The Marshall Office of Undergraduate Advising is currently looking for self-motivated students to join our team as interns. Ideal candidates must have a positive attitude, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have the ability to work effectively in teams. Interns will have the opportunity to develop and expand their knowledge and skills in customer service and project management using a hands-on approach. The intern position will provide preprofessional experience where students receive exposure to the field of higher education and student affairs within a dynamic office setting. Student interns will have the opportunity to manage meaningful assignments and will receive mentorship through goal setting and evaluations. Students who are looking for a work-study position that will result in their learning strong interpersonal, multi-tasking, and planning skills are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications
 Work-Study eligibility required
 Excellent written and verbal communications skills
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High level of professionalism and customer service skills
Ability to handle confidential information appropriately
 Detail-oriented
 Ability to multi-task and manage projects
 Motivated to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
 Proficiency in Microsoft Office
 Desire to learn and grow as a professional
 Proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop is a plus
Responsibilities
 Serve as front desk support in day-to-day operations of the Marshall Office of
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Undergraduate Advising; answer phone calls, manage appointments
Relay information to the USC Community regarding registration policies, office policies
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 and procedures, and Business Administration curriculum
Assist Marshall advisors with tracking, events, and marketing materials
Provide support to our signature programs including Marshall Connections Program,
GLP, BCA, Commencement, and the Marshall Peer Tutoring Program
 Use Student Information Systems to process forms
Please note that internships within our office are intended to continue throughout your time here at USC. If hired, the position offers a unique opportunity to gain practical work experience for an extended period of time in a real-world work environment where you will professionally grow and build your skill set from year to year. The position is meant to roll-over each academic year, pending a good evaluation at the end of each spring semester.
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Please submit the following documents. Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.
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Completed Student Intern Employment Application
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Resume (include past employment if applicable, involvement in organizations, campus activities, and other leadership positions)
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References (two professional or academic references; indicate relationship)
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Summer 2013 time commitments (calendar view including class schedule and all other time commitments)
SUBMIT TO LAUREN SCHLESSINGER IN BRI 104 OR EMAIL TO schlessi@marshall.usc.edu.
Applicant Information
Full Name:
Address:
Last First
Street Address
City
Phone: ( ) E-mail Address:
USC ID#
Work Study Award
Amount
Have you ever worked for USC before?
YES
$
NO If yes, when and where?
Previous Employment
Company:
Address:
Job Title:
Responsibilities:
Reason for Leaving:
Company:
Address:
Job Title:
Responsibilities:
Reason for Leaving:
From:
From:
M.I.
Date:
Apartment/Unit #
State ZIP Code
Major/ Minor
Phone: ( )
Supervisor:
To:
Phone: ( )
Supervisor:
To:
(Questions on reverse side)
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Questionnaire
Why do you want to work as a student intern in the Marshall Undergraduate Advising Office?
Describe your personal work “style” and explain how it will help you make a strong contribution to the
Marshall Advising Office. Include a specific incident from your past work or leadership experiences to illustrate your work style.
Describe one or two challenges new students face, academically or socially, in their transition to college life. Do you have any suggestions on how to address some of these issues?
Please provide us information on your computer related skills and experience (i.e. Microsoft Office Suite,
Illustrator, Photoshop, etc).
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