Employment Opportunities
We want you on our team! Complete our Interest Form!!
Are you looking to earn money while learning valuable skills? Need an on-campus job that is not only fun but also a great resume builder? Then Student Publications is the place for you!
Students wishing to join the staff of Student Publications, The Lion’s Roar, and Le Souvenir should complete the Interest Form. Our offices are located in the North Campus Main Building, Rm 154. We can be reached at 985-549-3731.
Although some experience is preferred, it is not required to join the staff. Students may join the staff regardless of their major or area of study. Journalism or communication courses are strongly recommended and would be helpful, but are not required for employment.
Both The Lion’s Roar and Le Souvenir are student-run publications with students in leadership roles directing and managing the day-to-day activities of the publications. Student Staff Reporters produce content for both outlets.
Let us know if you want to join our team by completing our Interest Form. All applicants will complete a full employment application before any student worker position will be offered.
The Office of Student Publications routinely hires students for the following positions:
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- Staff Reporter (news, arts, entertainment, sports, photography, etc.)
- Graphic Design
- Cartoonist
- Web Design
- Social Media
Staff members are expected to attend at least one weekly staff meeting where they are assigned tasks and stories for the upcoming week. Individuals joining the staff in paid positions are considered student workers through the University’s Work-Study program and must complete the appropriate forms. Students have the ability to earn up to 20 hours per week, although individual hours for each student may vary depending on their class schedule, job position, and availability of assignments.
Just looking for experience but already have a job? Non-paid positions as staff contributors are also available. Additionally, graduate assistant and internship positions are available on a limited basis.
