Communications Assistant (Student Wage)

University of Virginia • Charlottesville, VA

1d • $17 • Onsite

About The Position

Facilities Management's Technology & Innovation team is hiring a Communications Assistant student worker. Looking for a creative, hands‑on job that builds real‑world experience? Facilities Management’s Technology & Innovation team is hiring a Communications Assistant to help tell our story across newsletters, websites, and social media. You’ll work closely with a senior communications specialist and gain practical experience in writing, digital media, and collaborative projects—all while contributing to meaningful work on Grounds. This role is ideal for students interested in communications, design, digital storytelling, media, journalism or marketing.

Requirements

• Strong writing skills and a creative approach to engaging an audience.
• Comfort using Microsoft tools like Word, Teams, and PowerPoint.
• Experience creating or managing social media content, including photography, video and graphics.
• Openness to feedback and a desire to improve your skills.
• Reliable, self‑motivated, and able to manage deadlines independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, enthusiasm, and a strong work ethic.
• Must be able to work primarily in-person during regular business hours of 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday (up to 20 hours a week).
• Education: Current undergrad UVA student
• Experience: None

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud programs (Illustrator, Photoshop and Premiere) and/or Canva.
• Interest or experience with digital accessibility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging, informative content for newsletters, websites, social media, and other communication channels.
• Capture photos and video; design graphics and flyers; and write, edit and proofread stories for a variety of audiences.
• Research and fact‑check information to support accurate content creation.
• Collaborate with teams across Facilities Management to support communication initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed