University Enterprises
Student Assistant- CapRadio- News
University Enterprises, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828
Description
Capital Public Radio (CapRadio) is seeking to hire a bright, dynamic, and motivated student assistant who want to gain hands-on, resume-building experience.
As a News Student Assistant, you will dive into the fast-paced world of journalism, gaining hands-on experience in researching, writing and reporting news stories. You will work closely with our seasoned journalists, assisting in various aspects of the newsroom operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in news gathering, fact-checking and content creation while contributing to meaningful storytelling
Requirements
Conditions of
Employment
This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited, student position. Employment in all positions with University Enterprises, Inc. is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises, Inc. and the employee. This means that either University Enterprises, Inc. or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause.
Depending on the type of position you are applying for, a pre-employment background check consisting of one or more of the following may be conducted: employment history, professional references, criminal check: educational verification (degree, license, or official transcript) or DMV clearance. Applicants will be required to pass required pre-employment checks to the satisfaction of University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) and the hiring Agency or Department.
UEI does not allow students to hold more than one UEI Job at a time, or work in more than one account per pay period. UEI employees who are considering leaving their current UEI Student assistant position for a different UEI student assistant position should inform their supervisor in writing and provide at least a week's notice.
UEI is not a multi-state employer. UEI only employs candidates who live and work in the state of California. If selected for the position you must reside in California and all work must be performed in the state of California throughout the course of employment.
Prerequisites
Must be a college student attending classes during the regular term (Fall, Spring and Winter, if applicable), at one of the accredited colleges or universities on our affiliation list.
To view our current affiliation list please paste the following URL into your browser: http://www.calinterns.org/wp-content/uploads/Affiliation_List.pdf
Students must be enrolled in at least: six-semester units or nine quarter units for undergraduate students; four-semester units or six quarter units for graduate students.
Students declared major must match the major(s) listed in the job posting.
Majors/Fields of Study
Journalism, Communication Studies, or related field
Work Schedule
Flexible workdays and work hours, Monday - Friday, between 8 AM - 5 PM. The final work schedule will be determined by the supervisor.
Additional Work Schedule
Student Assistant and Graduate Assistant employees generally work up to 24 hours per workweek (Sunday - Saturday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per workweek during breaks; (winter, spring, and summer).
Minimum Qualifications
Interested in pursuing a career in journalism (preferred).Strong writing and communication skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Excellent research and critical thinking skills.Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.Familiarity with Associated Press (AP) style and journalistic principles.Passion for current events and news media.Preferred Qualifications
Interest in pursuing a career in journalism.Previous experience with writing or reporting.Duties and Responsibilities
Research and gather information on assigned topics of news events.Assist in writing news articles, summaries and reports.Conduct interviews and gather quotes from sources.Fact-check information to ensure accuracy and credibility.Collaborate with editors and reporters to refine content and meet deadlines.Monitor news sources and social media for relevant stories and updates.Assist with administrative and organizational tasks as needed.
Physical Requirements
Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computer workstations, telephones, calculators, copiers, printers, and scanners with or without reasonable accommodation.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office environment.
Application Instructions
Please complete all fields of the employment application. Include your educational history in the "Educational Experience" section and any employment history in the "Employment Experience" section of our application.
In addition to your resume, please upload:
Examples of your writing and content creation . (required)
Apply by: September 20, 2024
Capital Public Radio (CapRadio) is seeking to hire a bright, dynamic, and motivated student assistant who want to gain hands-on, resume-building experience.
As a News Student Assistant, you will dive into the fast-paced world of journalism, gaining hands-on experience in researching, writing and reporting news stories. You will work closely with our seasoned journalists, assisting in various aspects of the newsroom operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in news gathering, fact-checking and content creation while contributing to meaningful storytelling
Requirements
Conditions of
Employment
This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited, student position. Employment in all positions with University Enterprises, Inc. is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises, Inc. and the employee. This means that either University Enterprises, Inc. or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause.
Depending on the type of position you are applying for, a pre-employment background check consisting of one or more of the following may be conducted: employment history, professional references, criminal check: educational verification (degree, license, or official transcript) or DMV clearance. Applicants will be required to pass required pre-employment checks to the satisfaction of University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) and the hiring Agency or Department.
UEI does not allow students to hold more than one UEI Job at a time, or work in more than one account per pay period. UEI employees who are considering leaving their current UEI Student assistant position for a different UEI student assistant position should inform their supervisor in writing and provide at least a week's notice.
UEI is not a multi-state employer. UEI only employs candidates who live and work in the state of California. If selected for the position you must reside in California and all work must be performed in the state of California throughout the course of employment.
Prerequisites
Must be a college student attending classes during the regular term (Fall, Spring and Winter, if applicable), at one of the accredited colleges or universities on our affiliation list.
To view our current affiliation list please paste the following URL into your browser: http://www.calinterns.org/wp-content/uploads/Affiliation_List.pdf
Students must be enrolled in at least: six-semester units or nine quarter units for undergraduate students; four-semester units or six quarter units for graduate students.
Students declared major must match the major(s) listed in the job posting.
Majors/Fields of Study
Journalism, Communication Studies, or related field
Work Schedule
Flexible workdays and work hours, Monday - Friday, between 8 AM - 5 PM. The final work schedule will be determined by the supervisor.
Additional Work Schedule
Student Assistant and Graduate Assistant employees generally work up to 24 hours per workweek (Sunday - Saturday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per workweek during breaks; (winter, spring, and summer).
Minimum Qualifications
Interested in pursuing a career in journalism (preferred).Strong writing and communication skills.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Excellent research and critical thinking skills.Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.Familiarity with Associated Press (AP) style and journalistic principles.Passion for current events and news media.Preferred Qualifications
Interest in pursuing a career in journalism.Previous experience with writing or reporting.Duties and Responsibilities
Research and gather information on assigned topics of news events.Assist in writing news articles, summaries and reports.Conduct interviews and gather quotes from sources.Fact-check information to ensure accuracy and credibility.Collaborate with editors and reporters to refine content and meet deadlines.Monitor news sources and social media for relevant stories and updates.Assist with administrative and organizational tasks as needed.
Physical Requirements
Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range; verbal communication; use of office equipment including computer workstations, telephones, calculators, copiers, printers, and scanners with or without reasonable accommodation.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office environment.
Application Instructions
Please complete all fields of the employment application. Include your educational history in the "Educational Experience" section and any employment history in the "Employment Experience" section of our application.
In addition to your resume, please upload:
Examples of your writing and content creation . (required)
Apply by: September 20, 2024