Application deadline: Friday, November 15 at 12 P.M. CST

The European Union Center is seeking applications for a research assistant with interest in research, outreach activities, and academic development. This position is a 25% appointment for the spring 2025 semester with potential for summer hourly funding and a renewal for the next academic year. A tuition and fee waiver is possible, depending on the applicant’s graduate program. This position supports the work of the EU Center, a U.S. Department of Education Title VI National Resource Center and an Erasmus+ Jean Monnet Center of Excellence. For more information on the EU Center and its activities, see https://europe.illinois.edu.

This appointment entails a combination of the following responsibilities: 

• Research, collect, organize, & analyze data on and for outreach
• Work closely with EUC staff in the coordination of events and programs for the UIUC campus community, K-14 educators, and the general public
• Help with outreach activities both on and off campus
• Research European and EU topics and themes for new student focused events
• Assist the outreach coordinator and academic coordinator in development of new student focused events
• Research European and EU topics and themes for a center newsletter
• Assist with EUC communications, such as contributing to newsletter, blog, social media, and website
• Assist with the design of promotional materials and activities 

Applicants must: 

• Be a registered graduate student at the time of appointment and remain in good academic standing with their home department(s)
• Possess good computer skills: proficient in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software
• Have excellent organizational and communications skills and experience in speaking to groups
• Provide evidence of strong writing and speaking skills
• Articulate curiosity in Europe and/or international affairs as part of professional or career exploration
• Contribute to the EUC’s commitment to diversity and inclusion in its programs and initiatives

Preference will be given to candidates who demonstrate the following criteria:

• Strong writing, research, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of additional software packages such as Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience with social media strategies for other offices or organizations
• Command of language of the area and a research interest in Europe. 

To apply:

• Submit a cover letter, a CV or resume, and list of two references, including one from your home department, in a single PDF by email to eucenter@illinois.edu.

Finalists will be contacted for an interview shortly after the application deadline of November 15. Please direct any questions to eucenter@illinois.edu.