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Location/Department: Village Market, Deli

Description/Duties: 

• Preparation of hot deck for breakfast and /or lunch.
• Serve breakfast and/or lunch.
• Preparation of burritos, breakfast sandwiches or and other food needed.
• After service clean-up. which includes, washing dishes, packing up food, wiping work stations, sweeping and mopping.

Qualifications: 

• Able to stand for long hour at one time.
• Able to follow directions.
• Able to use knives and machinery.
• Great customer service skills with a positive and cheerful attitude.
• Able to work with speed and precision in a fast-paced environment while maintaining and following safe food handling guidelines. Wearing appropriate attire such as hairnets, beard nets (if required) and aprons.
• Must be a team player with willingness to learn

Hours: 6:00am -1:30pm

Pay Rate:  $9.25 up to $12.00 Based on class standing.

Person to Contact: Susan Williams

Email: susanw@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2310

Job Posted: 5/7

Location/Department: Village Market, Deli

Description/Duties: 

• Assist with preparation of sandwich spreads and various freshly made salad.
• Packaging and labeling of spreads and salads.
• Storing Items in a large cooler.
• Clean-up which includes, washing dishes, packing up food, wiping work stations, sweeping and mopping.

Qualifications: 

• Able to stand for long hour at one time.
• Able to follow directions.
• Able to follow recipe directions; knowledge of food measurements.
• Able to use knives and machinery.
• Great customer service skills with a positive and cheerful attitude.
• Able to work with speed and precision in a fast-paced environment while maintaining and following safe food handling guidelines. Wearing appropriate attire such as hairnets, beard nets (if required) and aprons.
• Must be a team player with willingness to learn

Hours: 20 up to 38 hours per week

Pay Rate: $9.25 up to 12.00 based on class standing. 

Person to Contact: Susan Williams

Email: Susanw@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2310

Job Posted: 5/7

Location/Department: Village Market, Deli

Description/Duties: 

• Assist with preparation of sandwiches and hot dogs.
• Packaging and labeling sandwiches.
• Storing Items in a large cooler.
• Clean-up which includes, washing dishes, packing up food, wiping work stations, sweeping and mopping.

Qualifications: 

• Able to stand for long hour at one time.
• Able to follow directions.
• Able to follow recipe directions; knowledge of food measurements.
• Able to use knives and machinery.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to work with speed and precision in a fast-paced environment while maintaining and following safe food handling guidelines. Wearing appropriate attire such as hairnets, beard nets (if required) and aprons.
• Must be a team player with willingness to learn

Hours: 20 up to 36 hours

Pay Rate: $9.25 up to 12.00 based on class standing.

Person to Contact: Susan Williams

Email: susanw@southren.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2310

Job Posted: 5/7

Location/Department: Landscape Services

Description/Duties: May include mowing, weeding, weed eating, planting, mulching, and general landscape jobs.

Qualifications: Want to work outside in the great outdoors! 
A knowledge of landscape work is a plus, but not a requirement. 
A good driving record is required for those who drive.

Hours: Our shifts are Monday-Thursday, 8-12 and 1-5, and Friday, 8-12. 
A minimum of four hours per shift is required during the summer season.

Pay Rate: According to class standing and equipment experience. 
It includes a $1.00 more per hour with a bonus possible at the end of the summer. 
This job pays a higher wage and will be discussed during the interview.

Person to Contact: Dee Dee Boyce

Email: dboyce@southern.edu

Other: Please come to the Landscape Office and fill out an application!

Job Posted: 5/7

Location/Department: AA/CS/DSS/FYE/SSRS/THRIVE 

Description/Duties: We’re hiring—and we have multiple internship openings!

This internship is a collaborative opportunity across Academic Administration (AA), Disability Support Services (DSS), First-Year Experience (FYE), Student Success & Retention Services (SSRS), and the THRIVE Initiative.

Intern roles may vary by department, and some positions are grant-funded, but every intern plays an important part in supporting students. You’ll work alongside a passionate team to help students tackle challenges, connect with campus resources, engage in meaningful service, and grow academically, personally, and spiritually.

