2026-2027 EPE Student Assistant

About Fiu

Florida International University https://fiu.edu/ is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.

Overview

The College of Business' Office of Executive & Professional Education is currently seeking an EPE Student Assistant to join their team of professionals. The student assistant will support the Office of Executive & Professional Education with a variety of administrative and operational tasks The ideal candidate must be responsible, diligent, flexible, and eager to learn Specific duties include:

• Maintaining a punctual and reliable work schedule
• Providing courteous and professional customer service
• Performing data entry and administrative tasks
• Assisting with scheduling and logistical support for programs
• Supporting marketing research efforts and outreach initiatives
• Helping manage projects in systems such as Asana
• Communicating with clients, vendors, and internal departments
• Assisting with setup and use of the Canvas LMS and Radius CRM
• Preparing and formatting documents using Microsoft Word, Excel, and other tools
• Ensuring accuracy and attention to detail in all assigned work
• Demonstrating professional behavior and business attire at all times

This position provides an excellent opportunity for students interested in program development, delivery, marketing, communications, and project coordination within a professional and fast-paced environment.

Job Category

Federal Work Study

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications: The ideal candidate should:

• Have experience in customer service or administrative support
• Be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel; knowledge of Access is a plus
• Have strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrate an eagerness to learn new tools and systems (Canvas LMS, Radius CRM, Asana)
• Be able to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently
• Possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Exhibit professionalism and discretion when handling sensitive information
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed including occasional evenings, weekends, and off-campus

Who May Apply

• Students enrolled at FIU, who have been awarded Federal Work Study (FWS) as part of their Financial Aid Award package.
• Student must be enrolled with a minimum of six (6) credit hours in a course of study leading to a degree or a Financial Aid eligible certificate, during Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
• Upon credits decreasing, award being canceled, or graduating, FWS employment must end.

Work Schedule

Hours will vary based on class schedule and departmental needs.

Advertised Salary

$15.00/hr

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check This student appointment may be subjected to a pre-employment background check.

Student Background Checks

Extended Background Check is required if the job includes any of the following responsibilities. Some may also require a Fingerprint Check: Duties: Yes or No Will the position provide unsupervised direct care, treatment, education, training, instruction, supervision, or recreation to vulnerable populations such as minors, the elderly, or those with disabilities? (Fingerprint Check required)No Will this role be in the Center for Children and Families (CCF) or the Childrens – Creative Learning Center (CCLC)? No Will this role be part of a university-sponsored summer camp or afterschool program? ( Those providing services in Camps will require DCF Clearance at a cost) No Will this role require entering any K-12 schools? ( Those providing services in K-12 Schools will require MDCPS/BCPS Clearance at a cost.) No Will this role have direct access to cash, checks, gift cards, credit cards, debit cards, or make and receive payments? No Will this role conduct IT related functions, e.g. IT Technician, Data Analyst, Application Developer, etc.? No Will this role require driving of a university-owned motor vehicle (including golf cart and other utility vehicles)? No Will this role travel with Athletics teams to events? No Will the role be in a special trust/sensitive location? No Will this role be in the Office of the Registrar, Office of Financial Aid, or One Stop? NoWill this position work within the following units that provide health and human services: College of Medicine, College of Nursing, Health Sciences, Physical Therapy, Athletic Training, School of Social Work, Occupational Therapy, Dietetics & Nutrition, Student Health, Psychology, Center for Children & Families? Office of Inspector General (OIG) Checks (Global Watch only)No Will this role perform or support research? (Mark No if this is a Graduate Assistant contract (GA, RA, TA)) No

How to apply

Prospective Employee If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in " My Applications ". To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing. Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume. *This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Disclosures

Clery Notice In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act https://www.clerycenter.org/the-clery-act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station). Pay Transparency Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. Notice of Non-Discrimination FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment decisions, programs, and events without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights at 305.348.2785 or email [email protected]. Reasonable Accommodation Statement Should you need an ADA accommodation to participate in a University event, program, or activity or need to request materials in an accessible format, please contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) at 305-348-2785 or [email protected]. All requests for ADA accommodation or accessible materials for this event must be submitted to OCR at least seven (7) business days prior to the event or at the earliest possible opportunity.