On-Campus Employment

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 01/01/2025 Do you enjoy content creation? Are you looking to gain more professional social media experience? Join the OU marketing team as a Social Media Intern and help us elevate our online presence! Oakland’s University Communications and Marketing (UCM) department is the creative force behind the university’s brand, ensuring cohesiveness and continuity of the internal and external messaging. UCM manages all of the main social media channels for the university, and we need your help to convey life on campus from an authentic student perspective.What You’ll Do:Create engaging social content for OU’s main social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, Pinterest, Snapchat, LinkedIn and more).Generate ideas for content such as videos and photos that align with our brand.Collaborate with our marketing team to brainstorm and execute creative content.Highlight campus life, student resources, athletic events and more.Attend student events and celebrations (day and evening) to take photos/video and interview other students.Attend photo and video shoots to assist the UCM team. What We’re Looking For:An outgoing student with a friendly personality and great communication skills.Experience with visual content creation apps like CapCut, TikTok and Instagram Reels.Strong writing and organizational skills and an attention to detail.Knowledge of current social media trends.A positive attitude and eagerness to learn and grow. This Social Media Internship is paid at $15/hour for a maximum of 12 hours per week. While submitting your application to Handshake please include social media post samples (or links to your pages), and why you are interested in applying for this position. 

Employer: Oakland University - International Education Expires: 12/20/2024 This Position is 15-20 hours per week.Desired SkillsPreferred QualificationsOakland University degree-seeking student in good academic standing.Prior experience studying, living, or working abroad strongly preferred, especially on an Oakland University study abroad program.Proficiency in a foreign language preferred.Familiarity with standard office software and computer applications.Student available to work afternoons. Study abroad walk-in hours are from 1pm-3pm.ResponsibilitiesStudy abroad advising:Inform and advise students on a group and individual basis about study abroad and study away program opportunities available to them, including OU partner institutions and consortia, OU faculty-led programs, international exchange programs and National Student Exchange, international internships, and academic service learning; support student understanding of how to make an educated study abroad decision; tailor study abroad information to students’ individual interests, goals and needs; communicate this information to students in person, over the phone and via e-mail.Promote study abroad via class presentations, information sessions, New Student Orientation presentations, Transfer Day presentations, study abroad fair and other presentations as planned throughout the year.Provide comprehensive support to students and parents throughout the study abroad process from application to re-entry. Ensure an understanding of and compliance with all policies and procedures (academic credit approval, risk management, financial aid).Monitor student applications to study abroad via AbroadOffice and ensure that students have completed required documents and procedures for other offices, including the Office of Student Financial Services, the Office of Student Housing, and the Office of the Registrar.Advise and assist students on general student visa issues, as needed.In collaboration with the International Education team, provide assistance and coordination in the following areas:Diversity and inclusion: Collaborate with the Center for Multicultural Initiatives to provide study abroad support, advising, and programming for traditionally underrepresented students.Marketing and promotion: Strategically determine means and methods of marketing study abroad programs to recruit eligible students.Curriculum integration: Align study abroad options with Oakland University curriculum by meeting with academic departments and faculty and identifying course equivalencies.Study abroad support: Support relevant study abroad initiatives as needed.

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 05/20/2025 Oakland University Facilities Management is seeking a student with interest in energy and facilities management to assist in various projects:Working with the Director of Engineering and Energy, the student will assist with processing the utility rebate applications, that are available from DTE, Consumers Energy, State, and Federal programs, for eligible campus energy savings projects.  Update of the campus utility maps (Natural Gas, HTHW, Electric, Sanitary and Storm) with utility information for various buildings on campus.

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 11/19/2025 Perform for Oakland University and SMTD events

Employer: Oakland University - Student Financial Services Expires: 12/20/2024 Work with a reading teacher as a reading tutor in a local school system school.  Assist reading teachers in an elementary school setting.  This job is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with small children, or particularly for student in an elementary education program who would like to build some early experience on their resume.  Transportation is not provided by Oakland University. This position requires a Federal Background check including fingerprinting.Must have a current year Federal College Work Study award.

