Student Employment : Career Development Graduate Assistant – Marketing & Communications - Fall 2026

Quinnipiac University•Hamden, CT

11d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Graduate Assistant in the Office of Career Development & Experiential Learning at Quinnipiac University, focusing on Marketing & Communications. The role involves supporting the promotion of career development programs, resources, events, and student success initiatives. Additionally, the assistant will support undergraduate students and alumni in developing career readiness skills through advising and coaching, and contribute to the daily operations of the Career & Experiential Learning Lab.

Requirements

Current enrollment in a graduate degree program at Quinnipiac University.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and common digital communication tools.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing social media accounts for an organization, department, student group, or business.
Experience creating marketing, communication, or promotional materials using platforms such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar tools.
Knowledge of social media analytics, digital marketing strategies, or audience engagement techniques.
Experience with content creation including writing, photography, videography, or graphic design.
Experience working in higher education, student affairs, communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Creating and scheduling content across social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Instagram, and other university-approved channels.
Developing and implementing marketing campaigns that increase student awareness and engagement with career resources, programs, and experiential learning opportunities.
Designing digital and print promotional materials including flyers, presentations, newsletters, and event marketing assets.
Writing compelling content for emails, social media posts, website updates, and other communication channels.
Collaborating with staff to develop communication strategies that support departmental goals and student engagement initiatives.
Tracking, analyzing, and reporting on marketing and engagement metrics to evaluate campaign effectiveness.
Assisting with content planning and maintaining a marketing calendar for career-related programs and events.
Collecting and highlighting student, alumni, employer, and faculty success stories to showcase the impact of career development initiatives.
Supporting website content updates and ensuring information is current, accurate, and student-friendly.
Conducting research on communication trends, student engagement strategies, and best practices in higher education marketing.
Assisting with branding efforts to ensure consistency across departmental communications and promotional materials.
Supporting photography, videography, and multimedia content creation for events, workshops, and career fairs as needed.
Reviewing and providing feedback on résumés, cover letters, and other application materials.
Assisting students with job and internship search strategies.
Conducting mock interviews and providing feedback on interview performance.
Teaching networking strategies and professional communication practices.
Guiding students in identifying experiential learning opportunities aligned with their career goals.
Supporting drop-in advising hours and scheduled appointments.
Greeting and assisting walk-in visitors in a welcoming and professional manner.
Responding to student and alumni inquiries via email, phone, or in-person.
Supporting the coordination and execution of career workshops, employer visits, career fairs, and campus events.
Maintaining an organized and student-friendly workspace within the Career Lab.
Assisting with resource development and career education materials.
Collaborating with campus partners to support student engagement initiatives.