Career Center Writing and Communications Intern

The Career Center is seeking a dynamic and passionate writing and communications intern for the 2025-2026 academic year. The intern will work alongside the Career Center Marketing Committee to support the marketing and communication needs of the Career Center.

Duties

Writing:

• Write, edit, and proofread copy for departmental communications including printed materials, webpages, podcast episodes, and email campaigns.
• Serve as the main author of the Career Center Monthly newsletter and the Employer Edge newsletter, delegating assignments as needed to colleagues.
• Act as the lead editor for career community newsletters.
• Write submissions for external newsletters (e.g. Laker Family Network).

Marketing and Design:

• Collaborate with fellow interns to brainstorm marketing ideas for the Career Center.
• Collaborate with career advisors to create and/or edit longer-form Career Center pieces such as instructional worksheets, guides, etc.
• Perform website edits and updates.

Social Media:

• Assist with social media efforts, working on projects such as student/intern spotlights and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion posts.
• Brainstorm ideas and perform in videos for social media.

Required Skills and Experience

• Prior writing experience outside of the classroom.
• Experience using Canva.
• Comfortable being on camera.
• Proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects.
• Must be willing to work independently and report to supervisor on a regular basis regarding work progression.
• Must have a positive, cooperative attitude and respond to constructive feedback in a mature fashion. 

Additional Details

• Paid internship, $16.33 an hour
• 10-15 hours per week
• Must commit to full academic year internship (August 19, 2025-May 1, 2026)
• Work will primarily be done at the downtown Pew Campus

Physical Demands

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Application Instructions

Interested individuals should apply with a resume and cover letter. For more information, contact Megan Riksen at riksenm@gvsu.edu.