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Communication Intern- Summer 2025

Illinois State University
403(b)
United States, Illinois, Normal
718 West College Avenue (Show on map)
Feb 25, 2025
Communication Intern- Summer 2025
Job no: 519878

Work type: On Campus

Location: Normal, Illinois

Title: Communication Intern- Summer 2025
Employee Classification: Student Help Regular
Division Name: University Advancement
Department: Alumni Engagement


Job Summary

1. Manage the department's Instagram, LinkedIn, and several Facebook groups by developing content, campaigns, posting interesting and helpful information, responding to questions, reporting analytics and performing environmental scanning.
2. Research and develop videos as needed for alumni services and engagement (specifically for social media usage)
3. Interviewing and writing alumni spotlight stories to publish online and in print
4. Utilize basic design skills to create visuals for digital marketing
5. Work tablings to promote Alumni Engagement events and opportunities
6. Assisting in marketing research for alumni engagement needs
7. Assist the Alumni Engagement staff with other events and projects as necessary


Additional Information

Student employees are eligible to participate in the University's 403(b) Plan. More information can be found here.


Pay Rate

$15.00/hour


Required Qualifications

- Must be professional, highly motivated, personable, timely, and detail oriented with excellent communication skills both verbal and written
- Must be in good standing with both academic and University conduct at time of application and throughout employment


Preferred Qualifications

-Academic or practical experience within communication, marketing, public relations, English, or similar field.
- Strong writing, copywriting, proofreading, and editing skills
- Knowledge of various social media platforms, preferably with a background in creating content for an organization
- Experience using Canva or similar design platform


Work Hours

Work hours will vary between 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday


Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without reasonable accommodations:
1. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.


Proposed Starting Date

May 19, 2025


Required Applicant Documents

Resume, Cover Letter & Writing Sample

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"


Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

In addition, all appointments are contingent upon proof of eligibility for employment at Illinois State University to perform the required duties described above on your scheduled start date. The Immigration and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires all new employees to file an I-9 in person and no later than three days from the beginning of employment. This may be accomplished within the department or through Human Resources. A list of the types of documentation you will be expected to provide is available at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents. Failure to comply with this law will result in cancellation of your appointment.

Illinois State University, as your employer, is required by federal law to ensure proper tax withholding from wages and to ensure that the required reporting of employee wages, withholding, and employment taxes is accurate. For this reason, every employee must have a valid Social Security Number registered with the University at the time of employment and/or as soon after as possible, but no later than 45 days from the start date. Failure to comply with this law may result in cancellation of your appointment.

Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of on-campus employment for all positions held.

International students are restricted by their visa status to no more than 20 hours per week of on-campus employment when the university is in session but may work more when the university is not in session. International students should contact the Office of International Studies and Programs for guidance if they have questions concerning employment restrictions.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.

Application Opened: 02/25/2025 11:35 AM CST

Application Closes: 03/18/2025 11:55 PM CST



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