Student - Communications Outreach - Environment & Sustainability

The student in this position will work with the department to better communicate our activities with the campus, alumni, and other constituencies. They will prepare and post stories with photos/videos for the ENVS website, including department-supported minors, and alumni outreach. The student in this position will report to and be mentored by Patrick Hurley (ENVS). There may be times when they will need to communicate with personnel in Campus Communications. 

Responsibilities:

The student in this position will work with Patrick Hurley (ENVS) in identifying topics/events appropriate for coverage on the departmental website, including the various minors supported by the department, and other communications. They will attend events, take photos/videos when appropriate, perform basic interviews (in person or via e-mail) if needed, write up the story, edit the story based on feedback, and post to the website. They will work with personnel in Campus Communications to learn how to post/maintain the departmental website pages using the appropriate branding/writing formats. Hours are flexible and can usually work around student’s schedule and other responsibilities. Weekly hours will range from 0-4 hours. 

Requirements:

Enthusiasm

Reliability

Communication and writing skills  

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of website maintenance 

ENVS major/minor or minoring in one of the departments ENVS-focused minors 

Other Duties:

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. 

Job responsibilities and activities may be modified or changed at any time with or without notice.  Job descriptions will be audited periodically by the Ursinus Human Resources department to ensure they are up-to-date and reflect the essential responsibilities and duties of the job. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Ursinus College is a selective, independent, co-educational, residential liberal arts college of approximately 1500 students located about 25 miles northwest of center city Philadelphia. With a diverse community of students, it is an expectation of all faculty to contribute to the inclusion, engagement, and success of all students. Ursinus is an EO/AA employer.  Ursinus College does not discriminate on grounds of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or other classification protected by applicable law in the administration of any of its educational programs or activities or with respect to employment.