CLCE Digital Engagement Assistant (Student)

American University • Washington, DC

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Center for Leadership & Community Engagement (CLCE) is seeking a creative and detail-oriented Marketing Student Coordinator to support the promotion of programs, events, and initiatives that connect leadership development and community engagement at American University. The Marketing Student Coordinator will assist with digital and print communications, ensuring CLCE’s work is visible and engaging to the AU community. This is a part-time student position (4 hours per week) with a hybrid schedule that includes both in-office and remote work. Hours are flexible around the student’s academic schedule. The position includes a weekly check-in with the supervisor and a monthly meeting with the CLCE team.

Requirements

• Current undergraduate or graduate student at American University.
• Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Experience with social media platforms (Instagram, TikTok, X, Facebook) and interest in content creation.
• Familiarity with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar graphic design tools.
• Detail-oriented, organized, creative, and able to manage multiple projects at once.
• Familiar with marketing and/or communications plan.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in leadership development, community engagement, and civic engagement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft, design, and distribute CLCE’s monthly newsletter.
• Collect stories, highlights, and updates from staff and student leaders to showcase impact.
• Create engaging and inclusive social media content for platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, X (Twitter), and Facebook.
• Develop a content calendar and monitor analytics to increase reach and engagement.
• Design flyers, graphics, and promotional materials for CLCE programs and events.
• Maintain visual branding consistency across all platforms and materials.
• Support outreach strategies to promote events across campus (tabling, digital boards, etc.).
• Capture photos and videos during programs to use in marketing and storytelling efforts.
• Update the CLCE Engage page and GivePulse platform with current program information.
• Ensure event descriptions and community engagement opportunities are accurate and visually engaging.
• Highlight student and community partner stories through digital spotlights, testimonials, and features.
• Brainstorm innovative ways to share CLCE’s impact with the AU community.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience in marketing and communications within a higher education setting.
• Practical skills in digital storytelling, design, and content strategy.
• Professional growth in leadership, teamwork, and project management.
• Networking opportunities with campus leaders, community partners, and peers engaged in civic and community work.
• A portfolio of work (social media campaigns, newsletters, graphic design) to showcase in future internships and job applications.

What This Job Offers

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