Student - Reading Partners Communications and Engagement Assistant (Work Study Only)

Southern New Hampshire University is a team of innovators. World changers. Individuals who believe in progress with purpose. Since 1932, our people-centered strategy has defined us - and helped us grow a team that now serves over 180,000 learners worldwide.

Our mission to transform lives is made possible by talented people who bring diverse industry experience, backgrounds and skills to the university. And today, we're ready to expand our reach. All we need is you.

The opportunity

At SNHU, you'll have the option to work remotely in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.

Southern New Hampshire is seeking a student employee to fill the role of Communications and Engagement Assistant for our partner organization Reading Partners. The Reading Partners program is a proven, evidence-based national model leveraged to support students who have fallen behind in reading. This position will play a crucial role in helping Reading Partners share compelling stories, engage local communities, and amplify our impact.

Job Responsibilities:

Marketing & Communications (40%)

• Draft, schedule, and publish region-specific social media posts
• Capture and curate photos, videos, and stories (if local to a region)
• Create simple graphics and visuals to support campaigns, newsletters, and events

Development (30%)

• Conduct research on prospective funders and grant opportunities
• Support Salesforce data entry and maintenance related to donor engagement
• Assist with donor stewardship (i.e., thank you notes)

Community Engagement (30%)

• Support tutor orientation and other tutor engagement opportunities, including but not limited to coordinating logistics, communications, and gathering required materials
• Provide backend support in Salesforce for volunteer tracking and communications

Additional strategic support as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current enrollment in classes as part of a SNHU degree program
• Work study part of financial aid package
• Students with work study may be prioritized
• Interest in nonprofit communications, community engagement, and/or development/fundraising (including prospect research)
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Detail-oriented and organized with consistent follow-through
• Experience with social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok
• Strong design skills (on platforms like Canva) would be a plus
• Salesforce experience

Requirements for Remote Work:

• Have reliable connectivity to WiFi and access to a computer or laptop
• Be comfortable using virtual collaboration platforms (e.g., Zoom, Google Workspace, etc.) and actively participating in virtual team and project meetings

Learning Outcomes:

• Gain a deeper understanding of cross-functional collaboration within a nonprofit context
• Be exposed to various aspects of community engagement, development/fundraising, and nonprofit marketing and digital communications

Work Schedule:

• 15-20 hours per week
• Anticipated Start Date: October 15, 2025
• Anticipated End Date: May 15, 2025

We believe real innovation comes from inclusion - where different experiences, perspectives and talents are celebrated. So if you're wondering whether SNHU is right for you, take the leap and apply. You might be just the person we're looking for.

Compensation