Federal Work Study-Student Assistant (Communications & Administrative Support)

Classification: Federal Work Study - Student Assistant (Communications & Administrative Support)

About the Role

This position is ideal for students interested in gaining experience in communications, marketing, event coordination, and office administration within a higher education and research environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Marketing and Communications Specialist with updating and maintaining the department website.
• Create and edit photos, graphics, and other visual materials using software such as Adobe Photoshop and Canva.
• Assist with developing and publishing content for departmental social media platforms, including Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook.
• Support departmental communications efforts, including drafting announcements and promotional content.
• Assist with planning and supporting departmental events, seminars, meetings, and outreach activities.
• Perform data entry, filing, document preparation, and other general office tasks.

Requirements

• Must maintain a 2.5-grade point average.
• Able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week.
• Must receive or be eligible to receive Federal Work Study.

Qualifications

Required

• Must maintain a 2.5-grade point average.
• Able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week.
• Must receive or be eligible to receive Federal Work Study.

Preferred

• Demonstrated interest in communications, marketing, public relations, and scientific research.
• Experience with, or willingness to learn, website maintenance using a content management system (CMS).
• Basic graphic design and photo-editing experience.
• Experience managing or creating content for social media platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Previous office, administrative, customer service, or communications experience.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively in a team environment.
• Professionalism, reliability, and a positive customer-service-oriented attitude.

Pay

$15.00 per hour