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 05/19/2025 The Department of English, Creative Writing, and Film at Oakland University invites applications for the tenure track position of Assistant Professor of Filmmaking, with appointment beginning August 15, 2025.Specialization for this position is open and may include expertise in any area(s) of film and media production, post-production, and/or digital animation.Successful candidates will possess the potential to teach courses within the core curriculum of the Oakland University Film Studies and Production program, while developing offerings in their area(s) of expertise. Teaching responsibilities include a range of introductory, intermediate, and advanced filmmaking courses, along with FLM 4999 Filmmaking Thesis. The annual teaching load is 3/2.

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 01/07/2025 Description:The Student Activities Funding Board (SAFB) Director of Outreach is responsible for maintaining strong communication between SAFB and all active student organizations at Oakland University. They will maintain contact with student leaders to connect them with opportunities for funding. This individual may also serve as a collaborator on Oakland University Student Congress (OUSC) initiatives that involve student organization participation.Responsibilities:Reviewing all budget requests in a timely mannerMust be or become knowledgeable of all SAFB Rules and RegulationsMust attend weekly Board meetings as a voting memberShould attend weekly OUSC General Body meetings as possibleMust maintain contact and build relationships with student organizations and student leadersResponsible for educating student organizations on SAFB rules and regulationsCommunicating with the rest of SAFB the thoughts and concerns of student organizations relating to fundingPromote student engagement on campusWorking with the Co-Chair or other applicable parties to promote SAFB-funded eventsCollaborate with appropriate Board members to create regular communications between SAFB and student organizationsRegularly attend and audit (in collaboration with the Director of Audits) SAFB-funded events

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 05/02/2025 Description:The Student Activities Funding Board (SAFB) Director of Accounting maintains and manages all financial records of the Board. They are responsible for documenting all transactions and allocations as well as creating reports to be given to the Board and the Student Congress. Responsibilities:Must work with the OSI Accounting Clerk to confirm and document all transactionsMust maintain a running and projected budget for internal usePrepare regular reports to be presented to the Board and/or Student CongressReview transactions and report abnormalities and/or concerns to the ChairMust review all budget requests in a timely mannerMust be or become knowledgeable of all SAFB Rules and RegulationsMust attend weekly Board meetings as a voting member 

Employer: Oakland University Expires: 01/07/2025 The Student Activities Funding Board (SAFB) Director of Audits ensures that student organizations are being held accountable and verifies that funds received from SAFB are being spent as intended. After funding gets approved by SAFB, the Director of Audits looks to see if the student organization followed through on their intended event, meeting, etc.

