accuracy and compliance of employee documentation Supports planning and coordination of internal staff activities, including All Staff Meetings, potlucks, and staff appreciation events Manages the Internship Interest Form and communicate with prospective interns Assists with scheduling, communication, and follow-up for intern applicants Performs general administrative duties, including filing, organizing documents, and managing digital records Supports data entry, document preparation, and workflow improvement initiatives Prepares spreadsheets, summaries, and internal reports as needed Contributes to streamlining administrative processes and maintaining accurate documentation across departments Shift Specifics Up to 12 hours per week Flexible with schedule of availability Located off campus, traveling to and from work site is the applicants responsibility Can not work during scheduled class times Shifts available Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Required Qualifications:

Educational Requirements Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University. Other Required Qualifications Must be Federal Work eligible.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred Experience Customer service and/or administrative experience preferred Exceptional attention to detail and organization Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Experience maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information

Proposed Salary:

$15.00 per hour This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

Required Documents to Attach:

Resume Schedule of Availability Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

ABILITIES Consistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to support various constituencies served by the University Proficiency with computer and Microsoft Office applications software including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases KNOWLEDGE Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success SKILLS Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date:

November 20, 2026 Application review may begin as early as September 29, 2026.

Contact Information:

For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at or by email at

USG Core Values:

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

Conditions of Employment:

Offers for student employment may be contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University. Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community Employment is contingent upon funding. Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University. Must maintain Federal Work-Study eligibility.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: .

Other Information:

Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. This is an in-person position located at 428 Bull Street, Savannah, GA 31401. This is not a supervisory position. This position is not required to drive.

Background Check:

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