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This is the list of messages related to German at the University of Michigan. You generally receive these messages on Tuesday via email, and you will see them posted on Canvas (German Advising Mail at University of Michigan). If you have any questions, please see the German Department advisors Kalli and Mary Rodena-Krasan.


Tuesday, January 14, 2025

Job Posting - Receptionist/Administrative Assistant at Goethe-Institut New York (Part-Time): Wednesday, January 15 (Application Deadline)

Starting Date: February 1, 2025

The Goethe-Institut is the cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany with a global reach. With a network of six institutes in the US, it promotes knowledge of the German language abroad and fosters international cultural cooperation. The Goethe-Institut conveys a comprehensive image of Germany by providing information about cultural, social and political life. Its cultural and educational programs encourage intercultural dialogue and enable cultural involvement.

Responsibilities:
* Welcome visitors and partners at the reception
* Answer general questions about language courses, exams, events and services of the Goethe-Institut
* Assist library patrons with issuing library cards and answering general questions about the library services
* Support general marketing and communication activities
* Act as point of reference for questions regarding internships and assist in the organization of internships
* Assist with the organization of events in coordination with all departments of the Institute
* Organize office and manage calendars
* Coordinate business travel arrangements
* Prepare mailings
* Help prepare and organize meetings and visits
* Organize kitchen supplies
* Research for projects

Requirements:
* Excellent written and spoken language skills in both German and English
* Strong organizational and communication skills
* Attention to detail
* Flexibility, dependability, self-motivation
* Extensive knowledge of MS Office software
* Authorization to work in the United States
* Willingness to work occasional night and weekend shifts
* The ideal candidate is available to work 4 hours/day Monday-Friday or 5 hours/day Monday-Thursday.

Benefits:
* Employment: part-time (20 hours/week)
* Salary $28/hour, non-exempt, paid bi-weekly
* The Goethe-Institut offers a competitive benefits package, which includes vacation time, sick leave and 401(k) payments. Employees have the opportunity to apply for paid, in-house professional development. 

The Goethe-Institut is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and guarantees gender equality. It especially encourages people from diverse backgrounds (LGBTQI, PoC) to apply. The Goethe-Institut will not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applications will be accepted until January 15, 2025.

Due to the high volume of responses, no confirmations will be sent. Interviews will be held the week of January 20, 2025. Please email your written application (ideally as a single PDF of max 10 MB) to jobsnewyork@goethe.de with the following documents: motivation letter, resume and 2-3 references.

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