Economics Department Office Assistant Work-Study

This job is only available to students who qualify for Work-Study.  If you are unsure whether you have been awarded Work-Study, please contact the Financial Aid office at [email protected].

The Economics Department is seeking a detail-oriented, creative, and proactive student to join our team as a Work-Study Administrative & Research Assistant. This role provides hands-on experience supporting department operations through a variety of tasks involving design, data organization, research, and general administrative support.

Department: Economics
Location: Lippman Hall 212/221

Supervisor: Susie Saleem

Work Available: Days

Rate of Pay: $ 9.70/hr

Number of Positions available: 2

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Create flyers and digital materials using Canva for department events and announcements

• Track inventory and organize supply data using Excel and Google Sheets

• Research vendors, obtain price quotes, and assist with purchase documentation

• Complete print jobs and distribute promotional materials across campus

• Provide general administrative support, including errands and special projects as needed

Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Canva, Excel, and Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive)

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to work independently and follow through on tasks

• Reliable, professional, and punctual with strong communication skills

• Experience with Drupal or other content management systems (CMS) is a plus.

• Familiar with social media best practices and media content creation is a plus.

Location: Schenectady, NY

E-Verify Participation: Union College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify and your Right to Work (Derecho a Trabajar).