If you’re looking for hands-on experience, a supportive team, and a chance to make a real impact, this is it!

Qualifications: 

• Undergraduate (SO, JR, SR only) & graduate students encouraged to apply.
• Maintain good academic standing
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Student-centered mindset with a focus on service and support
• Willingness to learn about campus resources and referral processes
• Organized, dependable, and able to manage responsibilities effectively
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
• Demonstrated initiative, problem-solving skills, or leadership potential
• Positive interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with students from diverse backgrounds
• Commitment to professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and ability to learn additional software as needed

Hours: 10-20

Pay Rate: $10–12/hour

Person to Contact: Regina Bailey

Email: reginabailey@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2838

Other: To apply, send a PDF copy of your resume to the email above.

Job Posted: 5/7

Location/Department: School Of Nursing - Miller Hall 

Description/Duties: Cleaning and resetting simulation rooms after use
Restocking supplies and ensuring rooms are organized
Refilling medication bottles and maintaining inventory
Repacking IV tubing and related equipment
Assisting with general lab upkeep and other duties as assigned
General office duties as needed 

Qualifications: Dependable and punctual Strong attention to detail Ability to follow instructions and work independently Interest in healthcare or nursing (preferred, but not required) Hours We are able to work with your student class schedule.

Hours: We are able to work with your student class schedule.

Pay Rate: Based on class standing 

Person to Contact: Michelle Brewer

Email: mclinton@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2170

Other: Please send a resume to mclinton@southern.edu if interested in this position.  

Job Posted: 5/7

Location/Department: The Bietz Center for Student Life 

Description/Duties: -Checks in with Manager or Supervisor
-Punctual
-Checks daily (shift) tasks and assignments and completes them within their shift.

-Wears Bietz Team uniform and dresses in a professional manner
- no ripped pants/jeans and no leggings or shorts. This is a front line professional position under the umbrella of Student Development.

-Comfortable greeting guests warmly/with a smile
-Comfortable reporting any suspicious/inappropriate behavior with the goal of keeping the Bietz Center a safe space for all guests.

-Willingness and ability to use the team work app. and communicate with the team.

-Some tasks are custodial
- cleaning and taking out trash. Everyone helps
- team effort attitude.

Qualifications: Previous work experience in food service, custodial care, and customer service is a plus but not required.

Must be punctual, excellent communicator through our work app., ability to prioritize the work that needs to be done before studies or socializing with peers.

Hours: for SMART START: Sunday 10am-10pm,
Mon-Thurs. 7:30am-10pm, Friday 7:30am-4pm, and Saturday 5pm-11pm.

Pay Rate: up to $2 above class standing amount. All Freshman start at $8.25 but may be eligible for bonus pay.

Person to Contact: Mrs. Joey Tolbert

Email:  jtolbert@southern.edu

Other: Please email a resume and 2 work or volunteer related references to jtolbert@southern.edu

Job Posted: 5/7

Location/Department: Modern Languages

Description/Duties: The position is responsible for:

1. Facilitating the weekly language conversation groups;
2. Preparing the weekly lesson and activities for students;
3. Maintaining attendance records;
4. Providing weekly open tutoring hours;
5. Grade tests, quizzes, compositions, classroom activities, and online activity assignments, as required by the language professor; Schedule individual or group tutoring sessions, according to availability, and requests
6. Fosters an environment that is helpful, respectful, and caring towards internal and external customers by modeling Sothern’s customer service standards with a collaborative attitude and relationship building approach. Maintains a professional and responsible demeanor, with respect to oneself, one's assignees, and the Modern Languages Department.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but not limited to: 

Provide exemplary customer service to and on behalf of the department’s staff/faculty.

Facilitate information concerning language and challenge exams.

Perform all other reasonable duties as assigned by the Chair, or the specific language professor.

