ECU Work+ Cohort

Position Details

Position Information

Advertising Department EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Academic Term/Year FALL 2026/SPRING 2027 Position Title ECU Work+ Cohort Posting Number 07980 Position Number 07980 Student Job Category Student - Hourly Job Position Location City State Number of Vacancies 2 Rate of Pay FLSA Status Will the position be subject to the CBC policy? Job Description

Join the ECU Work+ Cohort for an immersive four-year work experience tailored to your field of study. * This program builds skills each semester, enhancing your marketability upon graduation with mentorship support. The first two years focus on establishing a foundation in customer service, transitioning into hands-on experience within your specific field thereafter.

Year 1 and 2 Role Responsibilities:

• Administrative support: Complete paperwork, file records, answer calls, operate office equipment, maintain logs, and adhere to protocols.
• Customer Service: Greet and assist students, staff, and guests; connect them with campus resources.
• Cash Handling: Manage transactions and follow payment security procedures.
• Security: Ensure patron safety at events and enforce facility policies.
• Team Member: Attend training and maintain positive communication with staff.
• University Representative: Model professionalism and promote a positive image of ECU on social media.
• Job Shadowing and Mentorship: Attend trainings and seminars to learn essential skills on self-reflection on being a mentee, and developing skills to become a mentor.

Gain competencies in:

• Effective Communication
• Accountability
• Professionalism
• Financial Management
• Problem Solving and Critical Thinking Skills
• Teamwork
• Adaptability

This position combines work responsibilities with dedicated time for professional skill development, aligning with career readiness competencies sought by employers.

• Employment in this position is funded exclusively from departmental financial resources (operating budget, grants, receipts, student activity fees, etc.) and so continued employment is dependent upon the continued available funding from the department and the Work+ program. Additionally, employment is contingent on satisfactory performance and conduct.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.

GPA Requirement Preferred (Majors, Experience, GPA, etc.)

All intended majors are welcome

License/certification required Special Instructions to Applicant

Please upload a resume, two letters of support from community leaders and/or teachers, and a statement of interest addressing your interest in the cohort, what you hope to achieve from the program, and how it aligns with your long-term career goals.

Eligible students must be classified as first year students.

Additional Instructions to Applicants

Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Quick Link for Direct Access https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/92280 Open Date 03/18/2026 Close Date 07/31/2026 Open Until Filled No Nondiscrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment

Individuals submitting profiles for these positions must be current ECU students, in good-standing and meet the respective GPA requirement as required by the position type. Final candidates may be subject to criminal & sex offender background checks based upon the duties and responsibilities of the position. Some vacancies also require motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• Additional Document #1
• Additional Document #2
• Additional Document #3

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Letter of Recommendation