Financial Aid Communications Intern - Applied Learning

Wichita State University; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Wichita State University is seeking two Communications Interns to help students access clear, actionable information about financial aid and scholarships. Interns will craft messages, update website content, and produce short videos explaining aid processes, connecting with diverse audiences.

On-site, part-time roles require 20 hours per week at $15 per hour, with schedules accommodating student classes. Applicants should be enrolled at WSU in Digital Arts, Communications, Marketing, Graphic

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; enrolled in at least 6 credit hours at Wichita State University.
• Junior, Senior, or Graduate-level student.
• Majors in Digital Arts, Communication, Marketing, Graphic Design, UI/UX, or related fields.
• Familiarity with editing and designing websites.
• Experience with communications, graphic design, video production, or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong writing/editing and storytelling skills.
• Comfortable with digital platforms (web, email, social media).

Responsibilities

• Apply principles of effective communication to create engaging content for students and families.
• Edit and update website content, design user-friendly forms, and draft branded emails.
• Script, record, and edit short videos that explain financial aid processes and share student stories.
• Work closely with staff to manage projects, meet deadlines, and adapt strategies to evolving needs.

Skills

Strong writing

Editing

Storytelling

Video production

Graphic design

UI/UX

Digital platforms

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Enrolled in 6+ credit hours at Wichita State University

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Website editing tools

Job description

Department

Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships

Campus Location

Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus

Hire Type

Part Time

Pay

$15 per hour

Work Schedule

work is performed on-site and inperson. 20 hours per week. We are open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Depends on student class schedule.

Export Compliance Requirement

No export control requirement.

Job Story

When students are seeking clear, accessible information aboutfinancial aid and scholarships, our office needs creativecommunicators who can craft messages that truly matter. We’rehiring two Communications Interns for the 2026-2027 academic yearto help us connect with diverse audiences and make financial aidresources easier to understand.

Job Summary

A student assistant will carry out administrative and technicaltasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the studentassistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other studentsor provide support throughout the campus in various forms.

Job Duties

• Apply principles of effective communication to create engagingcontent for students and families.
• Edit and update website content, design user-friendly forms, anddraft branded emails.
• Script, record, and edit short videos that explain financial aidprocesses and share student stories.
• Work closely with staff to manage projects, meet deadlines, andadapt strategies to evolving needs.

Required Education

High School diploma or equivalent. Enrolled in a minimum of 6credit hours at Wichita State University.

Required Experience

This is specific to each position and department. See additionalrequirements and/or preferences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Junior, Senior, or Graduate-level student
• Majors in Digital Arts, Communication, Marketing, Graphic Design,UI/UX, or related fields
• Familiarity with editing and designing websites
• Experience with communications, graphic design, video production,or Adobe Creative Suite
• Strong writing/editing and storytelling skills
• Comfortable with digital platforms (web, email, socialmedia)

Additional Information

This position is for Fall 2026 & Spring 2027.

Physical Requirements

Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate acomputer and other office equipment including but not limited tophone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicatewith others and accurately exchange information.