Center Entrepreneurship & Innovation Student Assistant - Federal Study

Federal Work Study Award

Job Title:

Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation Student Assistant - Federal Work Study

Location:

UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Regular/Temporary:
Temporary

Full/Part Time:
Part-Time

Job

The University of North Georgia is currently accepting applications for a federal work study student in the Management & Information Systems department on the Dahlonega campus. Assist the Center for Entrepreneurship & Innovation with program coordination, event support and administrative tasks, such as scheduling, communications and data tracking. Support student and community engagement initiatives by promoting events, managing social media or outreach efforts, and providing on-site assistance during workshops and programs.

Gain hands‑on experience in entrepreneurship by contributing to special projects, research and innovation‑focused activities while working closely with staff and student founders.

• Support daily operations of the Center by handling administrative tasks such as scheduling, data entry, communications and maintaining organized records.
• Assist with planning and executing events, workshops, and programs, including setup, promotion, and on‑site coordination.
• Contribute to outreach and engagement efforts by helping manage social media, track participation metrics and support special projects related to entrepreneurship and innovation.

• Strong organizational, communication and time‑management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in basic office and digital tools (e.g., Google Workspace or Microsoft Office), along with attention to detail and reliability.
• Interest in entrepreneurship and innovation, with a proactive attitude, willingness to learn, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

• Must be enrolled at the University of North Georgia in a minimum of six (6) credit hours to qualify as a student worker.

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Federal Work Study Award

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre‑employment drug test.

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an affirmatively acting Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will not be required to drive.
• This role is not considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position will not travel.
• This position does not require security clearance.