The Marketing and Communications team at the BYU Marriott School of Business is looking to hire student writers for spring/summer and fall/winter. This is a great opportunity to work within a communications team and walk away with published writing and editing samples for a portfolio. Hourly pay is $13-14.
Some student jobs qualify for internship credit. Talk to the Internship Coordinator (trina_harding@byu.edu) to learn more.
Job ID: 122380
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The award-winning marketing, communications, and technology team at the BYU Marriott School of Business is looking for students with excellent writing skills to join its staff. Positions are open for Spring/Summer term and Fall semester.
Students will not just be given assignments, they will be mentored one-on-one with seasoned communications professionals. They will have the opportunity to interface with inspiring faculty, students, alumni, and other friends of the school to tell stories through their writing and create a portfolio of work to showcase for future employers.
Shifts are customizable, as students are allowed to create a personalized schedule during weekday work hours that is compatible with class schedules.
Daily responsibilities include writing and editing stories for a wide variety of media outlets (news releases, features, newsletters, annual reports, and Marriott Alumni Magazine) as well as advising on content for digital channels (social media and websites).
This is the perfect position for dynamic students looking for hands-on communications experience (can count for PR/journalism internship credit). Prospective candidates should be enthusiastic, organized, and creative self-starters.
Candidates should:
- Have excellent writing skills (inverted pyramid writing preferred).
- Have strong interpersonal and interviewing skills.
- Have completed PR, journalism, or editing courses (preferred).
- Be familiar with APA style and/or Chicago style.
- Have the ability to manage multiple projects.
- Be self-motivated, creative, and interested in business.
Application Instructions: Though the application deadline is April 17, review and interview of applicants will begin immediately. Apply through the Student Employment Portal or send an email to marriottwriter@byu.edu. Please submit a résumé, cover letter, and three writing samples.
