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Cecil College

Student Ambassador

North East, MD · On-site

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The Cecil Ambassador Program is a paid student leadership opportunity for Cecil College students who are interested in developing personal and professional skills while serving as advocates for Cecil ...

Cecil College

Student Ambassador

North East, MD · On-site

$15/hr

The Cecil Ambassador Program is a paid student leadership opportunity for Cecil College students who are interested in developing personal and professional skills while serving as advocates for Cecil ...

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As of Jul 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for paid student in the United States is $16.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Paid Students typically work part-time while enrolled in school, often in roles related to their field of study. Interns are usually students or recent graduates gaining practical experience in a professional setting. While both roles may be paid, internships often have a focus on skill development and industry exposure, whereas Paid Students may work more flexible or academic-aligned roles.

How can a Paid Student balance work responsibilities with academic commitments?

As a Paid Student, effectively balancing work duties and academic obligations requires strong time management and clear communication with both your employer and professors. Many teams understand the academic priorities of student employees and often offer flexible scheduling or part-time arrangements, especially during exam periods. It’s common to coordinate your work hours around your class schedule and proactively communicate any potential conflicts. Taking advantage of support resources, such as on-campus career centers or academic advisors, can also help you successfully manage both roles and maximize your learning experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Paid Student, and why are they important?

To excel as a Paid Student, you need strong time management, organizational abilities, and academic proficiency, often supported by enrollment in an accredited educational program. Familiarity with productivity tools like Microsoft Office or Google Workspace, and sometimes basic research or laboratory systems, is frequently expected. Proactive communication, self-motivation, and adaptability help you stand out by enabling effective collaboration and handling diverse assignments. These skills and qualities are vital for balancing work and study commitments while consistently meeting academic and job performance expectations.

What are Paid Students?

Paid students are individuals who receive financial compensation while participating in educational programs, internships, or work-study positions. These roles allow students to gain practical experience in their field of study while earning money to support their education or living expenses. Paid student positions can be found in various settings, such as universities, companies, research institutions, and government agencies. They help students build valuable skills, expand professional networks, and enhance their resumes for future employment opportunities.
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Student Assistant (Atlanta)

Student Assistant (Atlanta)

Mercer University

Atlanta, GA • On-site

$13/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago

Mercer University rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

228th of 555 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Application Instructions:
Active Student Employees: If you are a current Student Employee or have previously worked in a student position, you must apply from your existing Workday account. Do not apply from the external careers website. Log in to Workday and type Find Jobs in the search. Locate the position and click Apply.
External Applicants: Please upload your resume on the Apply screen. Your application will automatically populate your resume details, and you may verify and update data on the My Information page.
IMPORTANT: Please review the job posting and fully complete all sections of the application. You will not be able to modify your application after you submit it.
Job Family:
Student Regular Wage
Department:
Dean's Office, School of Business
Supervisor:
Moses Ngungu
Job Title:
Student Assistant (Atlanta)
Job Description:
This is an hourly paid student position
Positions open-One MACC and One MSBA Tutor.
Only candidates with no less than B+ grades in business courses to apply.
Primarily assisting the Atlanta Stetson-Hatcher School of Business team in two areas: as a Peer Tutor and performing various administrative and event support functions.
As a Peer Tutor, you will handle a workload of students needing assistance in selected graduate business courses that you have completed in the program.
Administrative functions include but are not limited to answering phone calls, handling incoming and outgoing mail, data entry and analysis, flyer creation, and paper/electronic record maintenance. This position requires knowledge of Microsoft office software and a willingness to learn more, as well as interpersonal skills to work with graduate students. Also, Student Assistants must be willing to talk to new students and families in person or virtually as well as support Student Services events when needed. Other duties will be assigned by the Director of Student Services as needed.
In addition, this position may require some evening and weekend hours, but they will be kept to a minimum.
This position will report to the Director of Student Services at the Stetson-Hatcher School of Business- Atlanta Campus.
Due to the Peer Tutoring component, the candidates must be actively enrolled in one of the graduate business programs at Mercer and must have completed at least one 8-week academic session at Mercer by the time of application.
Must have at least B+ grades in graduate business courses.
The student assistant will also maintain a professional appearance, work with various computer applications and software, such as Excel, and Word, as well as assist faculty, staff, and students when needed.
Pay rate: $13.00/hour
Scheduled Hours:
20
Start Date:
08/10/2026
End Date:
05/14/2027

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