Marketing and Communication Assistant (Student)

American University; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

American University in Washington, DC, is seeking a Marketing and Communication Student Assistant for the Kogod School of Business. This part-time position supports content creation, social media, events, and research within the Marketing and Communication team.

The ideal candidate is a current AU student, preferably majoring in Marketing, Communication, or Business. The role runs 15 hours per week at $18.40 per hour, on campus, offering hands-on marketing experience.

Qualifications

• Current Enrollment: must be a current student at American University
• Preferred majors include Marketing, Communication, Business or related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills essential
• Proficiency with social media platforms and basic graphics principles

Responsibilities

• Content Creation: develop and edit content for social media, newsletters, and the Kogod website
• Social Media Management: schedule posts, engage followers, monitor analytics
• Event Support: assist in organizing webinars, workshops, and networking events
• Research and Analysis: study marketing trends, competitive activities, and campaign performance
• Administrative Tasks: general admin support, scheduling, reporting
• Graphic Design: create promotional materials using Canva and Adobe Suite

Skills

Written communication

Social media management

Graphic design

Microsoft Office

Education

Current student at American University

Marketing/Communication/Business major preferred

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Work Where You Learn: Build Experience, Grow Skills, and Contribute to Your University Community.

Department and Employment Type

• Department: Kogod School of Business
• Time Type: Part time
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary

The Marketing and Communication Student Assistant will support the Kogod School of Business's Marketing and Communication team in various tasks and projects aimed at enhancing the visibility and reputation of the school. This role is an excellent opportunity for a student interested in gaining hands‑on experience in marketing, communications, and public relations within an academic environment.

Essential Functions

• Content Creation: Assist in developing and editing content for various communication channels, including social media, newsletters, and the Kogod website.
• Social Media Management: Support the management of Kogod’s social media accounts by scheduling posts, engaging with followers, and monitoring analytics.
• Event Support: Help organize and promote events such as webinars, workshops, and networking functions. Assist with logistical arrangements and event setup.
• Research and Analysis: Conduct research on marketing trends, competitor activities, and best practices. Assist in analyzing marketing campaign performance.
• Administrative Tasks: Provide general administrative support to the Marketing and Communication team, including maintaining records, preparing reports, and coordinating meetings.
• Graphic Design: Assist in creating visually appealing materials using design software (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) for promotional and marketing purposes.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

Part‑time. 15 hours per week.

Salary Range

$18.40 per hour.

Required Education and Experience

• Current Enrollment: Must be a current student at American University, preferably majoring in Marketing, Communication, Business, or a related field.
• Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in social media platforms, basic knowledge of graphic design principles, and familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience: An interest in digital marketing and content creation is essential.
• Attributes: Creative, organized, detail‑oriented, and able to work independently and as part of a team. Must have a positive attitude and be willing to learn.
• Preferred Education and Experience: Previous experience in marketing, communications, or related fields is a plus but not required.

Other Details

This position is available only to enrolled American University students.

Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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