Washington Semester Program Assistant

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

Founded in 2008, the University of Georgia Washington Semester Program ( WSP) is the university's only DC-based academic program open to all undergraduate students and the only DC-based undergraduate program that occurs in the fall and spring semesters. The program provides support for its students from the start of their internship search through the completion of the program by providing career coaching, linked coursework, a shared community, and intentional professional networking opportunities.

The mission of the Washington Semester Program is to provide substantive and immersive academic and professional experiences in the Nation's Capital. Through f ull-time internships, weekly seminars, rigorous coursework, and other professional opportunities students gain valuable work experience, build substantial professional networks, and apply classroom learning in real-world settings.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Reside with the undergraduate students in Delta Hall, and ensure a positive living environment.

Serve as the primary contact for and respond appropriately to emergencies.

Assist in the coordination of weekly seminars and program events.

Attend various meetings with program leadership and DC-based constituents.

Coordinate residential check in and check out processes.

Assist with all program orientation and training activities.