Qualifications: Be capable of performing office functions with excellent time management, communication, and organizational skills.
Must be a native or near-native language speaker of the target language.

* Must have a strong background in grammar, for the target  language.  

Hours: Varies

Pay Rate: $8.50/hr.

Person to Contact: Adrienne J Royo

Email: aroyo@southern.edu

Other: Will be under the direct supervision of Dr. Pierre Nzokizwa, French professor, pierren@southern.edu, (423) 236-2264.

Job Posted: 5/7

Location/Department: Ledford Hall / Applied Technology 

Description/Duties: Diagnose and repair mostly customer vehicles for Southern Auto Care (and some department owned vehicles), cleanup work area, run errands, and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Must have working knowledge of auto mechanics and associated tools, be able to lift 25-50 lbs on a regular basis, be willing and able to follow directions, be reliable, professional,  and preference given to qualified automotive majors.  Must have valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Hours: At least 30 hours/week during the summer (priority right now), during the school year, 10-20 hours per week preferably with at least 4 hour blocks of time on the days worked.

Pay Rate: TBD

Person to Contact: Emiko Miyagi

Email: southernautocare@southern.edu

Job Posted: 5/7

Location/Department: Village Market, Deli

Description/Duties: 

• Preparation of hot deck for breakfast and /or lunch.
• Serve breakfast and/or lunch.
• Preparation of burritos, breakfast sandwiches or and other food needed.
• After service clean-up. which includes, washing dishes, packing up food, wiping work stations, sweeping and mopping.

Qualifications: 

• Able to stand for long hour at one time.
• Able to follow directions.
• Able to use knives and machinery.
• Assist with fryer (must be 18 years or older)
• Great customer service skills with a positive and cheerful attitude.
• Able to work with speed and precision in a fast-paced environment while maintaining and following safe food handling guidelines. Wearing appropriate attire such as hairnets, beard nets (if required) and aprons.
• Must be a team player with willingness to learn

Hours: 20 up to 38

Pay Rate: $9.25 up to 12.00 based on class standing.

Person to Contact: Susan Williams

Email: susanw@southern.edu

Job Posted: 5/7

Location/Department: Admissions

Description/Duties: Process applications, transcripts, ACT/SAT scores help with emails & checking PO box 

Qualifications: Strong organizational skills, data entry/typing, detail-oriented, time management & prioritization, basic knowledge of office equipment operation, reliable. Preference given to someone who can continue workiung for Admissions through the fall semester. 

Hours: Flexible on schedule but need a minimum commitment of 8 hours weekly.

Pay Rate: Depends on class standing

Person to Contact: Mary Farley and Kayla Diaz

Email: maryfarley@southern.edu and kayladiaz@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2212

Job Posted: 5/15

Location/Department: Applied Technology / Ledford Hall 

Description/Duties: 

• Clean up and organize lab room and warehouse
• Construct things for lab
• Maintain clean work area
• Comply with all OSHA/EPA/Safety requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: 

• Experience in construction and use of tools
• Must be able to work alone and complete tasks
• Must possess current and valid driver’s license
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift 50-100 lbs on a regular basis

Hours: TBD

Pay Rate:  $12/HOUR

Person to Contact: Doug Crawford

Email: technology@southern.edu / dcrawford@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2865

Job Posted: 5/15

Location/Department: School of Education, Psychology, and Counseling: Summerour 

Description/Duties: The student worker performs many office functions, including but not limited to:

• Providing great customer service to everyone who comes to the office!
• Assisting professors and departmental staff
• Answering and making phone calls
• Being familiar with all office equipment and machines
• Checking departmental email and sending professional responses
• Typing, copying, faxing, and mailing documents (includes mail merges)
• Creating spreadsheets, PowerPoints, signs, certificates, flyers, etc.
• Updating the departmental website, calendar, handbooks, and course sequences
• Assisting with recruiting visits and View/Preview Southern
• Scheduling events and interviews
• Proctoring and grading tests and quizzes
• Maintaining student records/files
• Ordering items; receiving and sorting mail and packages
• Cleaning, sorting, and filing
• Running errands on campus
• Other duties as reasonably assigned

Qualifications: 

• Good, current computer skills in Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Knowledge of Access and Publisher beneficial
• Willingness to serve
• Good interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
• Work independently
• Follow instructions and check own work for accuracy
• Anticipate needs and respond accordingly

Hours: However much you are able to work without going over 20 hours.

