Undergraduate Newsroom AI Research Assistant - School of Media and Communication

Bowling Green State University • Main Campus (BG), OH

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About The Position

The School of Media and Communication is seeking two undergraduate students to support a Honda AI+X Seed Grant project focused on developing and evaluating an AI-assisted journalism reporting tool. Research assistants will help organize and participate in qualitative data analysis, test and evaluate the tool, and prepare project findings. They will also contribute to the final project report and the January 2027 Honda AI+X Showcase.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled BGSU undergraduate student.
• Interest in journalism, media, communication research, or AI.
• Strong written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Reliable and detail-oriented.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with student journalism, qualitative research, or AI tools is helpful but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with organizing transcripts, reviewing data, and identifying requirements for the AI tool.
• Test the tool against editorial standards and reporting practices.
• Help develop and facilitate evaluation of the tool.
• Contribute to the final project report and January 2027 Honda AI+X Showcase.
• Set personal goals and track progress toward them.
• Take initiative to learn new tools, systems, or procedures on the job.
• Actively listen and respond respectfully in meetings and conversations.
• Use campus tools and systems effectively to complete job tasks.

What This Job Offers

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