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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Registered Dietitian’s Office is seeking highly motivated students to fill multiple part time vacancies for the 2026-2027 academic year. The main task of the Student Nutrition Liaison is to create and implement nutrition education materials related to Campus Dining via social media and outreach activities/events. The successful candidates will have a basic understanding of nutrition, excellent communication skills, a passion for social media, educational outreach and student engagement, and the ability to work alone and with a small group to accomplish tasks. Students majoring in nutritional sciences, food science or related major/field preferred. The main location for this position will take place in the Housing and Food Services Building with frequent activities/events throughout the 5 dining halls across campus.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Responsible for planning and execution of various nutrition education events in the dining hall locations
• Promote awareness of healthy and inclusive dining options served on campus through social media and/or in person events
• Periodically answer food allergy awareness questions from guests
• Refer guests to the Registered Dietitian’s Office for individualized guidance regarding food allergies or other dietary needs when necessary
• Discuss weekly updates with Registered Dietitian’s Office
• Minimum 6 hr/ week

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate student enrolled at University Park Campus
• Basic knowledge of nutrition required
• Experience with social media/ outreach initiatives is preferred
• Students majoring in nutritional science, food science or related major/field preferred
• Must have at least one year remaining of their degree program
• Minimum 1 academic year commitment preferred

 

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