Communications & Marketing Student

About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth.  We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us

Western Technology Services (WTS) provides exceptional technology resources and services to keep the Western community connected! Western Technology Services supports students, instructors, and staff at all levels of their university experience, including eLearning, classroom technology, cybersecurity, network infrastructure, technology support, and much more! 

 WTS is seeking 2 creative and self-motivated Communications and Marketing student interns. If you’re an ambitious individual who wants to build a career in communications, especially in the technology sector, this is a great opportunity for you! 

  A key component of your work will be working to support the work our team does to enhance and sustain WTS’ social media presence. You will create and use content marketing strategies and communications plan to create unique social media content (reels and posts).  

You will support the WTS Communications team with other departmental communications initiatives as required.

Responsibilities

• Support the creation of communications plans and marketing strategies. 
• Design creative content for social media  
• Monitor social media platforms to help keep WTS on trend 
• Prepare detailed promotional media items, including videos, posters, graphics, brochures, etc. 
• Support planning and delivering of marketing events. 
• Write articles and other long-form content.  
• Assist with maintenance and content update of our websites.

Qualifications

Education:
-   Currently enrolled as an undergraduate student (enrolled in minimum of 3.5 courses) , and expect to retain full-time student status for the duration of this appointment 

Experience:
-  Familiarity with Microsoft Office and social media platforms (Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, Bluesky). 

-  Experience with the following would be considered an asset: 

• Experience using Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite  
• Experience creating video content  
• Familiarity using video editing software tools such as Capcut and Instagram Edits 
• Understanding of communications best practices  

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:
-  Understanding of communications best practices, considered an asset 

-  Good understanding of the latest marketing trends and techniques. 

-  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong presentation abilities. 

-  Must have a passion for communications.  

-  Outstanding multitasking abilities. 

Why Western?

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth.  Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre.  Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

Mentoring and Training Provided by WTS 

We truly care about your development and how we can provide learning experiences and tasks that add value to both WTS and to you as a learner. You’ll meet regularly with your supervisor, the WTS Communications Specialist, to talk about your experience in the role, tasks you’d like to take on or learn more about, and your career goals.

Some takeaway skills you’ll have after completing your role will include social media content creation, social media management, and strategic communications planning.

The biggest assets you can bring are enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and a desire to learn.

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth.  Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre.  Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

Application Process: 

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application.  In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume. Submission of additional supplementation, such as a portfolio, is welcome but not required.  

Applicants will be assessed based on previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Oral communication skills in English are required. 

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