Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of student and institutional module training sessions both virtually and in-person.
• Assist with the development and maintenance of digital communications by gathering content and supporting the creation of communication materials.
• Assist with the social media plan to attract new followers and monitor and report on analytics.
• Develop social media content for Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn, in accordance with the social media plan and amplify messaging from partner organizations.
• Suggest enhancements to the website and develop content based on the approved platform, branding and communications strategy.
• Assist with other communications about our program, including outreach to institutions of higher education, presentations to executive leadership and advisory panel members, press releases, etc.
• Facilitate a plan to reward students for completing the Career Readiness Modules.
• Update and maintain the program's email distribution list.
• Review program materials directed toward students and create a plan to change or update the information and present it to the program staff.
• Assist in planning and executing new initiatives to gain student buy-in.

Requirements

• Junior or senior year college student that is a Virginia resident and/or enrolled at a Virginia higher education institution.
• Firm grasp of social media, communications, and marketing skills, as demonstrated through coursework, portfolio, or other means.
• Excellent written communication and strong editing skills, as demonstrated through a writing sample.
• Excellent computer skills, as demonstrated through coursework, portfolio, or other means.
• Eager to learn and willing to pitch in on other tasks as needed.

Preferred

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc., as demonstrated through coursework, portfolio, or explanation in cover letter
• Knowledge of WordPress
• Graphic design skills preferred. (Canva)