Graduate Hourly Student Employment - Industry/Alumni Relations & Student Professional Development Assistant

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Position Information

Advertising Department COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY Academic Term/Year FALL 2026/SPRING 2027 Position Title Graduate Hourly Student Employment - Industry/Alumni Relations & Student Professional Development Assistant Posting Number 08354 Position Number 08354 Student Job Category Student - Hourly Job Position Location On-campus City Greenville State NC Number of Vacancies 1 Rate of Pay $15.00/hourly FLSA Status FLSA Non-exempt Will the position be subject to the CBC policy? No Job Description

ECU College of Engineering and Technology is currently seeking an Industry/Alumni Relations & Student Professional Development Assistant.

Position Summary

The College of Engineering and Technology is seeking a motivated and professional graduate student to support the Director of Industry and Alumni Relations. This position provides an excellent opportunity to gain experience in employer relations, alumni engagement, career development, event management, marketing, and higher education administration while working closely with students, alumni, faculty, and industry partners.

Primary Responsibilities

Industry & Alumni Engagement

• Assist with outreach to industry partners and alumni through email, phone, LinkedIn, and other social media platforms.
• Support relationship-building efforts with employers and alumni to increase engagement with the College.
• Help coordinate follow-up communications and partnership activities.

Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

• Maintain accurate records within the College's CRM system.
• Enter and update company, alumni, and meeting information.
• Generate reports and assist with data analysis to support strategic initiatives.

Student Professional Development

• Assist students with resume reviews and basic interview preparation.
• Provide guidance on internship and job search strategies.
• Help promote career readiness programs and employment opportunities.

Events & Employer Engagement

• Assist with planning, coordinating, and executing career fairs, employer information sessions, networking events, advisory council meetings, and other College events.
• Support employer visits by preparing materials, coordinating logistics, and assisting during events.
• Internship & Employment Tracking
• Assist with tracking student internships, co-ops, and employment outcomes.
• Help collect internship/employment data for reporting and metric tracking purposes.

Office & Administrative Support

• Welcome and assist visitors to the College of Engineering and Technology.
• Answer incoming telephone calls and respond to general inquiries.
• Prepare documents, presentations, spreadsheets, and correspondence.
• Perform general office duties, including but not limited to filing, copying, scheduling, and running occasional campus errands in support of College activities.

Learning Opportunities

This position provides valuable hands-on experience in:

Employer and alumni relations

Career services and workforce development

Marketing and communications

Event planning and management

Higher education administration

CRM and data management

Professional networking and relationship building

The graduate student will work closely with the Director of Industry Relations and gain broad exposure to corporate engagement, student success initiatives, and strategic partnership development within the College of Engineering and Technology.

Expected availability 20 hours/week

GPA Requirement Minimum of 2.0 Preferred (Majors, Experience, GPA, etc.)

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a graduate degree program at East Carolina University.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines while working independently.
• Professional demeanor and strong customer service skills.

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Experience with social media platforms and digital marketing.
• Familiarity with CRM software or database management is preferred.
• Experience with event planning, communications, or customer relationship management is a plus.
• Graphic design, Video editing, Canva, photography, or content creation experience is beneficial but not required.

License/certification required Special Instructions to Applicant

Please submit your professional resume and cover letter online.

Additional Instructions to Applicants

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Quick Link for Direct Access https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/95443 Open Date 07/22/2026 Close Date 07/28/2026 Open Until Filled No Nondiscrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment

Individuals submitting profiles for these positions must be current ECU students, in good-standing and meet the respective GPA requirement as required by the position type. Final candidates may be subject to criminal & sex offender background checks based upon the duties and responsibilities of the position. Some vacancies also require motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • What is your Grade Point Average (GPA)?

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents