Student Communications & Marketing Specialist III_Non FWS
Listed on 2026-10-19
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Marketing / Advertising / PR
Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing
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Position TitleStudent Communications & Marketing Specialist FWS
Level of SupportStudent Support III
Position TypeNon-FWS
Number of Openings1
Work HoursDuring Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm)
Wage Per Hour21.00
Division/SchoolAcademic Affairs
Department Name122048 WOMENS LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS
Department BioThe Elizabeth J. Somers Women’s Leadership Program ( WLP ) is a selective year-long living learning community for first year students at the George Washington University. Offered exclusively at the Mount Vernon Campus, WLP commemorates and preserves the vision of the founder of Mount Vernon College and Seminary, Elizabeth J. Somers. WLP students have the benefit of small classes, close contact with faculty and women in leadership roles, and strong community ties within the program.
Position Specific SummaryIn this role, you will be
- Create an accessible photo repository for students
- drafting and producing the biweekly WLP newsletter,
- creating Linked In content
- updating the WLP website
- creating recruitment materials for prospective students
- writing short recaps of events or pieces to put in the WLP annual report
- developing alumni spotlights for the Alumni Quarterly
- creating event promotional materials, and
- creating evergreen pieces like “What is WLP ?”, “Meet the cohorts,” “What students do after WLP ,” or “A year in WLP”.
The student will manage and/or design marketing and communication strategies and content for departments and/or special events. Tasks may include:
Planning, creating, managing and executing marketing plans and campaigns, website resources, digital content and design, and/or managing of social media accounts. While completing work with a high degree of discretion, the student will work within organization marketing standards and guidelines. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental needs.
The student will manage and/or design marketing and communication strategies and content for departments and/or special events. Tasks may include:
Planning, creating, managing and executing marketing plans and campaigns, website resources, digital content and design, and/or managing of social media accounts. While completing work with a high degree of discretion, the student will work within organization marketing standards and guidelines. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental needs.
Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Leadership, Professionalism, Inclusion, Technology and Data, Career Development
Required QualificationsPrevious skills, training, or experience is required.
Preferred QualificationsExperience using Google suite programs, Instagram, Mailchimp, Adobe Creative Suite, Drupal, and/or Canva.
Job Open Date10/16/2026
Job Close Date11/02/2026
Work Type DesignationHybrid (mixture of in-person and virtual work)
Hiring Manager NameLise Shiroma
EEO StatementThe university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action ( EEO /AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment–free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices. For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement .
The student employee will:
In this position, the student will not perform any functions and/or have access to any financially, safety, or security sensitive items listed above.
- Background check not required.
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to ApplyRequired Documents
- Resume
- Portfolio/Design Work Samples
Optional Documents
- FWS Program Student Statement (Only Attach the Official Document)
- Cover Letter
- Writing Sample
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