What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Admissions Intern - IE position at James Madison University?
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- Admissions
- Student Employment
- Institutional Employment
- Opening on: Mar 17 2026
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- 100175 - Admissions Office
Working Title: Summer Admissions Intern - IE
State Role Title: Institutional Employment / Federal Work Study
Position Type: Institutional Employment
Position Status: Part-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime
College/Division: Admissions
Department: 100175 - Admissions Office
Pay Band
Pay Rate: Hourly
Specify Range or Amount: $14.50
Is this a JMU only position? N/A
Is this a grant-funded position? No
Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? N/A
Beginning Review Date: 03/23/2026
About JMU
Situated in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is a vibrant community with a population of approximately 52,000. Harrisonburg is conveniently located approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA.
JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and supportive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 21,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.
JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts, science and technology, and professional disciplines at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels. JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs, focus on maintaining strong student/faculty interaction, and innovative faculty research.
General Information
The Office of Admissions is seeking reliable, responsible, and enthusiastic student representatives to intern with our office. Interns will give campus tours to prospective students and their families. They will help in the day-to-day workings of the visitation program giving virtual panels and daily tours, front desk support, and outreach to admitted and prospective students. Interns will work up to 20 hours per week. Tours are given in both morning and afternoon (May-Aug.) on Monday-Friday. Preference given to those students available to work the entire duration of the summer, from May 18 to August 14.
Duties And Responsibilities
- Learn and present information about the campus (history, academics, student life, student services, etc.)
- Represent the university in a positive and professional manner
- Respond to visitor questions
- Refer visitors to campus resources as needed
- Reasonably accommodate the requests of guests
- Communicate with prospective and admitted students in a variety of formats-both written and verbal.
Required:
- Must have completed at least one semester of coursework at JMU
- Must be returning to JMU for school in Fall 2026
- Must be available during weekdays (Monday-Friday)
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Prompt, Reliable, Responsible, Professional, Love of JMU, Enthusiasm, Flexibility, Self-motivated
- Communication skills, both written and verbal
- Experience presenting to varied groups of individuals
- Students who have completed a year at JMU
- Availability from May 18, 2026, through August 14, 2026
Conditions of Employment:
Students must be degree-seeking students, enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
EEO Statement
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
Reasonable Accommodation
If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at (540) 568-6705 or disability-svcs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the Office of Disability Services, located in the Student Success Center, Suite 1202 and they will be happy to assist you.
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