HR Student Assistant - Engineering

Position Summary

The Department of Resource Management within the College of Engineering is seeking to hire an HR Student Assistant to support daily operational and administrative functions.

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No.

1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No.

1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future.

The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more .edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

Minimum Qualifications

* Must be a current USF student

Preferred Qualifications The ideal candidate will have:

* Prior work experience in an office or customer service environment

* Availability to work flexible hours Monday-Friday

* Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

* High attention to detail and a strong sense of urgency when completing tasks

Standard Learning Objectives As a result of this position, the student will be able to:

* Demonstrate basic employability skills such as timeliness, appropriate dress, interpersonal communication, and time management

* Receive and apply feedback from a supervisor effectively

* Assess the workplace and articulate how personal talents, skills, and knowledge support the employer's goals, mission, and vision

* Demonstrate their professional brand and identity

* Communicate transferable and functional skills to prospective employers

Additional Information for Applicants

Must upload a resume

The student(s) will be expected to perform the following duties:

* Electronic file maintenance

* Electronic document filing

* Data entry - update internal tracking spreadsheets

* Other duties as assigned

Average Number of Hours per Week: 15-20 hours

Schedule:

Flexible schedule between 8:00 a.m.

- 5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday