Student Assistant

This position reports to the Director of Annual Giving.

Average Number of Hours per Week: up to 20 hours per week

Schedule: Morning, afternoons, and some nights

Additional Information for Applicants: Work well in a fast-paced environment, possess strong oral communications skills, work well independently or with a team. Able to lift at least 50 pounds as well as move and manipulate items up to 100 pounds. Read and follow written instructions.

Duties: The Annual Giving Student Assistant will support the Office of Annual Giving by creating and managing content across various direct marketing channels. Responsibilities include:

• Writing and editing content for emails, social media, crowdfunding campaigns, and other fundraising materials
• Managing Annual Giving email inboxes and responding to inquiries from alumni and other stakeholders
• Proofreading and editing team-generated marketing content
• Coordinating communications between the Annual Giving team, internal communications, and other campus departments
• Supporting internal communications across campus organizations
• Assisting with occasional events, which may require minimal evening or weekend hours
• Performing special projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications: Must be a currently enrolled USF student.

Preferred Skills:

• Strong writing and editing skills
• Interest in marketing, communications, or fundraising
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
  Basic digital design skills (minimal use)

Standard Learning Objectives:

As a result of this position, student will be able to:

• Demonstrate basic employability skills such as timeliness, appropriate dress, interpersonal communication, and time management
• Receive and apply feedback from supervisors effectively
• Understand how personal talents and skills contribute to the goals and mission of USF Advancement
• Develop writing and marketing knowledge for higher education fundraising

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 at .

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.