FIRST@DU Student Assistant

FIRST@DU Student Assistants will provide support to staff with various student success programming. Assistants will support first-generation students in cultivating a sense of belonging and connection to DU and assist first-generation students in getting acclimated to the college experience. Position starts in the Fall Quarter 2026 and continues through the academic year (winter and spring quarter of 2027).

The FIRST@DU office is located in the Student Experience Suite in the Community Commons (CCOM 1200). FIRST@DU is dedicated to supporting and celebrating first-generation students and their families. We provide an array of opportunities for students to network and build support through community activities, mentoring, resource referrals, and leadership development.

FIRST@DU Student Assistants will provide support to staff with various student success programming. Assistants will support first-generation students in cultivating a sense of belonging and connection to DU and assist first-generation students in getting acclimated to the college experience. Position starts in the Fall Quarter 2026 and continues through the academic year (winter and spring quarter of 2027).

Student Assistants will support in assisting and planning programs for first-generation students. This includes our signature events such as First-Gen Week and First-Gen Graduation Reception. Some assistants will also help with marketing materials such as newsletter, graphic creation, and social media.

Provide resources and support to first-generation students, FIRST@DU programs and working on special projects.

Assist in creating graphics for promotional event materials.

Assist in developing and managing social media content and email newsletters.

Support in other FIRST@DU initiatives as needed.

Perform related work as required or assigned.

Some evenings are required.

All student assistants are required to attend student staff training, meetings, and to complete an end-of-year assessment.

Knowledge of campus resources, connectedness to campus, maturity, approachability, dependability, flexibility, and good communication skills.

Experience in college access and student success initiatives.

Knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Crimson Connect, 25

Live & Qualtrics.

Communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Sensitivity to and interest in first-generation college student issues.

Enthusiasm for the university, its students, faculty, staff, academic and co-curricular life.

Current DU undergraduate or graduate student enrolled for  academic year.

A work-study award for academic year  is required. If you're not sure if you qualify, please email workstudy.

1. Standard office environment.

2. Unexpected interruptions occur often, and stress level is low to moderate.

3. Noise level is moderate to high.

1. Ability to sit in a chair for an extended period.

2. Occasionally required to move about the office/campus with the capability of transporting objects up to 20 lbs.

The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non-Discrimination Statement.

All offers of employment are based upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check. These are required for all part-time, full-time and student employee hires.

Hiring range is hourly  based on experience.