Office of Civic Engagement

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Student Civic Engagement Pathfinder is for any UChicago undergraduate or graduate student seeking to work or volunteer in a role that supports the local community, and to develop the knowledge, skills, experiences to make a difference.

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The University of Chicago Office of Civic Engagement
Edward H. Levi Hall, Suite 102
5801 South Ellis Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60637
773.702.7547
civicengagement@uchicago.edu

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Project Assistant Career Conference

Office of Special Programs - College Prep

The Office of special Programs-College Prep after school program for high school students seeks a 3rd or 4th year undergraduate or graduate student who is an outgoing, highly organized individual with demonstrated attention to detail, ability to prioritize tasks, establish and adhere to deadlines, think critically and problem solve. Must have excellent verbal, written and Microsoft skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint or comparable software.  Experience in event planning preferred.

The position serves in a cross-functional capacity assisting in the implementation of an annual city-wide career conference for high school students by coordinating a team of volunteer committee members who provide advice and support in event planning and implementation including media promotion, signage, recruitment/registration of students, panelists, and keynote speakers, venue logistics, and food services.

Other duties include the development, update and dissemination of committee meeting minutes and status and progress reports; collection and analysis of data, scheduling of team meetings and conference calls and conducting volunteer information and training sessions; event coordination and participant registration.

Flexible hours:  Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 6:00pm; Saturday 9:00am - 12:00pm. Minimum commitment 10 to 15 hours per week.  

All hires are required to complete a 90 minute orientation and on-boarding process.

NOTE: You will need to log into Handshake (for undergrads) or Gargoyle (for graduate students) to complete the application.

  • Work study
  • All study levels
  • 10 hours p/w
  • $15 - $17
  • Education
  • Req no. 3005018 (Handshake); 65972 (Grad Gargoyle)
  • Expired