Student Ambassador Career Center - Communications Intern
About this role
Title: Career Development Student Worker - Fall 2026
Reports to: Assistant Director of Career Development
The Career Development Center is seeking a student to work 8-10 hours per week this Fall, supporting all email communications, social media efforts, and storytelling for our department. This student’s work will help keep our students informed about the career resources available to them and share the stories of successful students and alumni.
Major Responsibilities:
- Draft targeted emails sharing job postings, internship opportunities, and event details with the student body, customized by major
- Research relevant jobs and internships for various majors.
- Design simple social media graphics and email banners in Canva, in accordance with department branding guidelines.
- In partnership with the Assistant Director, update and follow the department’s communication calendar to ensure the timely dissemination of updates through email, social media, and flyers.
- Design and caption posts for Instagram; manage posts on social media and generate content ideas to boost engagement.
- Reach out to students and alumni to collect internship and career stories for the online career story library. Conduct interviews to write or record those stories.
- Greet students as they arrive in the Career Development Center, answering questions and checking them in for appointments.
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be a current Lipscomb undergraduate student
- English or Communications major
- Preferred Sophomore level or higher
- Some previous experience and familiarity with Canva and Instagram
- Exceptional proofreading skills and attention to detail
- Federal Work Study Approved preferred
- 8-10 hours per week over a consistent schedule of 2-4 work days in the office
- Behaviors: Proactive, Active Learner, Responsive, Detail-Oriented, Approachable and Positive
Company at a glance
At Lipscomb University College of Leadership & Public Service, we are a bold and engaged academic community shaping the next generation of purpose-driven leaders. Located in Green Hills and Downtown Nashville, we equip students to lead in critical areas including public service, sustainability, conflict management, law and justice, organizational leadership, and public administration (MPA).
Our programs blend academic excellence with real-world experience, preparing students to lead with integrity and innovation in government, nonprofit, legal, and corporate sectors. Whether you're advancing your career or launching a new one, this is where Tennessee turns for leadership.
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ALUMNI: You are invited to join LinkedIn groups dedicated to connecting with fellow alumni:
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