Part-Time Student - Communications - Ames, IA

John Deere•Ames, IA

24d•$15 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW. John Deere is an equal opportunity employer, including disabled & veterans. The Part-Time Student Program is primarily designed to augment the Company’s regular full-time staff and is for students who work in parallel to their school schedule YEAR-ROUND. As a Communications - Part Time Student forJD Intelligent Solutions Group located in Ames, IA, you will:

Requirements

Be creative and love working in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment
Be willing to roll up your sleeves, build solid relationships and work autonomously
Works with multiple media such as video, design, print
Beginner to intermediate understanding of Adobe products such as Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro and Premiere Rush
Ability to use standard desktop applications such as Microsoft Office, plus internet and intranet functions
High level of attention to detail and accuracy
Good interpersonal and team communication skills
Skill in planning, organizing and deploying projects
Pursuing a four-year college degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism/Mass Communication, Graphic Design or Marketing; others may apply
Must be registered as a full-time student at an accredited local university
Must be able to commute to the work location on a daily basis
16 - 20 hours/week during the academic year
30 - 40 hours/week during the summer semester
Graduation date of May 2027 or later
Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above

Nice To Haves

Writing experience
Video filming and editing experience
Experience using Adobe, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Sharepoint, Forms, Bookings and other Microsoft tools
Project management experience

Responsibilities

Develop employee engagement communications | Coordinates and integrates various communication media to share business-related information with unit employees to ensure understanding of business goals and objectives.
Plan, organize, and execute branded events in coordination with site leaders and university | Collaborate with Deere and ISU parties to ensure aspects of events are aligned with brand expectations.
Utilize existing tools, applications, and technology to develop volunteer sign-ups | Organize communications and sign-up requirements for volunteer recruiting activities at ISU, including volunteer outings and outreach events.
Develop relationship with university and research park stakeholders | Identify key contacts in the research park and university to strengthen relationships and tell the John Deere story within the community.
Monitor and update digital signage | Design of new slides and working with various departments to update regular features, such as the employee milestones, training classes being offered, and employee events.
Provide graphic design development and support | Works with Communication Specialist on graphics needed to help employees understand our robust strategic initiatives and employee events.
Prepares unit communications | Develops content with guidance from Communications Specialist

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements
Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Benefit Pension)
Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
Adoption assistance
Employee Assistance Programs
Tuition assistance
Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
Charitable contribution match
Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use