FWS Fall 2026, Appalachian Center Hourly Student Worker in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky

Current UK student.

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Possible sitting and/or standing for extended periods of time; carrying, moving, or lifting objects up to 30 pounds

Weekdays between 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

The student worker will assist the Appalachian Center Director and Department Manager in the daily workings of the Center including preparing for events and programming, communicating with a diverse group of stakeholders, scheduling, and interacting with the university and community partners.

Candidates with a demonstrated interest in Appalachian Studies are preferred but all are welcome to apply. Candidates with strong communication skills, organizational skills, and technological skills including website design, graphic design, Excel, and Word are encouraged to apply. This position requires strong time management skills.

Candidates with a knowledge of the Appalachian region or interest in learning about and serving the region are preferred. Candidates with strong communication skills including website administration and design skills are encouraged to apply.

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.