Communications and Newsletter Assistant (Undergraduate or Graduate Student) (Student Wage)
University of Virginia•Charlottesville, VA
•$15 - $25•Hybrid
About The Position
This position is for a Communications and Newsletter Assistant, open to current undergraduate or graduate students. The role involves assisting with the planning, development, and production of the department's newsletter, gathering content, attending meetings, conducting interviews, drafting and editing articles, and collaborating with the communications team. The assistant will also support other communication and community engagement projects as assigned. The position offers flexible scheduling and a hybrid work environment.
Requirements
- Current undergraduate or graduate student in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations, English, public health, health sciences, education, or a related field.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Outlook, and Teams.
Nice To Haves
- Experience writing for newsletters, websites, blogs, social media, or other publications.
- Familiarity with graphic design or newsletter platforms such as Canva, Mailchimp, or similar tools.
- Interest in healthcare, academic medicine, higher education, community engagement, or public health communications.
- Experience conducting interviews and developing stories from meetings or events.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the planning, development, and production of the department newsletter.
- Gather stories, announcements, faculty and staff highlights, and other content from department stakeholders.
- Attend departmental meetings and take notes on topics appropriate for internal communications.
- Conduct interviews with faculty, staff, students, and community partners as needed to develop newsletter content.
- Draft and edit articles, profiles, and announcements for internal distribution.
- Collaborate with the employee responsible for internal and external communications to ensure content aligns with departmental goals and branding.
- Assist with proofreading, formatting, and organizing newsletter content prior to publication.
- Support other communications and community engagement projects as assigned.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling based on academic commitments.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
Associate degree
