Responsibilities

• Writes 600-800 word news and feature stories for the College.
• Researches and fact checks information, including ensuring accuracy of quotes used in articles.
• Complies with IU editorial guidelines, and meets Communications and Marketing's deadlines.
• Exercises ability to identify, pitch, and tell compelling and authentic stories that showcase the College's vibrant intellectual community, and its impact.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as a student at Indiana University.
• Excellent writing and storytelling skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Organizational skills, with the ability to plan effectively and meet deadline.
• Passion for higher education and research.

Preferred

• Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student in Junior or Senior class standing at Indiana University.
• Experience with news reporting, blogging, or other public-facing writing.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans