Logistics and Communications Assistant, Community of Scholars (Student)

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Department:

School of International Service

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:

The American University’s School of International Service (SIS) is seeking a responsible and proactive undergraduate or graduate student to join our team as a Logistics and Communications Assistant for the Community of Scholars (CoS) pre-college program. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys planning, supporting high-impact events, and ensuring smooth operations in a fast-paced academic environment.

The assistant will support an internationally diverse cohort of high school students in an intensive, two-week academic program, providing hands-on logistical support for faculty, students, families, and staff. Communications and social media responsibilities will support the program’s day-to-day operations and student experience.

The assistant will report directly to the Director and receive daily guidance and task assignments.

Essential Functions:

1.) Logistics and Program Support (Primary Focus)

• Support CoS faculty with classroom logistics and material needs.

• Coordinate arrangements for internal and external program events (e.g., speaker visits, site tours).

• Provide support to resident assistants during student activities and evening events.

• Assist with communications to students and families leading up to and during the program.

• Help with move-in, orientation, and closing events.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director to ensure program success.

2.) Communications and Social Media

• Assist in managing content for the program’s official Instagram and Facebook pages.

• Provide real-time social media updates during the on-campus program (e.g., capturing photos/videos).

• Respond to routine inquiries via social media and program email using pre-approved guidance.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

• Part-time.

• 15 - 27 hours per week.

Salary Range:

• $18.40 - $22.00 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student.

• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

• Experience supporting events or managing logistics is a plus.

• Comfortable engaging with students, faculty, families, and external partners.

• Familiarity with Instagram and Facebook (content creation experience is helpful but not required).

• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Previous work with a similar program, student group, or organization.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Must be available in person during the on-campus program from July 6 - 17.

• Primary focus will be on daily program logistics, event coordination, and faculty support.

Other Details

• This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

• Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibi