Working Title: Study Abroad Communications & Marketing Intern (Center for Global Engagement) - IE

State Role Title: Institutional Employment/Federal Work Study

Position Type: Institutional Employment

Position Status: Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt: Eligible for Overtime

College/Division: Center for Global Engagement

Department: 100148 - CGE Administration

Pay Band: 

Pay Rate: Hourly

Specify Range or Amount: $13.75/hour 

Is this a JMU only position? N/A

Is this a grant-funded position? No

Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? N/A

Beginning Review Date: 04/10/2026

About JMU:

Situated in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is a vibrant community with a population of approximately 52,000. Harrisonburg is conveniently located approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA.

JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and supportive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 21,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.

JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts, science and technology, and professional disciplines at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels. JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs, focus on maintaining strong student/faculty interaction, and innovative faculty research.

General Information:

The Communications & Marketing Intern supports the engagement and outreach efforts of the Study Abroad unit within the Center for Global Engagement. This position offers hands-on experience producing digital and print content while working in a collaborative, supportive environment. Content created may be used to build a professional portfolio.

This position may align with internship or elective credit requirements for JMU majors in SMAD, Marketing, or Graphic Design.

The position is for a one-year academic term, beginning Fall 2026 and concluding at the end of the Spring 2027 semester.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Draft and schedule social media content promoting Study Abroad programs and events
• Develop audience-focused communication strategies.
• Design branded graphics for digital and print use.
• Assist with email marketing campaigns.
• Support website updates and content management.
• Create presentations and promotional materials for events.
• Design apparel and promotional items and coordinate ordering processes.
• Represent Study Abroad at events as needed.
• Attend required professional development trainings throughout the academic year.
• Assist with special projects as assigned, under the direction of the Assistant Director of Advising and Student Support.
• Maintain a professional appearance while wearing CGE-issued apparel.

Qualifications:

• Current JMU undergraduate student in communications, graphic design, marketing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite or Canva.
• Availability during standard business hours, with occasional evenings or weekends.
• Experience with Cascade or other website content management systems (CMS) preferred.
• Strong written and visual communication skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Openness to feedback and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Previous JMU study abroad participation preferred.
• Attendance at required professional development trainings throughout the academic year.

Additional Posting Information:

Application Materials:
Submit a resume, cover letter, and 2–3 portfolio samples demonstrating both design and writing skills. Naming conventions for portfolio work are as follows: “last name, first name_portfolio_sample number”
Example: Doe, Jane_Portfolio_1

If you have any questions about this position, please contact Matthew Zittritsch (vsstm2@jmu.edu).


Conditions of Employment:
• Students must be degree-seeking students, enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).
• Students must have a 2.5 or better cumulative GPA.
• E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
• All student employee New Hire paperwork should be completed by the end of the spring 2026 semester. Note: If paperwork is not completed by that deadline, travel to Harrisonburg may be required.

Conditions of Employment:  

Students must be degree-seeking students, enrolled on at least a half-time basis (6 credits for undergraduate and 5 credits for graduate).

E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

EEO Statement:

James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.

We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.

Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you are a student with a disability and need assistance please contact the Office of Disability Services at (540) 568-6705 or disability-svcs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the Office of Disability Services, located in the Student Success Center, Suite 1202 and they will be happy to assist you.