Editorial & Publishing Student Assistant — Flexible Hours

Millersville University; Millersville (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Millersville University is seeking a Student Worker to join the editing and publishing team for 2026-2027, supporting the Engage for Change and Made in Millersville Journals. You’ll edit articles, assist with marketing, and help grow the digital journals in a collaborative student setting.

The role is 10 hours per week, Mon–Fri with some weekends, with flexible hours. Undergraduates (sophomores–seniors) who value confidentiality and deadlines are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Sophomores, juniors, or seniors interested in publishing, editing, and marketing a digital journal.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Computer skills (Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.)
• Evidence of efficient project and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet goals and deadlines
• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Must complete 3 required clearances (PA Criminal Background, Child Abuse History, and FBI Fingerprints).

Responsibilities

• Edit author’s articles submitted to the journal.
• Take on a specialty role (marketing for the journal, outreach, web design, project manager for authors).
• Contribute to journal’s growth.
• Work approximately 10 hours/wk.
• Have the opportunity to intern/work for two journals, one in the fall semester and one in the spring semester.

Skills

Editing

Publishing

Marketing

Time management

Communication

Multitasking

Confidentiality

MS Word

MS Excel

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Millersville University is seeking a Student Worker to join the editing and publishing team for 2026-2027, supporting the Engage for Change and Made in Millersville Journals. You’ll edit articles, assist with marketing, and help grow the digital journals in a collaborative student setting.

The role is 10 hours per week, Mon–Fri with some weekends, with flexible hours. Undergraduates (sophomores–seniors) who value confidentiality and deadlines are encouraged to apply.