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University of Virginia

Federal Work Study - CIC Communications Assistant (Student Wage)

Salary$15/hr
LocationCharlottesville, VA
Work modehybrid
Typepart-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 7, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have12
Curiosity/interest in learning
Interest in working with others and teams
Interest in marketing (social media, email newsletters, website management)
Interest in event planning and coordination
Interest in small business and entrepreneurship
Interest in helping individuals from low-income backgrounds
Strong communication skills
Strong writing skills, interest in grant writing
Strong technology skills (G Suite, Microsoft Office, Canva)
Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
Current undergrad UVA student
Experience: None
Eligibility2
Federal work-study eligibility required
Resume and Cover Letter required
Skills
Canva
Adobe Suite
G Suite
Microsoft Office
**Federal work-study eligible student only**
About the role
In partnership with Student Financial Services Community Investment Collaborative (CIC) is recruiting for a federal work study eligible candidate to fill the position of Communications Assistant. This position will be located at 300 Preston Ave #206, Charlottesville, VA 22902.
For further consideration a candidate must be receiving federal work study funding.
Organization Description:
The Community Investment Collaborative (CIC) is a nonprofit
organization that specializes in micro-enterprise development and offers micro-financing and business training to small and micro-enterprises in Charlottesville and the surrounding counties. CIC’s mission is to strengthen the community and contribute to economic development by fueling the success of under-resourced entrepreneurs through education, financing, mentoring, and networking. CIC leverages community
resources to provide capital and education to entrepreneurs who have
difficulty accessing funding from traditional sources and who seek an
educational support system that is relevant to their business needs.
CIC accomplishes this by providing loans and advisory support to
existing and aspiring entrepreneurs in the form of business training,
one-on-one mentoring, and networking events. By supporting small
business growth and expansion, CIC helps to create jobs and strengthen the local economy and community.
Overview of Opportunity:
CIC is looking for a student to join its team as a Communications Assistant. Working at CIC is a unique opportunity for students to be fully involved in a local and diverse organization. Interns will gain hands-on experience in developing marketing materials,
managing the website and social media, creating program literature,
evaluating the success metrics of the organization’s programs and
communications outreach, and researching organizational fundraising opportunities. They can be assured of having a meaningful impact on the growth and development of a local community organization that supports small businesses.
Professional Development:
The Communications Assistant will experience the organic process of entrepreneurship not only through projects assigned but also through the stories and daily realities of CIC clients as they launch and grow their businesses. CIC maintains intimate relationships with its entrepreneur clients in order to ensure full support. Therefore, it will similarly have strong connections with the struggles and triumphs of business. Students will learn the art of communication through CIC’s education programs and stakeholder engagement, including writing, storytelling, interviewing, designing marketing materials (Canva, Adobe Suite, etc.), and adapting messages for different audiences. They will also gain a foundation in business through training courses and hands-on client work, such as successful fundraising strategies, community impact measurement, researching businesses, and collecting information. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to explore other areas of CIC and broaden their skills beyond communications.
Students will hone their communication skills through CIC’s educational programs and stakeholder engagement and expand their knowledge of business throughout their internship.
Qualifications:
•
Curiosity/interest in learning
•
Interest in working with others and teams
•
Interest in marketing (social media, email newsletters, website management)
•
Interest in event planning and coordination
•
Interest in small business and entrepreneurship
•
Interest in helping individuals from low-income backgrounds
•
Strong communication skills
•
Strong writing skills, interest in grant writing
•
Strong technology skills (G Suite, Microsoft Office, Canva)
•
Ability to manage multiple projects at one time Schedule:
The Communications Assistant will collaborate with the Development and Communications Manager and the Chief Operating Officer will establish a mutually agreeable, required, and consistent schedule of 8hrs/wk. We request that the student work in the office at least 1 day per week.
All interested work study eligible students should submit a resume and cover letter in Workday.
The Communications Assistant position will be paid at $15.00 per hour with a maximum of 10 hours per week. This position is a hybrid position with 1 day per week required on site.
Position begins September 21, 2026 (or later) and ends May 14, 2027.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Resume and Cover Letter required.
Education: Current undergrad UVA student. Federal work-study eligibility required.
Experience: None
Licensure: None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend shifts, meetings, and programs.
Legal
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
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