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Communications Assistant
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Job ID 75360
Job Funding Source Work-Study
Employer Phillip J. Bowman Center for Scholarship to Practice
Category Professional/Administrative
Job Description

The U-M Inclusive History Project (IHP) is hiring one communications assistant to support IHP activities. The communications assistant will focus on supporting marketing and communication efforts and will work closely with Megha Krishnan, IHP Communications Lead.

 

The ideal candidate will be able to undertake a variety of event and administrative support tasks and will be open to learning and working as part of a collaborative team. They will be comfortable working with a variety of stakeholders (faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community members), attentive to detail, and creative. In-person work each week is required.

 

This position is for the Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 terms, with the possibility of extension. Work-study students from all schools and majors are encouraged to apply. Please send a resume and a cover letter that addresses your interest in the role and relevant experience to Mira Shetty at mtshetty@umich.edu by Friday, July 10 at 5:00pm.

 

The IHP is also hiring two program assistant roles. If you are interested in both roles, please send a separate resume and cover letter to be considered.

 

Responsibilities of the communications assistant will include:

  • Helping develop and maintain social media accounts and campaigns 

  • Contributing to the production of IHP promotional materials

  • Drafting website updates

  • Assisting with in-person and virtual IHP events and activities 

  • Assisting with other administrative and event tasks as needed 

Educational Value
  • Increased knowledge creating inclusive spaces for multiple publics to come together to learn and engage

  • Experience working within a professional office environment

  • Improved writing and editing skills

  • Increased knowledge of communication strategizing and project coordination

  • Hands-on experience in social media marketing

  • Opportunity to contribute to real projects and see your work in action

Job Requirements

Desired: 

  • Proficiency in Google Workspace, including Google Calendar

  • Strong written communication skills

  • Interest in inclusive history, knowledge production, systems of power, and forms of resistance

  • Graphic design skills are a plus but not required

Hourly Rate $18.00/hour
Hours 7.0 to 10.0 hours per week
Time Frame Fall/Winter
Start Date Friday, September 4, 2026
End Date May 2027 with potential for extension
Primary Contact Mira Shetty
Primary Contact's Email mtshetty@umich.edu
Supervisor Megha Krishnan
Work Location Partial remote
Phone N/A
Fax N/A