Pay Rate: Based on students academic year (freshmas-senior)

Person to Contact: Alexis Waters

Email: apwaters@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2515

Job Posted: 5/19

Location/Department: food services / The Garden 

Description/Duties: Assist the chef with meal preparation and kitchen tasks
Prepare ingredients by washing, cutting, chopping, and portioning food
Support basic cooking and baking duties as assigned
Help set up food stations and serving areas
Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen equipment and work areas
Wash dishes, utensils.

Restock food items, supplies, and ingredients
Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation guidelines
Help with opening and closing kitchen procedures (when needed)
Work cooperatively with kitchen staff and student workers
Provide support during busy lunch and supper service periods
Perform other related duties as assigned by the chef or supervisor
Operating the register and handling cashier duties
Previous food service experience is helpful but not required.

Qualifications: Strong teamwork and communication skills
Organized, reliable, and punctual Ability to maintain cleanliness and attention to detail
Willing ess to learn and follow instructions
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Positive attitude and professional behavior

Hours: Flexible schedules M - Th 7:00am - 7:30 pm Friday 7:00am - 2pm

Pay Rate:  $9.25

Person to Contact: Linda Perez

Email:  lindaperez@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2719

Job Posted: 5/19

Location/Department: Food services-The Garden 

Description/Duties: We are seeking dependable and experienced student bakers to join The Garden Team.  This position is responsible for preparing fresh baked goods for daily operation. candidates must have prior baking experience, work efficiently in early morning hours and maintain high standards of food quality and cleanliness.

Duties:

Prepare and bake muffins, pastries, desserts, and other bake goods.

Follow recipes and production schedules accurately.

Assist with food preparation when needed.

Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of baking and kitchen areas.

Monitor inventory and communicate supply needs.

Ensure products meet quality and presentation standards.

Follow campus food safety guidelines and procedures.

Support team as needed.

Qualifications: 

Previous baking experience preferred.

Ability to work early morning shifts reliably.

Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.

Good time management skills.

Commitment to cleanliness and food safety.

Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Hours: 7:00am - 9:30am

Pay Rate: $9.25

Person to Contact: Linda Perez

Email:  lindaperez@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2719

Other: Please include: A short description of your baking experince

Job Posted: 5/19

Location/Department: Student Development

Description/Duties: 

- Drive to Walmart and back from SAU on Friday afternoons.

- Once a month, drive to Hamilton Place and back from SAU.

Qualifications: 

- Must be 21 years or older

- Must be an approved university driver

- Must be willing to drive a 12-passenger van 

Hours: 5-8 hours a week 

Pay Rate: $10.00

Person to Contact: Alexis Grentz

Email: agrentz@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2484

Job Posted: 5/27

Location/Department: Cafeteria, Food Service

Description/Duties: We strive to operate a top-notch food service facility.  We are looking for someone with a great attitude and work ethic to join our AWESOME Cafeteria Customer Service Team. 
This position is part of the face of our department – the part the guests see.

Our Expeditor(some places call them “runners”) will stock steam tables with hot food from the production area, keep the serving area neat, clean and stocked with supplies.

This is a fun position for “being in the thick of things!” - meeting and greeting our guests while keeping food stocked This can be a very fast-paced position at peak meal times.  Previous experience is a benefit but not required.  We will train you!

