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Student Ambassador

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$16.37/hr

Student Ambassador, Part Time Position Classification: Hourly / Non-Exempt Compensation: $16.50 ... and in writing) * Ability to be proactive with strong problem-solving skills and initiative.

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Student Worker

Elk River, MN

$14.75 - $16.75/hr

Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor, and to coordinate work with ... Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and ...

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A Student Writer is typically a student who creates written content for various purposes, such as school publications, blogs, marketing materials, or freelance projects. They may write articles, essays, reports, or creative pieces, often gaining experience in research, writing, and editing. This role helps develop communication skills and provides valuable experience for future careers in writing, journalism, or related fields. Many student writers work for their schools, online platforms, or local organizations.

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Infographic showing various Student Writer job openings in Minnesota as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, 40% Part Time, and 20% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $49,479 per year, or $23.8 per hour.

AY Marcom Student Writer (WS-ST2)

Northfield, MN • On-site

St Olaf College
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$12 - $13/hr

Part-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Marcom Student Writer (WS-ST2)

Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)

Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057

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Department Name: Marketing and Communications 

Unit Number (5 digits): 16220

Length of Position: See Employment Authorization  

Contact Person/Supervisor: Writer and Editor

Wage Range: $12.00-13.00/hour


Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position): 

The Student Writer will work to compose news stories and other marketing materials for the St. Olaf home page or alumni magazine, which are then also featured in the college's e-newsletters and social media channels. 


Transferable Skills: 

  • Communication - Collaborate with supervisors, faculty, staff, students, and external sources to produce accurate and engaging stories. Conduct interviews and communicate professionally in person, over the phone, and via email.

  • Writing and Editing - Research, report, write, and edit news stories, feature articles, marketing materials, and other communications while adhering to the St. Olaf style guide (AP) and organizational standards. 

  • Attention to Detail - Ensure accuracy in reporting by fact-checking information, proofreading copy, and verifying names, titles, dates, and other details before publication. 

  • Organization - Manage multiple assignments simultaneously while meeting deadlines. Keep abreast of interview, revision, and publication schedules.

  • Research - Gather information through interviews, background research, and document review to develop clear, compelling, and well-sourced stories. 

  • Collaboration - Work closely with editors, photographers, the social media team, and campus partners to produce content that supports institutional storytelling. 

  • Adaptability - Write for a variety of audiences and platforms, including web and print, while adjusting tone and style to fit each medium and story type. 

  • Time Management - Balance multiple writing projects with competing deadlines while maintaining quality and accuracy. 


Duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Research, interview, and write news stories and marketing content highlighting students, faculty, staff, and campus initiatives. 

  • Conduct interviews and gather quotes from a variety of sources. 

  • Edit and revise articles based on editorial feedback. 

  • Proofread content to ensure accuracy, grammar, St. Olaf style guidelines, and consistency. 

  • Write headlines, photo captions, and social media copy outlines. 

  • Attend campus events to gather information and produce content. 

  • Collaborate with the supervisor throughout the drafting and editorial process.

  • Meet deadlines while managing multiple assignments.

  • Contribute story ideas. 


Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills) 

  • Strong writing and editing skills 

  • Adept at communicating with others 

  • Comfortable conducting interviews with students, faculty, and alumni 

  • Able to work independently, meet deadlines, and be detail-oriented


This job description is for general information purposes.  It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position.  This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.


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