Graduate Student Worker – Communications Assistant
Rowan University - University College Dean's Office
Job Description
🌟 Make an impact where it matters most: student success.
University College is seeking a graduate student with technical expertise and creative vision in communications and digital media to join the department’s Communications Team for the Spring 2026 semester. This role is designed for a diligent, innovative student who wants to sharpen their skills in digital storytelling, elevate campus communications, and bring bold ideas to life.
Based on Rowan University’s Glassboro campus, this in‑person (with opportunity for hybrid work) offers flexible scheduling to support academic commitments while providing immersive, hands‑on experience in projects that shape University College’s identity and impact. The Graduate Assistant will work directly under the supervision of a Communications Specialist, gaining real‑world experience in higher education branding, media production, and strategic outreach that advance University College’s communication efforts across offices and units, as well as the broader Rowan community.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist with the design and production of marketing and communications materials, including graphics, flyers, newsletters, digital content, presentations, and signage
- Support social media planning, content creation, publishing, and engagement across University College platforms
- Update and maintain University College webpages using Cascade CMS
- Help drive data-informed communication by tracking metrics and assisting with reporting
- Support email marketing efforts using Constant Contact, including drafting and formatting communications
- Capture and edit photo and video content for events and promotional use
- Ensure all materials align with Rowan University branding guidelines
- Provide support for events and outreach initiatives; occasional evenings and weekends as required
- Perform other duties/projects as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a marketing, public relations, design, digital media, or related fields
- Must be currently enrolled as a Rowan University graduate student (or incoming Spring 2026 graduate student)
- Demonstrated communications, content creation, social media, website development experience
- Available to work up to 20 hours per week
- Experience with Cascade CMS or a comparable content management system
- Proficiency in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive, etc.)
- Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Canva
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
- Superior organizational and analytical skills; exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with DSLR photography and video equipment
- Demonstrated communications experience, preferably in a higher education setting
Job Description:
Seeking a highly motivated graduate student with a background in Computer Science to assist in the development and optimization of our Slate CRM system. This position offers an opportunity to work on real-world applications and contribute to meaningful projects that support institutional goals.
Key Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with the team to support the design, development, and implementation of the Slate CRM system.
• Assist in troubleshooting, testing, and refining system features for optimal performance.
• Develop and update SQL queries and database components to manage and process CRM data.
• Contribute to front-end improvements, utilizing HTML, CSS, and JavaScript for enhanced user interface and experience.
• Participate in team meetings, project planning, and documentation processes.
Requirements:
• Current enrollment as a graduate student in Computer Science or a related discipline.
• Availability to work 20 hours per week.
• Proficiency or coursework experience in SQL, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with CRM systems, especially Slate, is a plus.
• Familiarity with requirements gathering, project management, and documentation processes is highly beneficial.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Effective communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly.
Compensation: $16.50 - $18 per hour
Eligibility to work in the US required.
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