Communications Student Assistant

The Ohio State University, Main Campus

. Write web stories independently or collaboratively on environmental and Great Lakes-related topics .

Posted 10/6/2026part-timeRemote • Ohio • United StatesEntry LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong writing and communication skills in creating educational and promotional content related to environmental topics. Proficient in collaborating with design teams and managing media contacts to enhance outreach and engagement.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Science CommunicationsEnvironmental ScienceContent DevelopmentSocial Media ManagementCollaborative Writing

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Hard Skills

WritingContent CreationVideo Script DevelopmentBrochure DevelopmentFact Sheet CreationNews Release WritingEmail MarketingPublication LayoutOutreach Publication DevelopmentResearch Highlighting

Soft Skills

CollaborationCreativityAttention to DetailCommunication

Industry Keywords

Great LakesHarmful Algal BloomsWetlandsAquaculturePharmaceuticals in WaterPublic RelationsMarketing MaterialsEnvironmental Topics

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Write web stories independently or collaboratively on environmental and Great Lakes-related topics
Assist with promotional emails, publications, and marketing materials to recruit students for Stone Lab courses
Develop educational content for outreach displays on harmful algal blooms, wetlands, aquaculture, and pharmaceuticals in water
Collaborate with graphic designers on publication layouts and visual communications materials
Write news releases highlighting program research, events, and achievements
Create short video scripts for researcher spotlight and YouTube summary videos
Develop brochures, fact sheets, posters, and other outreach publications
Craft social media content showcasing research, education, and community impact
Maintain media contact lists and publication databases

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current student interested in science communications, journalism, marketing, environmental science, or public relations
Resume required
Cover letter required
Three writing samples required
Final candidates subject to successful completion of a background check
A drug screen or physical may be required during the post-offer process

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to build an impressive professional portfolio
Real-world experience in science communications, journalism, marketing, environmental science, or public relations
Opportunity to work alongside communicators, researchers, educators, and designers
Produce a diverse range of professional work samples
Expanded portfolio demonstrating writing for multiple platforms and audiences