Student Administrative Assistant III_On-Campus FWS

GW Student Employment Center for Career Services

Washington, DC

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Administrative Skills, Applicant Tracking System, Benchmarking, Business Administration, Data Collection, Data Entry, Data Quality, Employee Orientation, Event Management, File Audits, HRIS/HRMS, Human Resources, Intranet, Job Requisition Posting, Legal, Logistics, Onboarding, Operational Support, People Management, Records Management, Reporting Skills, Retail, Spreadsheets, Volunteer Experience

LOCATION

Washington, DC

POSTED

Today

Position Details

Position Information

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Position Title
Student Administrative Assistant III_On-Campus FWS

Level of Support
Student Support III

Position Type
On-Campus FWS

Number of Openings
2

Work Hours
During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm)

Wage Per Hour
$20.00

Division/School
Operations

Department Name
623204 GENERAL FOOD SERVICE

Department Bio

GW Dining operates the on-campus dining program at GW. The GW Dining Team oversees 3 all-you-care-to-eat dining halls, 12+ retail locations, and much more.

Position Specific Summary

Position Summary

The Human Resources Intern will provide administrative and project support to the HR department, gaining hands-on experience across core HR functions including recruiting, onboarding, employee records management, and HR communications. This role offers an excellent opportunity for students pursuing a career in human resources, business administration, or a related field.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Recruiting & Onboarding Support

Assists with posting open positions to the university's applicant tracking system and external job boards.
Screens incoming applications and coordinates interview scheduling between candidates and hiring managers.
Prepares onboarding materials, welcome packets, and new hire checklists for incoming employees.
Supports the coordination of new employee orientation sessions and assists with logistics and materials preparation.

HR Administration & Records

Maintains and updates employee records in the HR information system, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
Assists with filing, scanning, and organizing personnel documents in compliance with records retention policies.
Responds to general HR inquiries from staff and students, escalating complex matters to HR staff as appropriate.
Supports audits of employee files and HR databases to ensure data integrity.

Projects & Communications

Assists with research and data gathering for HR projects, including policy reviews, compensation benchmarking, and employee engagement initiatives.
Drafts HR communications, announcements, and intranet content under the guidance of HR staff.
Supports the coordination of HR events such as benefits fairs, training sessions, and recognition programs.
Prepares reports, spreadsheets, and presentations as assigned.
Performs other duties and special projects as assigned, related to specific departmental needs.

Standard Position Description

The student will serve as an administrative assistant and perform tasks to support the operations of the office or department with limited oversight while completing assignments, projects, and duties. Tasks may also include: lead and organize administrative functions for mid to large scale programs, projects, or events, serve as a key point of contact for departmental inquiries, assist in the management of department or program communications and data entry/reporting, and/or provide oversight and support for student staff and other administrative tasks. Special projects or duties may be assigned related to specific office needs.

Professional Outcomes
Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism, Career Development

Required Qualifications

Previous skills, training, or experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Coursework or demonstrated interest in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
Familiarity with HRIS or applicant tracking systems (e.g., Workday, PeopleAdmin).
Previous internship, work study, or volunteer experience in an office environment.

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date
07/13/2026

Job Close Date
08/21/2026

Campus Location
Foggy Bottom

Work Type Designation
In-Person

Hiring Manager Name
Emily Eason

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment-free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices.

For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.

Background Check

The student employee will:
Have access to process or view financial transactions, student records/grades, employee records, medical records, and/or social security numbers. - Background check required.

Student Administrative Assistant III_On-Campus FWS

GW Student Employment Center for Career Services

Washington, DC

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