Student Worker - Editing and Publishing 2026-2027

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Position Information

Requisition Number Stu695P Position Type Student Worker Department Department of Student Workers Job Title Student Worker - Editing and Publishing 2026-2027 Classification Student Worker Pay Rate Starting rate $11.00/hr

Position Summary Information

Hours per week 10 hrs/week Days Worked Mon-Fri and some weekends Hours/Shift worked Flexible

Posting Detail Information

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Engage for Change and Made in Millersville Journals are seeking a student to join the editorial team and experience all aspects of running a digital journal in a collaborative team environment.

Required Qualifications

• Sophomores, juniors, or seniors interested in publishing, editing, and marketing a digital journal
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Computer skills (Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.)
• Evidence of efficient project and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to meet goals and deadlines
• Ability to multi-task
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Must complete 3 required clearances (PA Criminal Background, Child Abuse History, and FBI Fingerprints).

Preferred Qualifications

• Creative, open-minded, and flexible
• Willingness to learn new skills and new technologies to contribute to the journals
• Willingness to take risks and experiment

Job Duties

• Edit author's articles submitted to the journal
• Take on a specialty role (marketing for the journal, outreach, web design, project manager for authors)
• Contribute to journal's growth
• Work approximately 10 hours/wk.
• Have the opportunity to intern/work for two journals, one in the fall semester and one in the spring semester

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Be able to sit and use a computer for the length of shift

Posting Open Date 03/24/2026 Posting Close Date 08/31/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants

Submit cover letter and resume. Upload your class schedule, which will help us to find a common meeting time and help us assist you with determining the best working hours during your academic and extra-curricular schedule.

Quicklink for Posting/Requisition https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/14625

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Resume
• Class Schedule

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you currently attending Millersville University or will be at the time of employment?

• Yes

• No

• • What is your current major/minor?

(Open Ended Question)

• • When do you anticipate that you will graduate (month/year)?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Are you currently on Millersville University Student Payroll?

• YES - I have another job on campus and am in the student payroll system.

• IN PROCESS - I am in the process of completing new hire paperwork with the Student Payroll Office for another job on campus.

• No.

• • What writing, editing, publishing, or other relevant courses have you taken?

(Open Ended Question)

• • What would you say is the role of an editor?

(Open Ended Question)

• • Why do you think you would be a good editor?

(Open Ended Question)

• • What days/hours are you available to work?

(Open Ended Question)

• • This position requires that you complete three background clearances (PA Criminal Background, Child Abuse History, and FBI Fingerprinting). If you are selected for this position, do you have the three clearances from previous employment or for educational purposes? Or would you need to complete them?

(Open Ended Question)