Communication & Engagement Intern

The Communication & Engagement Intern (CEI) works to create socially just and engaged communities that support a sense of belonging and social well-being. This position works in Bailey, Comstock, Radius, and Yudof.

The CEI needs to be dedicated to fostering socially just communities and they must also be approachable, organized, willing to learn, and capable of working both independently and as part of a team. Specific responsibilities are related to all aspects of community development and providing administrative support to the building.

Benefits

$12 per hour
15-20 hours per week
Work-Study positions available

Position Details

Community Development

Philosophical Approach

Demonstrate active engagement of Housing & Residential Life’s four core tenets of a socially just community through implementation of all community development initiatives.
Demonstrate utilization of a growth mindset and a strengths-centered approach in the implementation of all community development activities.

Program Management

Garner excitement and engage students and building staff in the Curriculum through the Residence Hall/Apartment Student Groups process to increase the number and quality of groups.
Manage Residence Hall/Apartment Student Groups process including marketing, administration, and student support.
Provide leadership and coordinate Groups Kick-Off events each semester.

Marketing/Communication

Develop and execute an inclusive and socially just Groups marketing campaign.
Lead messaging initiatives within residential communities including; billboards in common areas, etc.
Engage with residents virtually by participating in university, departmental, building, and community-wide social media initiatives including digital signage and community newsletters.

Administrative Support

Required Qualifications

Creative, self-motivated, detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable with ambiguity
Proficient in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Able to work effectively, positively, and in support of all populations including those outlined in the University of Minnesota’s Equal Opportunity Statement (race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression)
Attendance at weekly evening staff meetings (Tuesdays 7 - 9 pm) and periodic training sessions.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
Successfully pass background check

Preferred Qualifications

How to Apply

Now hiring! We currently have openings in Bailey, Comstock, and Yudof. There are no living requirements or housing stipends for these positions. The priority deadline for application and resume submissions is May 3 at 4 pm. Applications accepted until all positions are filled.

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Staff Safety

Following University Sunrise Plan and public health guidance, we are working to support our staff so they can work as safely as possible while maintaining protective measures to slow the spread of COVID-19.

Staff will be required to wear face coverings (provided if needed), hand sanitizer and cleaning supplies will be provided in workspaces, enhanced cleaning and disinfecting will be conducted in high-touch areas, and staff should conduct self-checks for fever prior to each shift and report any illness to their supervisor.