Student Employment : Career Development Graduate Assistant – Marketing & Communications - Fall 2026

Career Development Graduate Assistant – Marketing & CommunicationsSupport the promotion of career development programs, resources, events, and student success initiatives through strategic marketing and communication efforts.

Responsibilities may include:Creating and scheduling content across social media platforms such as LinkedIn, Instagram, and other university-approved channelsDeveloping and implementing marketing campaigns that increase student awareness and engagement with career resources, programs, and experiential learning opportunitiesDesigning digital and print promotional materials including flyers, presentations, newsletters, and event marketing assetsWriting compelling content for emails, social media posts, website updates, and other communication channelsCollaborating with staff to develop communication strategies that support departmental goals and student engagement initiativesTracking, analyzing, and reporting on marketing and engagement metrics to evaluate campaign effectivenessAssisting with content planning and maintaining a marketing calendar for career-related programs and eventsCollecting and highlighting student, alumni, employer, and faculty success stories to showcase the impact of career development initiativesSupporting website content updates and ensuring information is current, accurate, and student-friendlyConducting research on communication trends, student engagement strategies, and best practices in higher education marketingAssisting with branding efforts to ensure consistency across departmental communications and promotional materialsSupporting photography, videography, and multimedia content creation for events, workshops, and career fairs as neededCareer-Oriented AdvisingSupport undergraduate students and alumni in developing career readiness skills through individual advising and coaching.Reviewing and providing feedback on résumés, cover letters, and other application materialsAssisting students with job and internship search strategiesConducting mock interviews and providing feedback on interview performanceTeaching networking strategies and professional communication practicesGuiding students in identifying experiential learning opportunities aligned with their career goalsSupporting drop-in advising hours and scheduled appointmentsCareer Lab Operations SupportGreeting and assisting walk-in visitors in a welcoming and professional mannerResponding to student and alumni inquiries via email, phone, or in-personSupporting the coordination and execution of career workshops, employer visits, career fairs, and campus eventsMaintaining an organized and student-friendly workspace within the Career LabAssisting with resource development and career education materialsCollaborating with campus partners to support student engagement initiativesRequired QualificationsCurrent enrollment in a graduate degree program at Quinnipiac UniversityStrong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skillsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlinesProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and common digital communication toolsAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively with a teamPreferred QualificationsExperience managing social media accounts for an organization, department, student group, or businessExperience creating marketing, communication, or promotional materials using platforms such as Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar toolsKnowledge of social media analytics, digital marketing strategies, or audience engagement techniquesExperience with content creation including writing, photography, videography, or graphic designExperience working in higher education, student affairs, communications, marketing, public relations, or a related fieldHours of Position: Up to 15 hours per week during the academic year. Candidates must be available during daytime hours. Some evening or weekend hours may be required to support programming and events.Required Documents for Application: Resume, ApplicationInstructions to Applicants: Click Apply at the top of the page. Complete the required application.