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Join our team and make a difference!
Are you a creative, motivated student with a passion for storytelling, copywriting, and digital marketing? Do
you want real-world experience that goes beyond the classroom - work that actually moves the needle for a
university you care about? We're looking for a Student Marketing Specialist focused on Content & Writing to
join our team and help shape the way Stony Brook connects with alumni and donors. You'll be embedded in
our fundraising operation, writing the captions, scripts, articles, and donor messaging that our student
ambassadors and team rely on every day. Your words will be read, used, and felt - in real time.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be
assigned.
Content Creation & Writing
• Write compelling copy - captions, scripts, articles, emails, and donor-facing messaging
- for digital platforms and ambassador use
• Research and audit existing content being produced across SBU
• Build and maintain a templated copy library inside our resource hub: personalized, ready-to-use
messaging that our ambassadors can pull from in real time as they work through their outreach
cadence
• Adapt voice and tone across audiences - from alumni newsletters to social captions to formal
donor communications
Storytelling & Editorial
• Gather content, interview participants, and draft posts that highlight student, faculty, and alumni
stories
• Develop pitches and editorial angles for campaigns and ongoing content series
• Edit and proofread work from team members and student ambassadors for clarity,
accuracy, and brand voice
Marketing & Engagement Support
• Support media planning and content scheduling across platforms
• Assist with updating webpage copy, newsletters, and digital communication materials
• Brainstorm creative ideas for campaigns,series, and engagement strategies

General
• Represent ion Philanthropy and Stony Brook University with professionalism and
enthusiasm
• Maintain accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality in all work
• Meet project deadlines and collaborate effectively with team members
Qualifications
• Currently enrolled student in good academic standing
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills across multiple formats
• Familiarity with social media copywriting and digital marketing best practices (preferred)
• Comfort interviewing people and translating conversationsinto engaging written content
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable, punctual, and organized
• A creative mindset with a genuine passion for digital media, marketing, and making an
impact
Schedule
• Part-time, hourly position
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate student obligations
Compensation
• $18.00 per hour
Benefits
• Valuable experience in fundraising, customer service, and relationship management
• Opportunity to develop professional skills and expand your network
• Flexible work schedule to fit your academic commitments
• Make a positive impact on the university community
• Opportunity to work in a fun and engaging team environment
Portfolio Submission Requirements
Applicants must submit writing samples showcasing their range and voice. Personal and
professional work is welcome. Samples may include:
• Articles, blog posts, or essays
• Social media captions or campaign copy
• Email or newsletter writing
• Marketing or fundraising copy
• Scripts (video, podcast, or other)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must
be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee will spend a large portion of his/her time at a desk, although the employee may at times
be required to travel to business/office location(s). While performing the duties of this job, the
employee is frequently required to sit, write, type, talk, and hear. The employee is occasionally required
to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and climb or balance.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required
by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations
may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee
will typically work in a professional office environment. The noise level in the work environment is
usually quiet to moderate.
CONFIDENTIALITY: The employee will be exposed to a wide variety of sensitive and privileged
financial information and must be able to discern the appropriate manner in which such information
must be handled and protect the integrity of such information at all times.
ion Philanthropy is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex,
pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic
information, veteran status, and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.