Extra Help WCBU and WGLT - only college students are eligible to apply

Illinois State University; Normal (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan eligibility

Job summary

Illinois State University is hiring WGLT and WCBU student employees in Normal, IL. The roles are part-time for current college students, with flexible hours across reporting, audio production, vocal performance, and social media management.

Pay is $16.00 per hour. Typical weekly hours are 5–10, up to 28 hours. Applicants must be current students; ISU students are not eligible. Starting Date: 2026.

Qualifications

• Current college student
• Illinois State University students are not eligible to be hired as extra help

Responsibilities

• Assist in reporting, audio production, vocal performance, and social media management.
• Hours are typically 5–10 per week, with up to 28 hours per week possible based on operational needs.

Skills

Effective communication

Job description

Title: Extra Help WCBU and WGLT - only college students are eligible to apply
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: Radio Station WGLT

Job Summary

WGLT and WCBU, the NPR member-stations in Normal and Peoria, IL, are looking to hire Illinois college students part-time. There are positions available in reporting, audio production, vocal performance, and social media management. Radio experience is preferred, but those with other media backgrounds are also encouraged to apply. Hours are flexible based on your availability.

Additional Information

Benefits include time away from work for eligible employees and the option to participate in the University’s 403(b) Plan.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$16.00 per hour

Required Qualifications

Current college student
NOTE: Illinois State University students are not eligible to be hired as extra help and must apply to student employment postings

Work Hours

Typically 5-10 hours per week. Extra Help work based on operational need and can work up to 28 hours per week maximum.

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
Effectively communicate on a daily basis.

Proposed Starting Date

2026

Required Applicant Documents

Resume

Optional Applicant Documents

Certification of Retirement Annuity

Special Instructions for Applicants

Extra Help employees may only work up to 28 hours per week for all University employment. Employees are only paid for hours worked and do not qualify for most benefits including health insurance and retirement, with Illinois State University. However, Extra Help employees are eligible to participate in the University's supplemental retirement savings plans (403b). Applicable retirement information is provided at the time of hire. There is no guarantee that working as Extra Help will lead to or secure permanent employment. In addition, extra help employees may only work up to 900 hours total during their employment.

Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois.

Contact Information for Applicants

Breanna Crippen
Human Resources
309-438-8315
[e-mail]

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at [phone]. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at [phone].