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WVU Center for Women's & Gender Studies seeks intern

The West Virginia University Center for Women’s & Gender Studies is advertising a position for an intern who will help publicize and coordinate activities for the Center during the 2012/2013 academic year. This person should be currently enrolled as a WVU student with a background in women’s & gender studies and/or a commitment to social justice issues. The position is part-time (10-15 hours per week depending on need and availability) with a pay rate of $10 per hour and will start during the fall 2012 semester.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and communicate information about events and activities associated with the program through the Center’s website and other social media.
  • Maintain the Center’s social media presence (such as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube) to communicate with alumni, students, faculty and other supporters.
  • Take photographs and video recordings and organize documents associated with the program’s activities to post on social media and the Center’s website.
  • Update calendar of events and assist in communication about activities with university and community members.
  • Design brochures, announcements, and other publicity for events and activities Utilize graphic design skills.
  • Help schedule activities organized by the Center on campus.
  • Write press releases and work with news and information office to advertise events.
  • Assist in developing a strategic marketing plan to identify and recruit students via electronic and printed materials, e. g., postcards, letters, and social media.
  • Promote the Center through effective communication and organizational skills.

Necessary skills:

  • Strong writing and speaking skills.
  • Professionalism and the ability to represent the Center at public events.
  • The ability to work independently and cooperatively.

To apply:

Please send a letter of application outlining your qualifications for this internship, a WVU transcript
(copies will be accepted), and two letters of reference to:

Dr. Ann Oberhauser, Director Center for Women’s Gender Studies
PO Box 6450
West Virginia University
Morgantown, WV 26506 
Ann.oberhauser@mail.wvu.edu
(304) 293-2063
Application deadline – July 13, 2012