EAO Student Assistant - Job Description
The Corporate and Foundation Relations team in the Engineering Advancement Office is looking for an hourly student assistant. Candidates should be energetic self-starters with an enthusiastic and positive approach to work; who are willing to take initiative and learn quickly. Candidates with a strong interest in storytelling is a plus. This position is paid hourly and will last the duration of the Fall and Spring semesters, with potential to continue into the Summer and following academic year.
Student assistants will assist with administrative tasks including but not limited to composing communications (letter, emails, briefing memos), flyers/announcements, and other captivating content highlighting impact (graphics, data visualization, templates, student stories). Assist with event planning including creating event stationary, assisting in event coordination, event set-up and breakdown. Research and compile stakeholder profiles via social media platforms, databases, and other source material. The candidate must have good written and communication skills, high attention to detail and organizational skills. They must be able to work with a variety of people, meet deadlines, multitask, and prioritize projects.
Responsibilities will include, but not limited to:
Assist with event planning, promotion, set-up and breakdown; could require attendance at events not during normal business hours (these hours are volunteer and can be in addition to normal schedule)
Assist with various administrative tasks as they arise
Assist with prospect and donor research, including, but not limited to, briefings, strategy documents, and contact reports
Support the creation and distribution of the Corporate and Foundation Relations quarterly newsletter
Use Asana to track and collaborate on tasks with team members
Other projects to be assigned on as needed basis
Candidate Requirements:
Must be a student currently enrolled at the University of Maryland, College Park
Excellent written and grammatical skills
High attention to detail
Accurate data entry
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) and Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides); is also willing to learn new technology as needed
Possess tact and professionalism when communicating with the university’s highest level of stakeholders
Uphold the highest standards of confidentiality
Background Preferences:
Preferred major: business, public policy, communications, engineering, or related fields
Interest in philanthropy, corporate partnerships, higher education, or nonprofit work
Experience with Canva or graphic design platform
Available 6-8 hours per week (2 shifts of 3-4 hours) during the academic year, with flexibility during key Corporate Partner events
To apply:
Applications are due by August 19, 2025. The priority deadline is August 12, 2025.
To apply, please submit the following materials to Raquelle Contreras at raquelle@umd.edu:
Resume
Brief cover letter that describes your experience and why you are interested in the position
2-3 relevant samples of your work (e.g. research papers, essays, examples of social media content, designed materials such as flyers or invitations)
Class Schedule
Use this Subject Line for emailed application and materials: EAO Student Assistant application
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Raquelle Contreras, raquelle@umd.edu.