Employer: Oakland University - University Housing Expires: 01/01/2025 JOIN OUR TEAM! UNIVERSITY HOUSING IS RECRUITING RESIDENT ASSISTANTS FOR THE FALL 2025-WINTER 2026 ACADEMIC YEAR. We know applying for a job can be intimidating. Please don't hesitate to reach out at [email protected] with any questions. We encourage everyone interested in joining us to apply. JOB SUMMARYResident Assistants (RAs) live in the residence halls and student apartments, where they advise and mentor students living on their assigned floor or building and actively encourage a positive residential environment. They offer students advice and guidance in academic, social, and financial matters and handle several administrative duties. They also help residents become acquainted with the university and residential community.Video: What to expect while working as a Resident Assistant MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLSMust have sophomore, junior, or senior class standing or be enrolled as a graduate student at Oakland UniversityCurrent cumulative and semester GPA must be 2.75 or higherMust not be found responsible of severe conduct infractions RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIESThe Resident Assistant (RA) is a student who is hired to mentor their assigned residents, as well as support all residents in their community on academic, personal, social, and financial matters. In addition, they perform administrative duties in connection with the general management of their community. A major portion of the RA’s job will be to actively influence the environment and encourage students to participate in programs and activities through leadership and availability. This job is contracted for the full academic year, including the fall and winter semesters. RAs are expected to move out at the end of their contracted period of employment.Become acquainted with and build rapport with all of their assigned residents.Foster a community that is supportive of all residents by promoting acceptance and understanding of diverse backgrounds.Help residents adapt to living on campus as changes occur.Act as a positive role model for residents.Respond to emergency situations at any time of the day and night.Refer residents to appropriate campus and community resources.Plan and implement programs to foster community and to educate residents on issues pertinent to their development.Participate in an on-call duty rotation.Complete all assigned administrative work, including, but not limited to, weekly reports, duty logs, and program forms.Participate in the opening and closing of the residence halls during all recess periods.Support and enforce all Oakland University and University Housing policies and the Student Code of Conduct.Participate in an ancillary assignment.Serve as a mandated reporter for Title IX and the Clery Act. As a student employee of University Housing, you would be responsible for reporting crimes on campus. Information on the Clery Act and Title IX can be found in detail here. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTDEPARTMENT CONDITIONSAct in accordance with all University Housing staff policies as outlined in the University Housing Staff Manual Google Site.Act in accordance with all University Housing policies in the Housing Handbook.Act in accordance with the Clery Act as a mandated reporter and carry out responsibilities in reporting a crime on campus as a University Housing staff member.Must be free of student conduct sanctions and uphold the University’s Student Code of Conduct, the Housing Handbook, and all of University Housing’s staff policies at the time of application and throughout employment.Maintain a minimum of a 2.75 cumulative and semester GPA. If the staff member’s GPA falls below the requirement, that staff member may be placed on academic notice or be subject to termination.Must be enrolled full-time, at least 12 credit hours per semester, at Oakland University unless otherwise approved by the supervisor.POSITION SPECIFIC CONDITIONS​​Attend all meetings and training sessions, including training beginning in mid-August 2025 before the fall semester, in-service training sessions during the fall and winter semesters, and training before the start of the winter semester. Failure to attend these training sessions can lead to your offer for the position being rescinded. Act in accordance with the Clery Act and carry out responsibilities in reporting a crime on campus as a University Housing staff member.Act in accordance with all Mandated Reporter expectations for situations related to Title IX and student mental health.Due to the nature of the position and its specific requirements, you cannot retain this position while student teaching or while completing any internship or form of experiential education (this includes Nursing Clinicals) above 15 hours per week. Considering the formal and informal demands of the position, you are limited to 15 hours of other employment, extracurricular activities (i.e., volunteering, student organizations or clubs, sports, etc.), or responsibilities outside of this position. You must inform the Assistant Directors for Residence Life and your Residence Director of these activities so they can approve them.If one or more of these conditions are violated, you will be provided a timely and orderly process for the investigation and adjudication of the alleged violations. If you are determined to be responsible for the alleged violations, you will be subject to disciplinary action. The Student Employee Discipline Procedures are provided in the student staff training manual and will be reviewed during the first mandatory training. RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIESThe Resident Assistant (RA) is a student who is hired to mentor their assigned residents, as well as support all residents in their community on academic, personal, social, and financial matters. In addition, they perform administrative duties in connection with the general management of their community. A major portion of the RA’s job will be to actively influence the environment and encourage students to participate in programs and activities through leadership and availability. This job is contracted for the full academic year, including the fall and winter semesters. RAs are expected to move out at the end of their contracted period of employment.Become acquainted with and build rapport with all of their assigned residents.Foster a community that is supportive of all residents by promoting acceptance and understanding of diverse backgrounds.Help residents adapt to living on campus as changes occur.Act as a positive role model for residents.Respond to emergency situations. Support the community service desk operation by working one desk shift per week.Refer residents to appropriate campus and community resources.Plan and implement programs to foster community and to educate residents on issues pertinent to their development.Participate in an on-call duty rotation.Complete all assigned administrative work, including, but not limited to, weekly reports, duty logs, and program forms.Participate in the opening and closing of the residence halls during all recess periods.Support and enforce all Oakland University and University Housing policies and the Student Code of Conduct.Participate in an ancillary assignment.Serve as a mandated reporter for Title IX and the Clery Act. As a student employee of University Housing, you would be responsible for reporting crimes on campus. Information on the Clery Act and Title IX can be found in detail here.Other duties as assigned. DOCUMENTS NEEDED TO APPLYHandshake applicationResumePlease be intentional about including related experience and transferrable skills that have helped prepare you for the position. COMPENSATIONSingle room and board for the academic yearStipend valued at approximately $1,632