Marketing & Purchasing Federal Work Study

Position Summary

Franklin University is seeking enthusiastic, reliable, and motivated students to join our Marketing & Purchasing Work-Study Program. Marketing & Purchasing Work Study serves as a valuable extension of the Marketing and Purchasing teams by supporting university events, promotional initiatives, apparel operations, social media activities, and general departmental projects.

This position offers students the opportunity to gain hands-on professional experience while developing valuable skills in communication, teamwork, event support, customer service, marketing, and project coordination. The role is designed to be accessible to students from all academic majors and backgrounds.

Essential Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with the organization, inventory management, distribution, and tracking of university promotional items, apparel, and swag.
• Assist with social media content creation and event coverage.
• Represent Franklin University at campus and community events.
• Support commencement activities, including merchandise and apparel sales.
• Assist with event setup, teardown, and attendee engagement activities.
• Provide administrative and operational support to Marketing and Purchasing projects.
• Participate in outreach efforts that promote university programs, events, and student engagement opportunities.
• Complete special projects and assignments as needed.

Responsibilities may vary throughout the year based on departmental priorities, seasonal initiatives, and event schedules.

Qualifications

• Must be a current Franklin student, and have Federal Work Study eligibility
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, professional, and customer-service oriented.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Comfortable interacting with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to changing priorities.
• Experience with social media platforms is preferred but not required.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Work Study: Up to 20 hours per week. On-campus availability preferred Tuesday through Thursday.
• Flexible scheduling based on student availability and departmental needs.
• Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required to support university events and special programs.
• Physical activities may include lifting, organizing, and transporting promotional materials and event supplies.

About Franklin University

Founded in 1902, Franklin University has built its reputation on removing barriers to higher education for ambitious adults who must balance their educational goals with other commitments. Accredited and nonprofit, Franklin has earned its long-standing reputation as an innovator in online education. The University offers applied, in-demand undergraduate, master’s and doctorate programs that enable adult learners to achieve their educational and professional goals. From entrepreneurs to CEOs, more than 50,000 Franklin alumni can be found around the world contributing to the communities in which they live and work.

Franklin University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Franklin does not discriminate on the basis of age, religion, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, disability, or veteran or military status.

At Franklin University, we embrace diversity and strive to create an environment where students, faculty and staff feel a sense of belonging. We recognize that our collective potential can only be realized when difference is valued, equal access to opportunity is sought, and inclusion is practiced.