Qualifications: 

• Good customer service skills are a must – courteous & smiling face
• Ability to adapt and work in a fast-paced environment during peak meal times
• Attention to safety is a must
• Attention to details & cleanliness
• Must follow Food Safety guidelines

Hours: summer- Monday-Thursday anytime 7am-6pm & some Fridays

fall- to be determined by student schedule 

Pay Rate: starting at $9.50 plus a free meal each shift

Person to Contact: Sheila Bame

Email: sbame@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2767

Job Posted: 5/27

Location/Department: Cafeteria, Food Service

Description/Duties: We are striving to operate a top-notch food service facility and are seeking team members with a great attitude and work ethic to join our AWESOME Cafeteria Customer Service Team.  This position is part of the arms and legs of our department – making beautiful food to be delivered in the serving area.

Our Cook Team has a wide variety of responsibilities.  They include: 

• Prep & cook hot foods - recipes and instruction will be provided
• Cutting, breading, scooping dishes, etc.
• Cook and warm food using steamer, kettles, grill, and deep fryer
• May include keeping decks full and clean during meal times and putting food away afterwards.

You will be working directly under a cook supervisor who will assign the various needed tasks for the moment.

This can be a very fast-paced position, especially at peak meal times.  Previous experience is a benefit but not required.  We will train you!

Qualifications: 

• Must be able to listen and follow instructions & recipes promptly and well
• Patience and attention to detail are important as this job often entails repetitive tasks.
• Must follow Food Safety guidelines

Hours: summer- Monday-Thursdays anytime 7am-6pm & some Fridays...

fall- to be determined by student schedule 

Pay Rate: starting at $9.50 plus a free meal each shift

Person to Contact: Sheila Bame

Email: sbame@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2767

Job Posted: 5/27

Location/Department: CK2

Description/Duties: Cut and prepare veggies and fruit for the day 

Qualifications: Must be a team player and enjoy early mornings and attention to detail 

Hours: Monday -Thursday 7am-9am

2 Sunday mornings a month

Pay Rate: $9.25/hr up to 12 per class standing

Person to Contact: Mandy Starr

Email: mstarr@southern.edu

Other: Want to join our CK2 family? Please email fall 2026 schedule to mstarr@southern.edu

Job Posted: 6/4

Location/Department: CK2

Description/Duties: Rotate through different stations (sandwich, grill, slushie, fryer and cashier) making the orders as they come in, keeping the station clean and filled 

Qualifications: Willingness to work in a loud and busy environment, must be a team player, and have a positive attitude.

Hours: Monday -Thursday 9am-10pm various times

2 weekend shifts a month

Pay Rate: $9.25/hr up to 12 per class standing

Person to Contact: Mandy Starr

Email: mstarr@southern.edu

Other: Want to join our CK2 family? Please email fall 2026 schedule to mstarr@southern.edu

Job Posted: 6/4

Location/Department: TRIO Academic Support Services 

Description/Duties: Primary Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of students following THRIVE protocol
• Build a trusting relationship with mentees
• Promote and encourage each mentee to fulfill his/her Academic Success Plan
• Tutor mentees in area of subject competency as needed
• Monitor student progress and provide follow-up support
• Connect students with appropriate campus services and resources
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date documentation and case notes
• Support outreach and engagement strategies to enhance student retention

Qualifications: 

• Upper classman or graduate student
• Good academic standing (GPA of 3.25 or higher)
• Tutoring experience in area of subject competency (math, science, biology, English), preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to connect with peers
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; willing to learn new software and systems
• Familiarity with Southern’s campus resources, preferred

Hours: 10 -12 hours per week

Pay Rate: Up to $12/hour

Person to Contact: Kimberly Crider

Email: kcrider@southern.edu

Other: May be interviewed in a group by multiple departments.

