Communications Student Worker -- GCU News (FWS/NFWS)
About The Position
The Communications Student Worker will help the Office of Communications and Public Relations tell the compelling stories and events of the university through a variety of media, from written stories to photographs, video and social media. He or she also will assist the department with various clerical duties to enhance the department’s effectiveness. This position will be for Fall 2026, with a possibility of the communications student worker starting in late summer (mid to late August 2026), just before the semester starts. Primary responsibilities include: Working collaboratively with the Communications team to produce, fact-check and/or coordinate a variety of electronic and printed communications vehicles targeted at students, faculty, staff, alumni and external audiences. Writing news stories and news briefs for the GCU News public-facing website (news.gcu.edu) and the department’s newsletter, published seven times a week (five daily employee editions published at midday, along with one campus edition and one online edition). The Communications Student Worker also may contribute to GCU Magazine, published quarterly. Assisting with clerical functions, such as the distribution of GCU Magazine around campus, photo archiving, compilation of the monthly report, updating calendars and maintenance of the GCU News website. Shooting photographs and assisting with video, as needed, to enhance the team’s stories, which range from student life to academics and events. Assisting with public relations opportunities, depending on the capabilities and interests of the applicant. Coordinating with Compliance and other departments to document information contained in GCU News publications.
Requirements
- Professional writing, communication, broadcast or social media student preferred.
- Strong reporting, interviewing and writing skills, with particular attention to accuracy.
- Strong interpersonal skills and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, changing environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, internet navigation, a variety of internet browsers and internet tools.
- Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a bachelor’s program or master’s program.
- Retain a 2.0 GPA as a bachelor-level student or a 3.0 GPA as a master-level student.
- Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the university.
Nice To Haves
- Previous internship at a newspaper, magazine or public relations company a plus.
- Familiarity with the university and its culture.
Responsibilities
- Working collaboratively with the Communications team to produce, fact-check and/or coordinate a variety of electronic and printed communications vehicles targeted at students, faculty, staff, alumni and external audiences.
- Writing news stories and news briefs for the GCU News public-facing website (news.gcu.edu) and the department’s newsletter, published seven times a week (five daily employee editions published at midday, along with one campus edition and one online edition).
- Contributing to GCU Magazine, published quarterly.
- Assisting with clerical functions, such as the distribution of GCU Magazine around campus, photo archiving, compilation of the monthly report, updating calendars and maintenance of the GCU News website.
- Shooting photographs and assisting with video, as needed, to enhance the team’s stories, which range from student life to academics and events.
- Assisting with public relations opportunities, depending on the capabilities and interests of the applicant.
- Coordinating with Compliance and other departments to document information contained in GCU News publications.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Intern
Education Level
No Education Listed
