Communications & Outreach Student Assistant (Seattle)

The Position

Job Title: Communications & Outreach Student Assistant

Location/Department: Seattle – Health Sciences Library, NNLM Region 5

Rate: $21.30/hr

Hours: 15; Monday-Friday, timing is flexible

Positions available: 1

Date posted: June 24, 2026

Closing date: July 8, 2026

Start date: As soon as possible

End date: April 30, 2027

Duties

• Assist with the planning, creation, scheduling, and evaluation of social media content to support organizational outreach and engagement goals.
• Contribute to organizational blog content by researching, drafting, editing, and publishing articles, recurring columns, and special content series.
• Maintain and update member and stakeholder records to ensure accurate organizational data and communications.
• Support organizational transition and special projects by documenting processes, organizing materials, and assisting with operational tasks as assigned.
• Analyze program impact data and assist with the preparation of reports, dashboards, and visualizations that demonstrate organizational outcomes.
• Conduct background research to support grant proposals, funding opportunities, presentations, and program development efforts.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute ideas to support health information outreach, education, and engagement initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Current undergraduate or graduate student enrolled in a degree program related to library and information science, public health, communications, marketing, data science, or a related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and management

Desired Qualifications

• Interest in health information, health literacy, libraries, public health, community engagement, or nonprofit work.
• Ability to conduct basic research, gather information from multiple sources, and synthesize findings.

Additional Details

The purpose of this position is to support health information outreach and program operations through communications, research, data analysis, and special projects while gaining valuable professional experience in a nonprofit academic environment.

How to Apply

Please name your file using the following format: LastName_FirstName.docx/pdf
• Resumé

Upload your resume to the form above with your student NetID.

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Equal opportunity and accommodation information

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected].