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Campus, IL · On-site

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Research Assistant (Student)

Campus, IL · On-site

$18.40/hr

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Washington, DC · On-site

$18.40/hr

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Undergraduate Newsletter Assistant (Student)

Campus, IL

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$18.40/hr

Part-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

Most student positions at American University are eligible to use Federal Work Study (FWS) awards, with a few exceptions. FWS funds cannot be applied to janitorial, construction, partisan or sectarian positions. For information or questions regarding FWS funds, please contact American University's Office of Financial Aid.

Important guidance for current American University employees: American University current employees, including those employed in student positions, must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log intoyour employee Workday accountand select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings. Applying outside of your employee Workday account may cause delays in a hire process.

Department:

School of Public Affairs

Time Type:

Part time

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

Summary:


The SPA Undergraduate Newsletter Student Assistant will support the creation, design, and distribution of the School of Public Affairs' undergraduate newsletter. This position will work closely with the Undergraduate Academic Services team to produce visually appealing and engaging communications for the SPA undergraduate community. This position is scheduled for 5 hours a week at $18.40 per hour.

Essential Functions:

  • Draft, edit, and format newsletter content for clarity, engagement, and accuracy.

  • Use Mailchimp to design and send the newsletter.

  • Create and edit visual assets in Canva to complement newsletter content.

  • Maintain a content calendar and coordinate with staff for timely submissions.

  • Ensure brand consistency and accessibility standards are met.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

  • Part-time.

  • 5 hours per week.

Salary Range:

  • $18.40 per hour.

Required Education and Experience:

  • Must be a current AU undergraduate student in good academic standing.

  • Strong written communication skills and attention to detail.

  • Ability to work independently and manage deadlines.

  • Creative eye for layout and design.

Preferred Education and Experience:

  • Familiarity with Mailchimp and Canva preferred.

  • Experience with content creation, design tools, or email marketing platforms preferred.

  • All undergraduate AU students are eligible to apply for this position, with a preference for those students with a Federal Work Study award.

Other Details

  • This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

  • Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

  • American University is an E-Verify employer.

  • Visit https://www.american.edu/hr/ for additional information about American University employment and benefits.

Current American University Employees

American University current employees (including those employed in student positions) must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log intoWorkdayand select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.

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American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual's genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.

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