LEADS Communication Intern

Salary/Position Classification

• $20.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
• 12-15 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position. The LEADS Communications Intern plays an important role communicating about the UND strategic plan, UND LEADS.  This position requires organizational skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal communication abilities.

Duties & Responsibilities

• LEADS Storytelling:
• Serve as a point of contact for individuals involved in the publication of UND Today stories related to LEADS-aligned activities.
• Assist with writing and editing stories, social media posts, and other communications pieces focused on the LEADS strategic plan.
• Manage the organization and tracking of data related to storytelling activities, such as views and other measures of audience engagement.
• Outreach and Event Assistance:
• Review campus events for LEADS alignment.
• Assume responsibility for distributing and collecting LEADS promotional materials for campus events.
• Provide assistance to AVP for Strategy & Implementation and LEADS Implementation Team event planning and hosting.
• Record Keeping and Information Management:
• Develop approaches to track all LEADS-related communication and outreach.
• Compile information on LEADS communication and outreach to assist with continued event and storytelling planning.
• Assist with maintenance of the LEADS Activity Inventory. 
• Assist with the maintenance of the strategic plan archive.

Minimum Requirements

• A portfolio of work including studio experience and project-based contributions.
• Experience in customer service, operations, and creative production.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable working with students and UND employees from across the institution.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Background in or evidence of accomplishment in standard communication strategies and/or writing for public audiences.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn new tools and systems.
• Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Coursework in writing, editing, or communication strategies.
• Event planning experience.

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:

• Resume and Class Schedule
• Names of at least two references

Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.

Career Services is here to help students looking for student employment positions at UND by offering individual sessions that include resume, cover letter reviews, and interview preparation. Please schedule an appointment through Hawk Central or email us at [email protected].