Hoos First: First-Generation and Limited-Income StudentInitiatives
Hoos First serves as the hub for the first-generation and limited-income student experience at UVA. We aim to empower, support, and advocate for students who historically may find difficulty in navigating the college process. Our student-centered programming highlights the network of services and resources available at the University of Virginia such as personal well-being, social engagement, career development, graduate school preparation, financial literacy, and academic support.
Fromastudent'sfirst day on Grounds until those closing minutes of Final Exercises, our team is committed to making sure that the Wahoo experience is accessible and enjoyable for all!
Hoos First Student Center
The Hoos First Student Center serves as a gathering space for the first-generation and limited-income student community and allies at UVA. The Center offers a wealth of resources forstudents to engage with, including books and games,graduate schooltestprep andstudy books,a wellness corner, an affirmations wall, and more. The Center features lounge areas, apresentation space, and a conference room. All UVA community members are welcome in the Hoos First Student Center!
Undergraduate Intern Job Summary
Hoos First undergraduate interns will gain practical, hands-onadministrative and leadershipexperience, and collaborate with diverse populations of students, faculty, and staff. These positions work to increasecommunityinvolvement and to enhance students' collegiate experience by supporting the initiatives of Hoos First.
Internswillalsostaffthe front desk as needed and provide hospitality services for students, student leaders,CIOs, and other guestsutilizingthe space. Under the supervision of Hoos First professional staff, interns will perform a range of duties, including program development, community outreach,andassistingwithspecial projects that support the Hoos First mission.
Undergraduate InternPositionResponsibilities
Hoos First Undergraduate Interns will support the Hoos First staffwith a variety of administrative and programmaticresponsibilities such asthefollowing:
Student Support and Resource Navigation
- Serve as a welcoming and knowledgeable Resource Navigator for students and provide peer mentorship.
- Assiststudents inidentifyingand connecting with campus resources that support academic success, financial well-being, personal wellness, and belonging.
Program Support and Community Engagement
- Support Hoos First signature events, partner programs, and student engagement initiatives.
- Represent Hoos First through outreach efforts and interactions with students, families, campus partners, and community members.
Center Operations and Hospitality
- Perform opening/closing duties and helpmaintaina clean, organized, and inviting space.
- Monitor andmaintainCenter inventory, supplies, resources, and reservations.
- Greet and support visitors/groupsparticipatingin university or Center programming.
Administrative Support and Additional Responsibilities
- Support professional staff with operational needs and otherdutiesasassigned, including but not limited to printing, copying, scanning, filing, andmaintainingoffice materials.
- Assistwith documenting and promoting Hoos First programs, services, and events.
- Attend requiredtrainings, meetings, and planning sessions.
- Maintain professionalism, reliability, and confidentiality.
- Perform other duties as assigned.