Applicants should have a strong interest in promoting intercultural connections, the ability to work well in teams and independently, and excellent interpersonal, communication, and organization skills. Staff are expected to foster a professional and supportive environment. Federal Work Study eligible students are encouraged to apply. 

Program Assistants 

POSITION SUMMARY

Program Assistants support the International Center’s social and cultural programs by implementing events and by assisting in event planning. Program Assistants work 2-3 events per month (about 10 hours a month) during evenings and weekends. The pay rate will be $12.50 an hour (starting in 2025). Hours vary weekly depending on the number and type of events. This position reports to the International Student and Scholar Program Coordinator.  

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Staff and run programs and events  

• Set up the space for the event and prep for activities  

• Greet the participants as they come in  

• Introduce the center and the volunteer to the participants   

• Make sure the program is going well and everyone is having a positive experience  

• Resolve any problems that occur during the program (technology or people)  

• Break down at the end of the event, which could include washing dishes used during cooking classes  

• Report back to Program Coordinator about how the program went  

• Assist in planning a program with a volunteer (optional) 

• Lead your own program (optional)

ELIGIBILITY

UVA students 

APPLICATION

Apply now for one or multiple semesters: 

• Spring Semester 2025
• Spring semester 2025 and Academic Year 2025-2026 
• Summer 2025

Start dates are flexible.

To apply: Email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. In your cover letter, please describe any other paid commitments you expect to have and the number of hours per week they will require. Please also state the semesters for which you are applying.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis. Priority review of applications will begin on October 27th. 

Resident Manager  

Applications are no longer being accepted for Spring/Summer 2025 or Academic Year 2025-2026.
Check back in fall of 2025 for information about openings for the Academic Year 2026-2027.

POSITION SUMMARY

The resident manager lives at UVA’s Lorna Sundberg International Center, 21 University Circle. They handle lodging and event space reservations; provide hospitality and convey policies to international house guests and UVA groups using the space; and maintain daily oversight over various aspects of the facility.  As this is a residential position, it is not suited to anyone who wishes to travel extensively. Position reports to the Assistant Director of the Lorna Sundberg International Center with the duties listed below as well as other duties that arise or as assigned.   

Remuneration: a rent-free furnished bedroom/bathroom suite, including all utilities and internet, access to the facilities of the house, parking, and one hour of paid time per day at a rate of $15 an hour.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Respond to lodgings and event space email inquiries and online form submissions  

• Make up welcome packets for residents, orient them to the facility and the International Center's policies, and communicate about lodgings payments and rental agreements  

• Regularly check-in with residents to ensure they have the information and guidance they need about UVA and the community and provide information and referrals to appropriate UVA resources

• Serve as a positive role model and foster residents sense of community and respect for maintaining the policies and standards  of the shared space 

• Provide daily oversight of the facility and contact facilities management to request routine or emergency services for the building or grounds  

• Regularly communicate with the center's staff through in-person meetings, messaging, and by maintaining and updating a shared online calendar

• Coordinate with other student staff to cover event space reservations 

ELIGIBILITY

UVA students, graduate students preferred, but 4th-year undergraduate students will also be considered.
Federal Work Study eligible students are encouraged to apply. 
If you are a graduate student with assistantship funding, you must check with your department for approval before applying.
If you are an international student, you should also check with the International Students and Scholars Program for approval before applying ([email protected]).