Dwight Hall Editorial Writer (Job ID: 36429)

This is a student employment opportunity. Apply at Yale’s Student Employment website.

Dwight Hall’s Communications team is seeking an Editorial Writer to assist with a variety of the Hall’s social justice and public service communications goals. Principal responsibilities will include writing print and web content about Dwight Hall and public service at Yale and in New Haven to be shared with Dwight Hall’s vast student and alumni network. 

Responsibilities include:

– Participate in weekly Communications team brainstorming sessions. 

– Write print and web content as assigned for Dwight Hall’s various publications and website. This will include contributing a minimum of one story per month to Dwight Hall’s Alumni & Friends e-newsletter. The Editorial Writer may assist in other communications projects including writing for the Dwight Hall student magazine and the Dwight Hall Year in Review. 

– Interview students and community leaders to gather information for writing content. 

– Manage web content (including posting stories, opportunities, and events to the Dwight Hall website).  

– Troubleshoot any problems that may arise. 

– Submit weekly reflections and keep Dwight Hall staff informed about program activities and progress. 

Job Requirements: 

– Excellent writing, proofreading, grammar, editing and computer skills. 

– Reliability and attention to detail. 

– Ability to work remotely, nights and weekends if necessary. 

Our ideal candidate will have: 

– Federal Work Study eligibility  

Hours: 3-8/week

Hourly Rate: $17.00/hr