Dept Asst. - Institute for International Conservation (IIC) Staff - M. Akresh [Work Study]

* Applicants must be enrolled students at Antioch University living in the United States* 

Start Date: 8/31/2026
End Date: 6/30/2027
Number of Positions: 3, see below.
Hours per Week: 30
Weekends Required: No
Evenings Required: No

Supervisor: Michael Akresh

Alternate Supervisor: Jason Rhoades

This position allows for remote work Yes/No: Yes

Percentage of time that could be remote (0-100%): 50% see below

Method to assess remote work: Supervisor will be in weekly communication with the student to monitor that the work is being completed. We hope to support students in international research and service, raise awareness of international topics and our connection with the wider world, foster students' career development, and provide a welcoming hub celebrating international community.

Job Description

• The Institute for International Conservation (IIC), formerly known as the Center for Tropical Ecology and Conservation (CTEC), will be hiring staff.
• The staff will play a pivotal role in IIC to liaise with the local, regional, and international community to cultivate partnerships and develop opportunities for AUNE students.
• Responsibilities include working to expand and strengthen the relationships that IIC has with affiliate international organizations (5 hours/week), building relationships with local and regional organizations (5 hours/week), and building on the database for international internships, jobs, and research/service opportunities (5 hours/week).
• We plan to have staff conduct more fundraising this coming year with local businesses, merchandise/t-shirt sales, and other activities (10 hours/week).
• The staff will also assist with projects such as international student activities, website updates, social media, coffee orders, and webinars (10 hours/week).
• Lastly, staff may assist with international research and/or service projects being conducted by the Co-Directors of the IIC (5 hours/week).

Qualifications

• Applicants should have:
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability and interest in working independently and in a team
• Interest in international conservation
• Eligible for Federal work study funds 

Does this position meet the definition of Community Service? No

How to Apply: Send a short cover letter of interest and your CV to Mike Akresh and Jason Rhoades.

Email: [email protected]

Position Type: Work Study

Department: ES