Student Worker Reporting & Writing Intern
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Job Location:
Delaware, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Student Worker Reporting & Writing Intern
Number of Openings: 1
Purpose/Objective of the Role:
This intern will help to track OWU Connection-related research internships travel and service; conduct email and in-person interviews; draft news articles and press releases including headlines and photo captions; and (less frequently) take photographs. The ideal candidate will have demonstrable writing and editing skills organizational abilities and an interest in journalism/communication.
The student will obtain marketable experience in writing publication-ready news articles and press releases as well as enhanced skills in identifying news preparing for and conducting interviews researching/verifying facts for publication proofreading photography and related skills.
(All students who apply must email 2-3 writing samples to . Links to online articles are acceptable.)
Tasks & Responsibilities:
- Using an Excel spreadsheet to track the status of student OWU Connection experiences and the status of reflection requests.
- Researching and writing Q&A and other news articles about Ohio Wesleyan students and faculty and possibly press releases about visiting lecturers and upcoming events.
- Attending OWU events as a campus reporter conducting interviews generating online news articles and possibly taking photos/videos.
- Proofreading and fact-checking information prior to publication.
Qualifications:
- Strong writing and grammar abilities.
- Good organizational skills to track what OWU Connection stories are possible and which students may be available to share reflections.
- Awareness of/basic knowledge of Associated Press Style. (Helpful but not required.)
Potential Future Career Benefit:
- This internship will be beneficial for anyone interested in a communications field from journalism to public/media relationsto marketing.
- The intern will gain useful interviewing writing and editing experience.
NOTE: Employment sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
Application Instructions:
Complete the ADP application by selecting Apply button and answer all questions.
Supervisor: Cole Hatcher
Commitment: 6 hours per week
Compensation: $11.00 per hour
Academic Year: Fall 2026 Spring 2027
Required Experience:
Intern
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Recognized in "Colleges That Change Lives," Ohio Wesleyan was founded in 1842 with a commitment to liberal arts education, diversity, and service. Students come from across the US and more than 25 countries. Every student has guaranteed opportunities for mentored research, travel, and ... View more
