Student Worker - Communications OWU Daily
Delaware, OH (On-site)
Posted 3 months ago
Job Description
Student Worker - OWU Daily Intern
(Fall 26 & Spring 27)
Purpose/Objective of the Role:
Student will work daily Sunday-Thursday – typically in the early evening to help compile Ohio Wesleyan’s e-newsletter, the OWU Daily. Duties include editing submissions according to published guidelines, fact-checking, and posting information to appear the newsletter. The intern also may help with special projects as time permits.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
- Using WordPress to post entries to the OWU Daily.
- Editing copy to meet OWU Daily submission guidelines and ensure information is complete.
- Contacting OWU Daily submitters to fill in gaps in information.
- Working with supervisors on compliance questions and other issues with OWU Daily submissions.
Qualifications/Skills:
Strong writing and spelling ability required. Knowledge of WordPress and AP style helpful. Dependability is critical, as the OWU Daily is published every morning class is in session. The ideal candidate will be available to work a minimum of one hour per day, preferably early evening. Majors in English or Journalism preferred, but others are encouraged to apply. Student will be trained by staff.
Potential Future Career Benefit:
This 2026-2027 full-year internship will be beneficial for anyone interested in a communication field, especially internal / business communication or event marketing. The intern also will become proficient at using WordPress, which has broad communication applications, and improve copy- and content-editing skills.
NOTE: Employment sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
Application Instructions:
Complete the ADP application by selecting "Apply" button and answer all questions.
Supervisor: Cole Hatcher
Commitment: 4-5 hours per week, minimum wage
Term: Full Academic Year (Fall 26 & Spring 27), temporary, part-time position
Ohio Wesleyan University
A private, undergraduate, liberal arts university, Ohio Wesleyan is located in Delaware, Ohio, with easy access to Columbus, Ohio’s capital and the nation’s 14th-largest city. OWU is the home of The OWU Connection, the university's signature program designed to help students "think big" (understand issues from multiple academic disciplines), "go global" (gain international perspective), and "get real" (translate classroom knowledge into real-world experience).OWU also is the home of the "Delaware Entrepreneurial Center at Ohio Wesleyan University," a business accelerator and collaboration with the City of Delaware and Delaware County. Center members work with OWU student-interns to research ideas, create business and marketing plans, and more.The university offers more than 70 majors, 24 NCAA Division III women's and men's varsity sports, and a marching band. It is the home of the Battling Bishops!The university has a long legacy of community service and offers opportunities for students to participate in spring break interfaith service trips each spring.Ohio Wesleyan is featured in the book “Colleges That Change Lives” and included on the U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review “best colleges” lists.
