Part-Time Student Communications Intern in Experiential Learning

Inuplands; Bloomington (IN); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington is seeking a Communications Intern to assist the Experiential Learning team with digital marketing, storytelling, and content creation that highlights hands-on learning on campus.

The role offers in-person work, flexible 10-15 hour weeks, and opportunities to build a professional portfolio across written, visual, and digital media.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled as a student at Indiana University in good academic standing
• Preferred: The Media School, journalism, communications, or a marketing program
• Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail
• Experience with Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Experience with social media platforms and content creation (Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
• Ability to take and edit photos
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Experience with short-form video creation (Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts)
• Interest in higher education, student success, or experiential learning
• This role is eligible for Federal Work Study.

Responsibilities

• Works as part of the Undergraduate Education Communications and Marketing team, producing engaging copy, visuals, and social media content that showcase the impact of experiential learning at IU.
• Writes and edits copy for websites, newsletters, social media, and print materials.
• Creates and manages social media campaigns for the Experiential Learning initiative.
• Captures and edits photos for marketing materials, digital platforms, and events.
• Gathers and develops student stories and testimonials to highlight EL experiences.
• Designs promotional materials using Adobe Creative Suite or Canva.
• Collaborates with Communications and Experiential Learning staff to brainstorm and plan content.
• Maintains brand consistency and alignment with IU style and visual identity.

Skills

Strong writing

Social media content creation

Photography editing

Short-form video creation

Organizational skills

Interest in higher education/experient

Attention to detail

Education

Currently enrolled as a student at Indiana University in good academic standing

Preferred: The Media School, journalism, communications, or marketing program

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION (BL-VPUE-IUBLA)

Learning at Indiana University Bloomington goes far beyond the classroom. Through Experiential Learning Activities (ELAs), students apply their knowledge in real-world settings that challenge and inspire them.

Whether students are conducting innovative research or creative activity, immersing themselves in new cultures, leading a student organization, or gaining hands-on experience in the community or their field of study, ELAs empower them to:

• Level-up their learning
• Gain future-ready skills
• Build professional networks and lasting friendships
• Excel after graduation

The Communications Intern will work closely with the Experiential Learning (EL) team to help share stories and opportunities that highlight IU's commitment to hands-on learning. This position offers a unique opportunity for a creative student, preferably from The Media School or a related communications field, to gain professional experience in digital marketing, content creation, and storytelling within a collaborative, supportive university environment.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Works as part of the Undergraduate Education Communications and Marketing team, a person in this role produces engaging copy, visuals, and social media content that showcase the impact of experiential learning at IU.
• Writes and edits copy for websites, newsletters, social media, and print materials.
• Creates and manages social media campaigns for the Experiential Learning initiative.
• Captures and edits photos for marketing materials, digital platforms, and events.
• Gathers and develops student stories and testimonials to highlight EL experiences.
• Designs promotional materials using Adobe Creative Suite or Canva.
• Collaborates with Communications and Experiential Learning staff to brainstorm and plan content.
• Maintains brand consistency and alignment with IU style and visual identity.

EDUCATION

Required

• Currently enrolled as a student at Indiana University in good academic standing

Preferred

• Enrolled in The Media School, journalism, communications, or a marketing program

SKILLS

Required

• Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail
• Experience with graphic design tools such as Canva and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Experience with social media platforms and content creation (Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
• Ability to take and edit photos
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Experience with short-form video creation (Reels, TikTok, YouTube Shorts)
• Interest in higher education, student success, or experiential learning

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

This position is eligible for Federal Work Study.

2 samples of writing, photography, or design work will be requested at the onset of an interview.

• By the end of the appointment, the student will:
• Gain real-world experience in higher education marketing and communications.
• Build a professional portfolio of written, visual, and digital work.
• Develop skills in project management, collaboration, and creative storytelling.
• Deepen understanding of experiential learning and its impact on student success.

Bloomington, Indiana

This is an in-person position.

$15.00 per hour

10-15 hours per week. Schedule is flexible.

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Career Level: Part Time Employee

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Part Time Employee

Job Family: Part Time Student Employee

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