Athletics Marketing and Communications Assistant

Athletics Marketing and Communications Assistant
Job ID: 498148

Location: Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States

Employment Types: Federal Work Study Student, Institutional Student

Closing date: July 31 2026

Salary/Position Classification

$14.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)

15-20 hours per week

100% Remote Work Availability: No

Hybrid Work Availability (requires some time on campus): No

Purpose of Position
This is a part-time, non-benefited position. Only UND students are eligible to be hired in this position.

The Marketing and Communications department serves as the backdrop and face of Fighting Hawks Athletics. Our commitment to our fans:

Provide exceptional customer service to all fans by listening, responding and being proactive

Create an engaging and memorable atmosphere for fans of all ages

Develop, promote and implement ideas to generate revenue and increase fan base and fan engagement. Embracing new ideas and feedback

Maintain a positive outlook, approachable body language and a happy demeanor.

Federal Work Study and non-work study applicant’s welcome.

Federal Work Study Compensation: $14/Hour. The compensation amount for non-work study is dependent on length of position (full year or one semester), budgets, and gameday assistant vs. marketing assistant.

Duties & Responsibilities
There are two options within our internship. One option, our marketing assistant offers the opportunity to have hands‑on experience behind the scenes (in the office) and on gamedays. The second option, the Gameday Assistant offers hands‑on experience on gamedays only.

MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS [MARCOM] ASSISTANT

All marketing and communications assistants will receive a long‑term project or sport designation. This will be determined prior to the fall season and will be based on seniority, availability and interest. Sport designations and long‑term projects can include being a lead for football, volleyball, soccer, men’s basketball, women’s basketball, hockey, softball, or track and field. Long‑term projects can include NoDak Nation (Email, social media and promotion), Jr. Champions Kids Club (Email, special events, registration, promotion, scheduling), Photo database management (Influencer and Canto).

Work with sport supervisor to lead game presentation efforts for assigned lead sports

Assist with social media planning, content creation and postings

Represent UND Athletics at on‑and off‑campus events (UND Pep Rally, Fan Fests, Student Tailgate Pick‑up, etc.)

Conduct market research

Mascot handler for on and off campus events

Proof Reading Media Guides, etc.

Record Management

Creating Photo Albums on the website

Updating student‑athlete bios

Other duties as assigned

Work a minimum of 5 hours in the office each week during Fall semester and a minimum of 3 hours in the office each week in the Spring semester.

GAMEDAY ASSISTANT

Execution of athletic promotions for football, volleyball, soccer, men’s basketball, women’s basketball, hockey, softball and track and field, NoDak Nation and Jr. Champions

Represent UND Athletics at on‑and off‑campus events (UND Pep Rally, Fan Fests, Student Tailgate Pick‑up, etc.)

Other duties as assigned

Live stating and posting on social media during the game

Minimum Requirements

Marketing, communications public relations or advertising major (or related field)

Willingness to learn or current knowledge of Adobe software (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)

Students looking for a career in marketing, live entertainment and/or athletics are highly encouraged to apply.

Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays

Interest and Knowledge of collegiate sports

Strong communication skills (phone, email, etc.)

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Xcel, Word, PowerPoint)

Ability to work ALL home football games (visit Fightinghawks.com for schedule)

If hired as a Marketing Assistant, the ability to cover ALL games for your lead sport

Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment.

To Apply
For full consideration, applications must be received by the closing date and include the following materials:

Resume

Please include in the application if you are currently or have in the past 12 months been employed with the University of North Dakota, the North Dakota University System or any other North Dakota State agency. If so, include which agency/department, as well as how many hours you work a week.

Career Services is here to help students looking for student employment positions at UND by offering individual sessions that include: resume, cover letter reviews, and interview preparation. Please schedule an appointment through Starfish or email us at und.careerservices@und.edu.

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