Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy. Position Information Position Title: Student Writer Requisition Number: H00045P Position Category: Hourly/Work Study Campus Location: Weber State University - Ogden, UT Hours per week: 12-15 Job Summary/Basic Function Marketing & Communications at Weber State University seeks a Weber State University junior or senior student majoring in communication, English, professional sales or marketing to assist the department’s writers and public relations director. This experience can count as a paid internship. Responsibilities Writing and researching press releases General writing, editing, and proofreading as assigned Writing for the Web using a content management system Supporting the university’s social media efforts Other office duties as assigned Note: This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time, the pool will expire and applicants will be notified. Required Qualifications Qualified candidate must be a junior or senior majoring in communication, English, professional sales or marketing and be in good academic standing. Must be able to operate a personal computer. Preferred Qualifications Excellent attention to detail Good work habits Able to represent Weber State University and Marketing & Communications in a professional manner Good interpersonal skills and a willingness to take direction Ability to demonstrate professional writing skills Academic or professional experience in one or more of the following areas: editing, writing for websites, journalism, social media, video production, public relations, marketing, content management To Apply Complete the online application, attach a resume, and a cover letter. Applicants are encouraged to include three writing samples showing the range of their written communication skills. If interested in being considered for video editing assignments, please include links to digital projects you’ve created. Important Notes: If hired, please complete the appropriate Payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work. The screening of applicants will begin immediately. Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months. Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.

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