Bridgewater Bagel & Coffee

AY25-26 Graduate Assistant - Public Relations, MA

Bridgewater Bagel & Coffee, MA, United States

AY25-26 Graduate Assistant - Public Relations, MA

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

The College of Graduate Studies (COGS) coordinates all of BSU’s Graduate Assistantships. For more information on the program or for the status of your application, please contact:
Cassie Birch
c1birch@bridgew.edu

Position Information

Title

Title AY25-26 Graduate Assistant - Public Relations, MA

Position Description

The Graduate Assistant (GA) will work 20 hours per week and receive up to 24 credits of tuition and student fee waivers: 9 for fall, 9 for spring and 6 for summer.

Primary responsibilities include:

Writing news releases, feature stories, blogs, and other content about the MA in PR program, its students, faculty, advisory board, and industry partners. All content must align with the program’s communication and integrated marketing messages.
Develop and post written, visual, and multimedia content for various platforms and channels, ensuring that the content is engaging and consistent with the program’s branding and communication strategies.
Manage and update the program’s social media accounts by creating and scheduling posts, engaging with followers, and monitoring social media trends to enhance the program’s online presence.
Assist in promoting events related to the MA in PR program by creating promotional materials, managing event listings, and coordinating with event organizers to ensure successful promotion.
Conduct research on industry trends, best practices, and competitor programs to provide insights and recommendations for improving the program’s communication strategies.

Preferred Qualifications

Qualifications

Strong writing and editing skills with experience in creating various types of SM content.
Proficiency in using social media platforms and content management systems and knowledge of graphic design and multimedia tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) is preferred.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Physical Demands

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

EEO Statement

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hourly Rate

Hourly Rate $15

Posting Number

Posting Number Stu05218P

Open Date

Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

The College of Graduate Studies ( COGS ) coordinates all of BSU’s Graduate Assistantships. For more information on the program or for the status of your application, please contact:
Cassie Birch
c1birch@bridgew.edu

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Are you a Bridgewater State University graduate student accepted into a graduate degree program?
- Yes
- No
* Which Graduate program have you been accepted into?
(Open Ended Question)

* Have you held a Graduate Assistantship or Writing Fellowship in the past?
- Yes
- No
* Have you been accepted into a Postbaccalaureate, Accelerated Postbaccalaureate or Certificate program in Accounting, Finance, Instructional Technology, TESOL or Women's and Gender Studies?
- Yes
- No