Princeton University Student Employment Opportunities: A Comprehensive Guide

Princeton University provides a diverse range of student employment opportunities, encompassing roles both on and off campus. These positions range from traditional service roles in dining halls and libraries to research and academically-oriented positions. Campus Recreation offers a variety of student positions, known as TeamRec, that contribute to the university's vibrant campus life.

Campus Recreation: Your Opportunity to Join TeamRec

Campus Recreation at Princeton strives to create an inclusive and welcoming environment. TeamRec comprises staff supporting the operation of Campus Recreation, with opportunities spanning various areas.

Areas of Work Within Campus Recreation

TeamRec offers positions in several key areas:

Facilities & Operations
Marketing
Group Fitness
Intramural Sports & Events
Sport Clubs

Student Positions: A Detailed Overview

Here's a breakdown of specific student positions available within Campus Recreation:

Facilities & Operations

Student Facility Lead: This leadership position, created in Fall 2024, involves overseeing daily facility operations and supervising Student Building Supervisors during shifts. It requires advanced knowledge in facility operations, emergency preparedness, employee supervision, and promoting lifelong health and well-being.

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Student Building Supervisor: This position assists in the daily facility management and fitness operations of Dillon Gymnasium. Responsibilities include customer service, monitoring building safety/security, conducting departmental sales, and completing equipment requests. First Aid and CPR certifications are required, with training provided by Campus Recreation. Involves close cooperation with other Campus Recreation program areas and interaction with the Princeton campus community. Apply for this position on JobX. Questions? Contact Mike Mix.

Marketing

Marketing Assistant: This position supports marketing initiatives to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for the Princeton community. (Job ID: 5185) Collaboration is key. Questions? Contact Maria Lauron-Ramos.

Group Fitness

Student Group Fitness Manager: This leadership position assists in the daily management and operations of the Group Fitness program and its instructors. The role involves creating diverse programming through group fitness classes and supporting health and wellness across campus through fitness-related events. This student will work closely with the Coordinator of Recreational Programming, Group Fitness & Instructional Programs and other program areas in Campus Recreation, while interacting with the Princeton campus community.
Responsibilities may include:
- Managing the TeamRec Incentive Program, including data input, communication with instructors, and distribution of prizes.
- Assisting in evaluations of group fitness classes for year-end instructor assessments.
- Reviewing timesheets and confirming deviations from scheduled shifts.
- Assisting in weekly communications with the instructor team including weekly announcements, meetings, events, policies, and TeamRec initiatives.
- Assisting in listserv communications for class schedule updates.
- Managing recurring projects with the Campus Rec Marketing Team (Tiger Cycle themes, pop-up class announcements, etc).
- Developing an equipment inventory and regularly checking group fitness rooms for cleanliness, order, and assisting with laundry as needed.
- Leading/assisting with student-led events (ex. Cycle-A-Thon planning committee).
- Representing the Group Fitness Program on the Team Rec Advisory Board.

Intramural Sports & Events

Student Intramurals & Events Supervisor: This position assists with the general operations of Intramural Sports and Events for Campus Recreation, ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants and guests. Responsibilities include supervising Intramural games and participant conduct, addressing questions and concerns, explaining program policies and procedures, and possessing a thorough knowledge of Intramural Sport Rules. Support event operations, as needed. First Aid and CPR certifications are required, with training provided by Campus Recreation. Apply for this position on JobX. Questions? Contact Dianna Clauss.

Sport Clubs

Sport Club Supervisor: This position provides direct on-site supervision and support for all Sport Club related events, ensuring the safety and well-being of all participants and guests. Responsibilities include serving as the primary point of contact when communicating with other on-site university/outsourced support personnel and assisting with Sport Club programming operations, as needed. First Aid and CPR certifications are required, with training provided by Campus Recreation. Apply for this position on JobX. Questions?

Off-Campus Employment Opportunities

Princeton also facilitates off-campus employment opportunities through its Job Location and Development program. These listings include a variety of positions, from short-term tutoring and childcare to longer-term, professionally-oriented roles.

Becoming an Off-Campus Employer

To become an off-campus employer, you must first register an account with the university. Once your registration is approved, you can post jobs for prospective applicants.

Opportunities in Education

For those with a passion for education, various full-time and part-time positions are available, ranging from classroom roles to behind-the-scenes work in operations, sales, or marketing.

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