Job Posted: 6/4

Location/Department: Lynnwood Hall/Service 

Description/Duties: 

• Assist in maintaining academic and administrative buildings.
• - This includes cleaning of all common areas: bathrooms, classrooms, lobbies, hallways, and conference rooms
• Doing daily checks and removal of trash and recycling
• The student custodian will be expected to assist in the maintenance and general upkeep of the janitor closets
• Keeping it picked up and tidy
• Reporting when items are low or missing,
• Reporting when equipment needs serviced

Qualifications: 

• Able to work independently and be self-motivated
• Able to work with chemicals and equipment
• Able to effectively communicate with Supervisors
• Able to lift up to 20lbs (mostly dumping mop buckets)
• Flexible and able to adapt quickly
• Willing to maintain safety standards and abide by all protocols

Hours: Summer Hours: M-TH 8a-12p, 1p-5p and F 8a-12p
Fall Hours: Sunday 9a-12p, M-TH 8a-8p (3hr blocks), F8a-12p 

Pay Rate: Depends on Class Standing

Person to Contact: Please address email to Bernetta Shockley and/or Stephanie Hewitt

Email: servicedept@southern.edu

Job Posted: 6/4

Location/Department: School of Engineering & Physics 

Description/Duties:

• Work with the office manager to create and develop content for school’s Instagram and Facebook
• Manage comments and DMs related to posts, as well as be overall active on the department’s accounts
• Actively repost content from Engineering Club and Physics Club to encourage connectedness
• Write captions for posts
• Take/Collect pictures from department events
• NOTE: Job would not start until Fall 2026 semester

Qualifications: 

• Interest and aptitude for writing and digital media, as well as design
• Regular attendance at departmental events
• Ability to work with the office manager and work independently
• Knowledge of social media marketing and engagement is desirable, as well as experience with social media content creation.
• Must be a current Southern student

Hours: Flexible

Pay Rate: Depends on class standing

Person to Contact: Carin Bartlett

Email: carinbartlett@southern.edu

Office Phone: 423.236.2230

Job Posted: 6/4

Location/Department: McKee Library

Description/Duties: 

The Library Student Assistant provides essential customer service to library patrons, including students, faculty, staff, and community members, while supporting daily library operations.
This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, responsible, and friendly, customer-service-focused college student who enjoys working in an academic environment. 
It is expected that any applicants will be willing to go above and beyond to ensure the daily functioning of the library runs smoothly, all patrons are helped to the best of their ability, and a quiet studying environment is maintained, which may mean addressing peers. 
Potential for promotion.

Qualifications: 

-Customer service

-Computer competency

-Organization and attention to detail

-Ability to see a job through to the end
-Strong communication and interpersonal skills
-Able to handle confronting peers 

Hours: Minimum of 6 hours per week. 
Flexible with academic schedule. 
All times needed (Library hours: M-Th/7:30am-11pm, F/7:30am-2pm) 

Pay Rate: A dollar more than class standing base pay.  Potential for raises based on performance and length of tenure.

Person to Contact: Leeah Christ

Email: christl@southern.edu

Other: Please fill out application via this link: https://southern.libwizard.com/f/application 

Job Posted: 6/4

Location/Department: Engineering & Physics 

Description/Duties: Assist with engineering laboratory organization, cleaning, and maintenance
Design, build, and test new laboratory equipment and demonstrations as necessary
Other general labor assistance as assigned

Qualifications: Interest and aptitude for design and building things
Ability to work independently
Must be an engineering student with at least sophomore class standing
Experience with 3D printing, electronics, and shop equipment desirable 

Hours: Up to 12 hours per week 

Pay Rate: Based on class standing 

Person to Contact: Carin Bartlett

Email: carinbartlett@southern.edu

Job Posted: 6/4

Location/Department: English Department

Description/Duties: Researching and verifying changes from nineteenth-century spelling and editing to sixteenth-century spelling and editing. 
MLA format. 
Creating bibliography in accurate format. 
Searching sixteenth-century documents.

Qualifications: 

a person who is a fast reader and extremely unlikely to make mistakes.  A high ACT in reading typically tells me who is a quick reader, can skim for information well.  Mistake-free typically comes as recommendations from my colleagues. 

Hours: to be determined / Most of the work will take place in the next two weeks.  I hope my research assistant can continue into next year.

Pay Rate: Based on class standing 

Person to Contact: Rachel Byrd

Email: rbyrd@southern.edu

Job Posted: 6/5