College Work Study Program (Academic Affairs Office Assistant)

Job Description

College Work Study Program (Academic Affairs Office Assistant) | Tennessee Board of Regents (TBR)

The Tone:
This is an internship at Southwest Tennessee Community College, located across multiple campus locations in Shelby County. Southwest Tennessee Community College is a comprehensive, multicultural, public, open-access institution, offering over 100 programs and more than 20 technical certificate programs to its community. The college is dedicated to fostering student success, transforming lives, and elevating the educational attainment of the growing population in Shelby County. This role is vital for providing essential administrative support to the Academic Affairs Office, ensuring its smooth operation and effective service to the college’s students and staff.

The TL;DR
• Role: Internship
• Type: Part-time
• Location: In-person, Memphis, TN

• Team: Academic Affairs Office; reports to Academic Affairs Department
• Mission: This person will perform critical clerical support tasks to maintain the efficient operation of the Academic Affairs Office.

What You’ll Actually Do
• Support: Provide clerical support tasks to ensure the smooth functioning of the Academic Affairs Office.
• Communicate: Handle incoming calls and manage external correspondence efficiently.
• Document: Prepare, process, and distribute various documents accurately and punctually.
• Welcome: Greet office visitors and assist with setting up facilities as required.
• Organize: Process paperwork and maintain an organized filing system within the office.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Entry-Level. Must be a registered student currently enrolled at Southwest Tennessee Community College.
• Experience: Must be a student approved for the Federal Work Study program; contact the Financial Aid Office with any questions.
• Skills: Requires regular attendance for the allotted hours per week, dependability, a courteous demeanor, and good communication skills.