Dakota Student Writer
University of North Dakota

Job Info

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Salary/Position Classification

• $12.50 Hourly, Non-Exempt
• 5-10 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work Availability: No
• Hybrid Work Availability: Yes

Purpose of Position

This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Interview people by phone or in person
• Record notes in shorthand or on tape and write stories up on the computer
• Developing new sources, gathering news, writing accurate and interesting news stories
• Attend press launches, courts, council meetings, and other events as assigned by Editors
• Work under strict deadlines, keeping stories balanced, fair, and lawful
• Be available at odd times throughout your day (to cover various stories)
• Have solid knowledge of AP style, grammar, and spelling

Learning Outcomes

As a result of working in this position, the staff member will gain the following skills:

• Communication
• Intercultural Perspectives
• Learning and Application
• Leadership

Minimum Requirements

• Be available for the possibility of weekly meetings
• Work well under pressure
• Organized
• Enrolled in a minimum of 1 credit for the employed academic semester

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:
* Resume

Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.

Career Services is here to help students looking for student employment positions at UND by offering individual sessions that include: resume, cover letter reviews, and interview preparation. Please schedule an appointment through Hawk Central or email us at und.careerservices@und.edu.

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