Communications Intern/Student-Editor of Connections (Student Wage)

The Office of the Vice President and Chief Student Affairs Officer oversees large-scale communications with UVA students. The communications intern assists in those efforts by serving as the student-editor of the Connections newsletter. Connections is distributed weekly to all students when school is in session. Two separate versions are prepared and distributed, one for all undergraduate students and one for all graduate/professional students. Duties include compiling and categorizing submissions for the newsletter; fact-checking submissions; editing submissions for clarity, brevity, and Associated Press (AP) style; preparing both versions of the final text for review by the director of communications for Student Affairs; and updating the Connections website. Additional opportunities may arise for this position to assist the staff in writing, editing, or preparing communications for other purposes. Successful candidates will have excellent writing and communication skills, an ability to meet weekly deadlines, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn (or expand their knowledge of) AP style. This is a remote position, although there may be occasional in-person meetings. Rising second- and third-year students will receive special consideration, and based on performance, may be asked to continue in the position from year to year. The number of hours will vary by week, based on the length of the newsletter, but most weeks will average 7-10 hours. Compensation is $17 per hour. Anticipated start date is early to mid-August. The position continues through mid-May. To apply, please complete the online application, and include: Cover letter Resume Writing sample. This should be an original piece of writing representing your best work MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Current UVA student Experience: None Licensure: None PHYSICAL DEMANDS This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment. In 1819, Thomas Jefferson founded the University of Virginia and inaugurated a bold experiment. Two centuries later, Jefferson’s vision thrives. Across Grounds - and throughout the world - UVA students, faculty, staff and alumni challenge convention, break barriers and pursue the greater good. The University of Virginia is made up of eleven schools and affiliated foundations in Charlottesville plus the College at Wise in Southwest Virginia. The University of Virginia Health System is a renowned academic medical center committed to providing outstanding patient care, educating tomorrow's health care leaders and discovering new and better ways to treat diseases. The University's Medical Center, School of Medicine and Physicians Group are recognized for their excellence in patient care, education and research. At UVA, we offer a rich collection benefits, which have long been recognized and valued for their comprehensiveness and competitiveness in the market. In addition to a robust array of traditional benefits such as health care, time off, and retirement, UVA offers a comprehensive list of benefits and services to help staff and faculty meet their personal and family needs. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job