Position Title

Student Communications & Marketing Specialist III_Non FWS

Level of Support

Student Support III

Position Type

Non-FWS

Number of Openings

1

Work Hours

During Standard Business Hours (M-F 8am-5pm)

Wage Per Hour

20

Division/School

Columbian College of Arts and Sciences

Department Name

152501 ADMIN-SCHOOL OF MEDIA & PUBLIC AFFA

Department Bio

The Project for Media and National Security is a non-profit effort seeking to strengthen public knowledge about national security issues, and improve civilian-military relations, primarily through hosting Q&A conversations between journalists and senior defense, intelligence and other national security officials. The events are mostly in-person breakfasts, coffees and dinners, but some are online via Zoom. The Project is best-known for including among its programs the Defense Writers Group.

Position Specific Summary

- Plan and promote conversations between journalists and senior defense, intelligence, and national-security officials - Coordinate event communications and logistics - Maintain accurate contact, event, and financial records - Create and update digital content for the Project’s website, email communications, and social-media channels

Standard Position Description

The student will manage and/or design marketing and communication strategies and content for departments and/or special events. Tasks may include: Planning, creating, managing and executing marketing plans and campaigns, website resources, digital content and design, and/or managing of social media accounts. While completing work with a high degree of discretion, the student will work within organization marketing standards and guidelines. Special projects or other duties may be assigned related to specific departmental needs.

Professional Outcomes

Critical Thinking, Communication, Teamwork, Leadership, Professionalism, Career Development

Required Qualifications

Previous skills, training, or experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Interest in global affairs, global communications and/or journalism is a must. Experience organizing events and managing programs is a plus. Experience using WordPress also is a plus.

Job Open Date

10/01/2026

Job Close Date

10/31/2026

Campus Location

Foggy Bottom

Work Type Designation

Remote/Virtual

Hiring Manager Name

Clara Glaaser

EEO Statement

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action (EEO/AA) employer committed to maintaining a nondiscriminatory, harassment–free, diverse work and education environment. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law in any of its programs, activities, or employment practices. For more information on this policy and its purpose, please read the Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement.

The student employee will

Have access to process or view financial transactions, student records/grades, employee records, medical records, and/or social security numbers. - Background check required., Off-Campus FWS position or a position with an external community partner - May or may not require a background check or work clearances external to GW.

Previous skills, training, or experience required; interest in global affairs, communications, or journalism; experience with WordPress preferred; background check required.

Key Responsibilities

• planning events
• promoting conversations
• creating digital content

Skills & Tools

WordPress, Zoom

Job Details

• Category: Marketing
• Seniority: Entry Level
• Commitment: Part Time
• Workplace: Remote — Washington, District of Columbia, United States
• Salary: USD 41,600 – 41,600 / year
• Languages: English

About George Washington University

A university hosting a project that strengthens public knowledge about national security issues and improves civilian-military relations. — Industry: Education