Editorial and Content Student Intern

OSU Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Oregon State University in Corvallis is seeking a part-time Editorial and Content Intern in the College of Science Dean's Office. You will write and research stories for our website and newsletters, identify photos and graphics, and help with flyers for lectures and events.

You will learn Drupal content posting, sharpen social media skills, proofread for AP style, and ensure brand consistency while collaborating with our award-winning team.

Qualifications

• Must be an OSU student currently enrolled.
• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Ability to manage projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Write and research interesting stories for our website and newsletters.
• Identify photos and graphics to complement stories.
• Write copy and help with flyers for lectures and other events.
• Learn how to post content using Drupal, our content management system.
• Use and perfect your social media skills to help increase awareness among our key audiences.
• Proofread stories for grammatical errors and OSU/Associated Press Style.
• Adhere to OSU's brand, tone, voice and style as well as best practices.
• Consult with our team to assess copy needs, audiences and objectives.

Skills

Storytelling

Editing

Social media management

Research

Education

Currently enrolled OSU student

Tools

Drupal CMS

Job description

Department: College of Science Dean's Office

Job Description

This recruitment will be used to fill one part-time (a maximum of 20 hours per week) Student Information Technology position for a current Oregon State University student who will work in the College of Science (COS) Dean's Office at OSU. The College of Science is looking for a talented and creative journalism/digital media current OSU student who is highly motivated, enthusiastic and skilled in the art of storytelling and crafting thought-provoking communications. In this position, you will produce content for print, digital and social media channels and gain hands-on experience. You will write about a wide range of topics such as science student activities, faculty and student profiles, academic programs, College news, groundbreaking research (in biology, zoology, biochemistry, microbiology, mathematics, physics and chemistry), events, scholarships and anything that will engage readers while raising the visibility and impact of science. The Editorial and Content Intern will work in our cool marketing space in Kidder Hall and learn from our award-winning creative team of designers and writers in the dean's office. We are looking for a currently enrolled OSU student who is self-motivated and takes initiative to craft story ideas.

Position Duties

• Write and research interesting stories for our website and newsletters.
• Identify photos and graphics to complement stories.
• Write copy and help with flyers for lectures and other events.
• Learn how to post content using Drupal, our content management system.
• Use and perfect your social media skills to help increase awareness among our key audiences.
• Proofread stories for grammatical errors and OSU/Associated Press Style.
• Adhere to OSU's brand, tone, voice and style as well as best practices.
• Consult with our team to assess copy needs, audiences and objectives.

Transferable Skill Development

OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below: Communication, Critical Thinking, Technology, Career & Self Development.

Qualifications

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements

• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study.
• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment.
• Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard.
• High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program.
• Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term.
• Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*.
• Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term.
• Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*.
• *International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered 'full-time' by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS) and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

Required

• Must be a currently enrolled OSU student.
• Able to manage your own projects.
• Learn team-building and collaboration skills.
• Participate in weekly creative team meetings as your schedule permits.

Preferred

• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• A strong understanding of journalism and news writing.
• Strong understanding of the Internet and social media marketing best practices.
• Experience using multiple social media platforms.
• Detail oriented, consistently meet deadlines and produce high-quality work.
• Highly organized with the ability to multitask.
• Interest in supporting the ambassador program is preferred.
• Responsibilities may include greeting tour attendees, accompanying campus tours and, if interested, leading tours.

Working Conditions/Schedule

Part time, on-campus Corvallis, 15-20 hours a week.

Salary Range

Salary Range:

Anticipated Start Date

2026-09-23

Anticipated End Date

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job! Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS

• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide

For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport. Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical care insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
• Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

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