GA - Pre-Professional - College of Applied Science and Technology Communications and Special Events - Fall 2025 - Spring 2026
GA - Pre-Professional - College of Applied Science and Technology Communications and Special Events - Fall 2025 - Spring 2026
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GA PreProfessional College of Applied Science and Technology Communications and Special Events Fall 2025 Spring 2026
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal Illinois
Title: GA PreProfessional College of Applied Science and Technology Communications and Special Events Fall 2025 Spring 2026
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: Dean of Applied Science and Technology
Campus Location: Normal IL
Job Summary
The College of Applied Science and Technology is seeking a highly motivated student to fill the role of Communications and Special Events Graduate Assistant for theacademic year. This role will be responsible for written communication and the development of content for the Colleges social media sites and the hub. This role will also assist with the strategic planning and creative development of events for the College including Science and Technology Week awards receptions constituent gatherings and guest lectures.
Responsibilities include:
Writing and developing content for a variety of online outlets
Planning coordinating and implementing a variety of special events
Assisting in the planning and evaluation of special event publicity
Documenting events for various social media platforms
Maintaining social media channels
Other duties assigned as deemed necessary by the College
Salary Rate / Pay Rate
$1510 for 0.5 FTE appointment
Required Qualifications
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 from undergraduate institution
Valid Drivers License and/or ability to obtain license
Strong interpersonal leadership and communication skills (both verbal and written) are expected
Demonstration of oral and written proficiency in the English language
Knowledge of various social media platforms including but not limited to: Facebook Twitter and Instagram
Eligible for appointment as per the requirements in the Graduate Assistant Handbook which can be found at Must be a degree seeking graduate student at Illinois State University in one of the following degree fields: Communication Marketing Computer Science Agriculture Art Technology Public Health or Recreation Administration
Preferred Qualifications
Attention to detail
Ability to take direction
Selfmotivated
Highly organized
Passionate about creating quality programming for students faculty staff and outreach to the community
Work Hours
This is a fulltime graduate assistant appointment averaging 20 hours/week.
Proposed Starting Date
August 1 2025
Required Applicant Documents
Resume Cover Letter 2 Letters of Recommendation Reference List
Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on Apply
Special Instructions for Applicants
Note: If you have not yet been assigned a University ID but are interested in applying for this graduate assistantship please proceed with the graduate assistant application process. For the first question regarding your University ID simply enter in nine 9 zeros (e.g.. Questions specific to the position may be directed to the College of Applied Science and Technology Deans Office at 309.438.7602 This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable an employment history review based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources. Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence. If you are having difficulty accessing the system please call Human Resources at .
You must be eligible for employment in the United States and at Illinois State University and/or for the number of hours required for the position.
Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of oncampus employment for all positions held. International students are restricted by their visa status to no more than 20 hours per week of oncampus employment when the university is in session but may work up to 28 hours per week when the university is not in session. Please contact the Office of International Student and Scholar Services for guidance on visa restrictions on work hours. The University cannot grant exceptions to visa status rules/laws.
Benefits for Graduate Assistants can be found in the Graduate Assistant Handbook Information for ApplicantsImportant Information for Applicants
Department
Dean of Applied Science and TechnologyThe College of Applied Science and Technology is seeking a highly motivated student to fill the role of Communications and Special Events Graduate Assistant for theacademic year. This role will be responsible for written communication and the development of content for the Colleges social media sites and the hub. This role will also assist with the strategic planning and creative development of events for the College including Science and Technology Week awards receptions constituent gatherings and guest lectures.
Current Opportunities
Department
Dean of Applied Science and TechnologyThe College of Applied Science and Technology is seeking a highly motivated student to fill the role of Communications and Special Events Graduate Assistant for theacademic year. This role will be responsible for written communication and the development of content for the Colleges social media sites and the hub. This role will also assist with the strategic planning and creative development of events for the College including Science and Technology Week awards receptions constituent gatherings and guest lectures.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Temp
