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Student Employment

At the Popp Martin Student Union and Cone University Center we believe that you will learn valuable skills while working here. Our jobs are more than a paycheck, and we have developed a Student Employee Program focused on providing on-the-job skill development and other learning opportunities through trainings, workshops, retreats, and more. 

By actively participating in our Student Employee Program, student employees will have the opportunity to develop in the following areas:

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

  • Applied Learning
  • Ethical & Moral Reasoning 
  • Interpersonal Relationships (Teamwork and Collaboration)
  • Leadership
  • Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
  • Professionalism & Career Management 
  • Self-Efficacy & Self-Awareness
  • Wellness

The Job Outlook report of 2023 indicated that employers were looking for the following top 5 skills from recent college graduates: 

  • Problem-Solving skills
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Strong work ethic
  • Analytical/quantitative skills
  • Communication skills - written & Technical skills (tie)

Our Student Employee Program is here to help you succeed!


ABOUT EMPLOYMENT

As a student employee in the Popp Martin Student Union and the Cone University Center there are a number of expectations, requirements and benefits.

EXPECTATIONS

  • Provide excellent customer service to all patrons and guests
  • Adhere to the department dress code and adhere to all department policies and procedures 
  • Work in a team environment with both students and professional staff
  • Actively participate in trainings, meetings, workshops, and work all assigned shifts
  • Have a knowledge of the Popp Martin Student Union, Cone University Center and UNC Charlotte
  • Act and communicate professionally in the workplace 

REQUIREMENTS

  • Must be enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at UNC Charlotte
  • Attend all required Student Employee Program training, meetings, and activities
  • Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA (2.3 for managers)
  • Be "in good standing" with the University
  • Work in a team environment

BENEFITS

  • Access to professional staff dedicated to your success as a student and student employee
  • Recognition activities and events throughout the year
  • Competitive wages
  • Working environment in the 'centers of campus life' of UNC Charlotte
  • Multiple apparel items provided 
  • Opportunities to make new friends and get involved in campus life at Charlotte