Part Time Student Worker - Field Marketing Support (15hrs/week)

Versiti, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision Plans

PTO

Holidays

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Discount programs

Job summary

Versiti, Inc. in Columbus seeks a part-time Sales and Marketing Student to spark local awareness and engagement. You will help build crowds, source local stories, and organize community excitement around blood donation with a strong OSU Campus focus.

The role emphasizes grassroots publicity—boots-on-the-ground outreach to connect our work with neighborhoods, faith groups, schools, and community groups. Ideal for students in communications, PR, sales, or marketing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; currently enrolled in a college/university program in a related field.
• Less than 1 year experience; marketing outreach or event leadership preferred.
• Strong communication, organization, and ability to work independently are required.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and network to add blood drive opportunities.
• On-site recruitment at events; set up tables and assist with drives.
• Create social media outreach and content for community awareness.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to community groups.
• Develop relationships with community organizations and advocates.
• Coordinate with marketing/communications to support defined strategies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Customer-focused

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Education

High School Diploma

Enrolled in accredited college/university program

Tools

Microsoft Office

Personal cell phone

Job description

Overview

Versiti is a fusion of donors, scientific curiosity, and precision medicine that recognize the gifts of blood and life are precious. We are home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute, we enable life saving gifts from our donors, and provide the science behind the medicine through our diagnostic laboratories. Versiti brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in transfusion medicine, transplantation, stem cells and cellular therapies, oncology and genomics, diagnostic lab services, and medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes, higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals, blood centers, hospital systems, research and educational institutions, and other health care providers. At Versiti, we are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive.

Position Summary

Versiti is seeking energetic, creative, and highly motivated Sales and Marketing Studentsto help spark local awareness and engagement inColumbus. This part-time student role will play a key part inbuilding crowds, organizing community excitement, and sourcing local storieswith a strong focus on OSU Campusthatshowcasesthe lifesaving impact of blood donation. Unlike traditional media relations or corporate news writing, this role is focused ongrassroots'publicity— boots-on-the-ground outreach that helps connect our work to neighborhoods, churches, schools, and community groups.

This is an excellent opportunity for a junior, senior, or graduate student pursuing studies incommunications, public relations,sales,marketing, journalism, or a related fieldwho is excited to learn how to build community buzz, promote events, and generate compelling local content.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and develop local content:Visit and connect withColumbus (OSU)-area blood drivestoidentifydonor stories, community partners, and compelling visuals for use in e-newsletters, social media, and local promotional materials.

• Engage community networks:Contact local organizations (faith groups, civic associations, student clubs, neighborhood networks) through phone calls, email outreach, and in-person visits to encourage participation in upcoming blood drives and events.

• Support digital publicity:Draft short, engaging copy for social media posts, event spotlights, and community newsletters; contribute story leadsforthe state PR/communications team.

• On-the-ground promotion:Assist with distributing flyers, hanging posters, attending community events, conduct live recruitment, host tabling events, and amplifyingVersiti’spresence at local drives and outreach activities.

• Coordinate with the Versiti team:Partner closely with the Ohio PR & Social Media team and the local Donor Marketing team to share content and ensure a consistent brand voice.

Total Rewards Package

BenefitsVersiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification. Full-time regular employes are eligible for

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision Plans
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Holidays
• Short- and Long-term disability
• life insurance
• 7% match dollar for dollar 401(k)
• voluntary programs
• discount programs
• others

Responsibilities

• Actively prospects and networks to continually add new, productive blood drive opportunities. - Shadowing blood drive process with new account build and calendar requirements
• On-site recruitment as needed or required; hosts sign up tables and supports event drives, will include some evening and/or weekend hours
• Create community awareness and development though social media outreach (establish relationships and post drive information)
• Provides education and support for mission awareness - Prepares and conducts presentations to community groups
• Develops and maintains relationships with community organizations and community advocates
• Works with marketing/communications to identify blood drive programs and prepares content needed to support defined strategies
• Meets project timelines, is organized and timely with follow up
• Utilizes Pipeline tracker and keeps up-to-date contact information for key points of contact and interactions had
• Maintains the customer service standards of the department and Versiti
• Communicates clearly and respectfully with customers, donors and colleagues, sharing all necessary information
• Works effectively with team members, contributing to team efforts
• Supports Versiti’s mission, vision, and values as well as department goals and objectives
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification
• Understands and performs in accordance with all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements
• Complies with all standard operating policies and procedures

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma Must be currently enrolled in an accredited college/university program in a related field of the internship or recent graduate looking for entry level experience. required

Experience

• Less than 1 year Sophomore college year preferred preferred
• Less than 1 year Marketing outreach or event leadership preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent communication skills desired
• Ability to be customer-focused and follow through on requests in a timely manner preferred
• Strong organizational skills required
• Ability to quickly and accurately understand instructions and then work independently on assignments required
• Demonstrates keen attention to detail preferred
• Self-motivated and open to learning new skills preferred
• Able to work on a flexible working schedule as required required
• Ability to travel between events, campuses, and identified location opportunities required

Licenses and Certifications

• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State A current valid driver's license and good driving record is required upon hire required

Tools and Technology

• Personal computer (desktop, laptop, tablet) required
• Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) required
• Personal Cell Phone required

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