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Communications Assistant

Deadline to apply: Priority consideration to those who apply by May 3
Location: Hybrid (317 Maynard Ave., Ann Arbor, MI 48104)
Pay Rate: Undergraduate $17/hr, Master’s $20/hr, Doctoral $23/hr
Job Duration: Up to 20 hours per week during Summer, with the possibility to extend into Fall.
Hiring Manager: Sean Corp ([email protected])

Who we’re looking for:

The Marketing and Market Strategy team is looking for a student fellow who understands how to identify and create content that is high-quality, relevant and engaging to the Center for Academic Innovation’s internal and external communities. Content could include story writing, drafting content for emails, fliers, websites, and social media across the center’s brands – the Center for Academic Innovation, Michigan Online, and Online Teaching.

Student Qualifications:

  • Current U-M Student

  • Understanding of marketing fundamentals

  • Familiarity with AP Style

  • Familiarity with marketing writing, e.g., for web, social media, or other channels

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multicultural environment

What You’ll Learn:

  • News and feature writing

  • Content strategy

  • Interviewing skills

  • Writing for voice and tone across brands

How to apply

To apply, you must complete the Student Fellow Application and upload the following required documents:

  • Resume

  • Cover letter

  • Two Writing sample