Chapman University
Administration/Managerment

CPD Student Assistants: Data & Systems, Employer Engagement, Career Education (FALL 2026)

Deadline
Mar 04, 2027
Closing in 136 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Permanent
Part time
Reference
N/A
Posted Sep 08, 2026
Offered salary$16.90 - $16.90

About the role

Chapman University CPD Student Assistants: Data & Systems, Employer Engagement, Career

Education (FALL 2026)

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We do have some flexibility with the schedules working between the hours of 8:00 – 5:00. This position prefers students who received a Federal Work Study Award for the 2026-2027 Academic Year

Posting Details

Student Title Classification Information

Quick Link https: // chapman.peopleadmin.com/postings/40918

Job Number SE233524

Position Information

Department or Unit Name Career and Professional Development

Position Headcount 6 Position Title CPD Student Assistants: Data & Systems, Employer Engagement, Career Education (FALL 2026) Academic Year Academic Year 2026-2027 Term or Semester All Academic Year Is this Role for an Undergrad or Grad Student? Undergrad Anticipated Pay Range $16.90 - $16.90 Pay Range Information Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate's qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage. On which Campus will this work be done? Orange Approved Supervisor Jessica Revilla Supervisor Email [email protected]

Scheduling

Please use dates within Chapman Academic Calendar (https: // www. chapman.edu/academics/academic-calendar.aspx)

Desired Start Date 09/18/2026

Projected End Date 05/23/2027 Average number of hours per week Up to 19 Hrs

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary The Career and Professional Development (CPD) Student Office Assistant provides administrative, customer service, event, and operational support for the Career and Professional Development office.

This position serves as a welcoming point of contact for students, employers, alumni, faculty, staff, and visitors while assisting with office operations, career programming, data management, employer engagement initiatives, and special projects. Student assistants gain valuable professional experience while supporting CPD's mission of preparing students for career success.

Responsibilities General Office & Customer Service Support

  • Provide exceptional customer service in person, by phone, and through email communications.
  • Welcome and assist students, employers, alumni, faculty, staff, and visitors in a professional manner.
  • Check students into Handshake for appointments, drop-ins, workshops, and career events.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and professional front office environment.
  • Receive, sort, and distribute mail and departmental materials.
  • Monitor inventory and assist with ordering office supplies as needed.
  • Support documentation, research, data entry, and administrative projects.
  • Assist with in-person and virtual events, including setup, registration, check-in, logistics, and event breakdown.
  • Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
  • Career Education Support

  • Assist with career programming, presentations, workshops, tabling events, career fairs, and networking events.
  • Provide basic guidance and referrals related to career resources and services.
  • Support Handshake operations, including appointment scheduling and document management.
  • Assist with maintaining and updating career resources, presentations, handouts, website content, and marketing materials.
  • Participate in required training and professional development activities.
  • Data & Systems Support

  • Assist with data entry, validation, cleanup, and reporting activities.
  • Support preparation of datasets through review, organization, and quality checks.
  • Create and maintain spreadsheets, lookup tables, and reports using Microsoft Excel.
  • Assist with importing, exporting, and maintaining data across various career platforms and systems.
  • Support ongoing documentation and reporting projects while maintaining data integrity and confidentiality.
  • Required Qualifications

  • Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
  • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.
  • Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
  • Ability to learn new technologies, software platforms, and office procedures.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Reliable, punctual, and dependable.
  • Desired Qualifications

  • Previous experience in customer service, office administration, student leadership, peer advising, or event support.
  • Experience with Microsoft Excel, including formulas, sorting, filtering, and data organization.
  • Familiarity with career-related platforms such as Handshake, LinkedIn, or similar systems.
  • Experience managing social media platforms, creating presentations, or developing marketing materials.
  • Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
  • Experience working with data, reporting, spreadsheets, or dashboards.
  • Interest in career development, higher education, employer relations, business operations, or student services.
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities and support multiple functional areas.
  • Training will be provided for all departmental systems, career resources, event support duties, customer service expectations, and functional area responsibilities.

    Special Instructions to Applicants We do have some flexibility with the schedules working between the hours of 8:00 – 5:00. This position prefers students who received a Federal Work Study Award for the 2026-2027 Academic Year

    Budget Information

    Is Federal work-study required? With or Without FWS Pre-screening Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

  • What do you find appealing about this job and why do you think you would be a good fit?
  • (Open Ended Question)

  • When are you available to start working?
  • (Open Ended Question)

  • Which Functional Areas are you most interested in supporting? (Duties outlined in description)
  • Career Education
  • Data and Systems
  • Employer Engagement
  • Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Optional Documents

  • Cover Letter
  • Work Samples
  • How to apply

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