Communication/Administration Liaison
Role Overview
The University of Illinois Career Center is seeking one talented and motivated student interviewer to contribute to the creation of alumni success stories for our Illini Success website.
This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with alumni, unearth their inspiring stories, and contribute to a platform that celebrates the diverse achievements of our graduates.
The main duties of this position include: 1.
Contact selected alumni to schedule and conduct interviews via Zoom. 2.
Prepare interview questions and conduct thorough, engaging interviews. 3.
Transcribe interviews and craft compelling, well-written stories based on the discussions. 4.
Coordinate with alumni to obtain high-resolution photographs for use alongside their stories. 5.
Collaborate with the Career Center team to ensure stories align with the Illini Success brand and website standards. 6.
Manage multiple interviews and writing tasks to meet project deadlines.
Selected candidates will be expected to participate in mandatory training during the week of November 30, 2026.
Interested candidates should submit a resume and a writing sample (a news or feature story, interview-based profile story, Q&A interview, or similar journalistic writing, including coursework) to the contact's email with the subject line--Student Interviewer Application by Monday, November 12, 2026.
In the email, please also briefly describe your interest in the role and how your skills and experiences make you a suitable candidate.
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Job Description
The University of Illinois Career Center is seeking one talented and motivated student interviewer to contribute to the creation of alumni success stories for our Illini Success website. This position offers a unique opportunity to engage with alumni, unearth their inspiring stories, and contribute to a platform that celebrates the diverse achievements of our graduates. The main duties of this position include: 1. Contact selected alumni to schedule and conduct interviews via Zoom. 2. Prepare interview questions and conduct thorough, engaging interviews. 3. Transcribe interviews and craft compelling, well-written stories based on the discussions. 4. Coordinate with alumni to obtain high-resolution photographs for use alongside their stories. 5. Collaborate with the Career Center team to ensure stories align with the Illini Success brand and website standards. 6. Manage multiple interviews and writing tasks to meet project deadlines. Selected candidates will be expected to participate in mandatory training during the week of November 30, 2026. Interested candidates should submit a resume and a writing sample (a news or feature story, interview-based profile story, Q&A interview, or similar journalistic writing, including coursework) to the contact's email with the subject line--Student Interviewer Application by Monday, November 12, 2026. In the email, please also briefly describe your interest in the role and how your skills and experiences make you a suitable candidate.
Requirements
- Current University of Illinois student in good academic standing. Strong writing and storytelling skills. Basic proficiency with Zoom and transcription tools.
Skills
- Journalism majors are preferred, but students from all majors are encouraged to apply. Experience in conducting interviews and writing articles is highly desirable.
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