Communications Student Assistant - Undergraduate Admissions
About The Position
Are you creative, organized, and passionate about connecting with future Shockers? Join the Undergraduate Admissions Communications Team and gain hands-on experience in higher education marketing! As a student assistant, you'll play a behind-the-scenes role in crafting emails, organizing campaigns, and keeping communication running smoothly. You'll build professional skills in writing, technology, and teamwork-all while contributing to the mission of helping students find their place at Wichita State. Come be part of a team that tells the Shocker story-and help future students start theirs. A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours at Wichita State University
Nice To Haves
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and proofreading
- Experience with Microsoft Office (especially Outlook, Excel, and Word)
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Interest in communications, marketing, public relations, or higher education
- Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
- Positive, professional attitude when working with staff, students, and campus partners
- Willingness to learn new systems and processes (training provided)
Responsibilities
- Assist with creating, editing, and sending recruitment and event emails to prospective students
- Perform data entry and record updates in the admissions' CRM system (Slate)
- Help prepare and process outgoing mailings and promotional materials
- Provide administrative support for the Admissions Communications team as needed
- Collaborate with staff and other student workers to ensure high-quality, timely work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
