The Surveys of Consumers (SCA) project has measured consumer expectations for over seventy years and publishes the Consumer Sentiment Index each month. The data collected are widely utilized by government agencies, financial institutions, businesses, and the general public. SCA is housed within the Survey Research Center (SRC) at the Institute for Social Research (ISR).

Seeking a student clerk for Summer 2025 and the 2025-2026 academic year to assist with research and office operations. Tasks include general office procedures such as answering phones, preparing letters/mailings, data entry, data checking, proofreading, and running statistical reports. Student must be available to work a minimum of 15 hours/week between the hours of 8am and 5pm Monday through Friday during the summer. Applicants must be currently enrolled as a student for the upcoming 2025-2026 academic year.

How to apply: If interested, please include both resume and cover letter in your application through the student employment website. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and posting will be closed when filled.

Required qualifications

• Available to work a minimum of 15 hours per week between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday over the summer
• Must be available to start in late April or early May 2025, and work throughout the upcoming academic year
• General office and computer skills
• Ample knowledge of MS Office
• Basic customer service skills
• Reliability, good attendance
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information

Desired qualifications

• Prior experience with data entry
• Prior experience with statistical analysis software
• Flair for proofreading and revision is a plus