<p>Student Worker - Reporting & Writing Intern</p> <p>Number of Openings: 1</p> <p>Purpose/Objective of the Role:</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>(All students who apply must email 2-3 writing samples to cehatche@owu.edu. Links to online articles are acceptable.)</p> <p>Tasks & Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Using an Excel spreadsheet to track the status of student OWU Connection experiences and the status of reflection requests. </li><li>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. </li><li>Attending OWU events as a campus reporter - conducting interviews, generating online news articles, and, possibly, taking photos/videos. </li><li>Proofreading and fact-checking information prior to publication. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Strong writing and grammar abilities. </li><li>Good organizational skills to track what OWU Connection stories are possible and which students may be available to share reflections. </li><li>Awareness of/basic knowledge of Associated Press Style. (Helpful, but not required.) </li></ul> <p>Potential Future Career Benefit:</p> <ul> <li>This internship will be beneficial for anyone interested in a communications field, from journalism to public/media relations to marketing. </li><li>The intern will gain useful interviewing, writing, and editing experience. </li></ul> <p>NOTE: Employment sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.</p> <p>Application Instructions:</p> <p>Complete the ADP application by selecting "Apply" button and answer all questions.</p> <p>Supervisor: Cole Hatcher</p> <p>Commitment: 6 hours per week</p> <p>Compensation: $11.00 per hour</p> <p>Academic Year: Fall 2026 - Spring 2027</p>