Public Relations Assistant - 2026/27

WHAT SHOULD I KNOW BEFORE I APPLY?

Welcome! We’re excited that you’re interested in applying for a position at Lewis & Clark College. Before you get started, here are a few important things to keep in mind:

• Returning Applicants: If you’ve previously been hired for a position at Lewis & Clark College, we’d love to see you back! Please close this window and log into your Workday account using your LC credentials. You can easily apply through the Talent and Performance icon on your home page.

• New Applicants: If you’re applying for the first time, we encourage you to prepare your resume and gather your I-9 documents in advance. This will help streamline your application and hiring process! For more information and resources, please visit our Student Employment Resources.

WHO WOULD I REPORT TO?

WHAT DEPARTMENT IS THIS IN?

WHEN DOES THIS POSITION BEGIN (AND END, IF APPLICABLE?

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JOB PURPOSE:

To support the Office of Communications in the preparation, production, and curation of quality L&C-related news content. Position is remote with Zoom check-ins.

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS GAINED:

• News gathering: Conduct in-person or Zoom interviews, investigate story leads, and verify source information.

• Writing and editing: Draft compelling copy, apply style guidelines, and refine text for clarity.

• Project management: Track your work in Trello, a user-friendly project management tool that's used widely in professional settings.

• Resume material: Gain resume-building experience that employers value, particularly in fields such as journalism, for-profit and nonprofit communications, public relations, marketing, fundraising, and sales.

• By working with our office's professional writers and editors, you will sharpen your communication skills and be better positioned for post-graduation career opportunities. You will also develop projects and materials for your portfolio and learn about the inner workings of a college communications office.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Primary Responsibility:
  - Writing stories for the online newsroom at lclark.edu/news

• Secondary Responsibility:
  - General support for L&C's communications efforts

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Demonstrated interest and ability in writing and journalism, with a strong desire to develop skills in that area toward a possible career in communications, public relations, or related fields.

• Strong writing and editing skills.

• Comfort with interviewing members of the campus community.

• Strong research skills.

• Photography/video skills a plus but not required.

• Ability to work independently with a remote supervisor.

• Reliability.

• Discretion.

• Ability to honor and work with all identities and individuals, particularly those who are underrepresented in the country and/or at Lewis & Clark.

REQUIRED FOR APPLICATION: Cover letter, resume, and TWO writing samples uploaded as additional documents.

SCHEDULE:

• TBD -- Most likely 4-6 hours per week.

RATE OF PAY:

• $16.80 per hour

WORK STUDY REQUIREMENT:

• Federal or L&C Work Study Required.

Career Competencies related to the role include:

• Communication: Clearly and effectively exchange information with others through written, verbal, and non-verbal methods.

• Professionalism: Demonstrate responsibility, dependability, and ethical behavior in the workplace.

• Critical Thinking: Identify and analyze problems, evaluate solutions, and make informed decisions.

Lewis & Clark College adheres to a nondiscriminatory policy with respect to educational programs, activities, employment, and admission.  We do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, sex, religion, age, marital status, national origin, the presence of any physical or sensory disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, and local laws.  The Associate Vice President of Human Resources has been designated to handle inquiries regarding employment- and disability-related non-discrimination policies.  Title IX inquiries may be directed to the Title IX coordinator or deputy Title IX coordinators.

(https://www.lclark.edu/about/title_ix_compliance)

Reasonable Accommodation

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. 

Eligibility to Work
In order to comply with US Homeland Security Department regulations, all employees must complete an I-9 form in Workday prior to or no later than the first day of work and bring originals (no photocopies) of their supporting documentation to Human Resources no later than the 3rd business day of employment. Failure to have a completed I-9 form on file with the College will result in immediate termination of employment.