Part-Time Student-Communications-Dubuque IA

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Date: Apr 16, 2024

Location: Dubuque, Iowa, US, 52001

Company: John Deere

There are over 7 billion people on this planet. And by 2050, there will be 2 billion more... many moving into urban centers at an unprecedented rate. Making sure there is enough food, fiber and infrastructure for our rapidly growing world is what we're all about at John Deere. And it's why we're investing in our people and our technology like never before! Here the world's brightest minds are tackling the world's biggest challenges. If you believe one person can make the world a better place, we'll put you to work. RIGHT NOW.

 

John Deere is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

 

Primary Location: United States (US) - Iowa  - Dubuque  
Function: Communication
Title: Part-Time Student-Communications-Dubuque IA - 106919 
Onsite/Remote:Onsite Position

 

Note: Relocation assistance is not provided.

 

The Part-Time Student Program is primarily designed to augment the Company’s regular full-time staff and is for students who work in parallel to their school schedule YEAR-ROUND.

Your Responsibilities

 

As a Part-Time Student-Communications for John Deere Dubuque Works, located in Dubuque, IA, you will use various communication media to share business-related information with appropriate internal audiences, work to ensure that employees are aware of, understand, and know the impact of the information. In addition, you will: 

 

  • Adapt communications for internal employee and virtual audiences by developing and producing short videos.

  • Create visually engaging graphics for digital signage.

  • Research, write, and edit communication materials for use in various media.

  • Provide communications support to departments, groups, and managers to assist in identifying communication needs and messages, and to develop appropriate communication plans.

  • Engage with tour visitors to gather feedback for internal audiences.

 

This position is not available to students on immigration visas.

What Skills You Need

  • Ideally you will be pursuing a degree in communications, marketing/advertising, business, graphic design, or video editing; others may apply.
  • Must be registered as a full-time student at a local accredited college/university.
  • Graduation date of December 2025 or later.
  • Cumulative GPA of 2.8 or above.
  • Available to work during the academic year 16-20 hours/weekly.
  • Available to work during the summer semester 35-40 hours/weekly.
  • Must be able to commute to the work location in Dubuque, Iowa, on a daily basis year-round.
  • Experience with photo and video editing software.

What Makes You Stand Out

 

  • Experience with digital technology and editing software packages (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite).

  • Proven ability to create, edit, and assemble communications and recorded footage into a finished project that matches vision and is suitable for broadcasting.
  • Knowledge of layout/design for both print publications and online.
  • Understanding of photography and photo editing.
  • Ability to use standard desktop load applications such as Microsoft Office plus intranet and internet functions.

  • Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with ability to find stories and turn them into short videos. 

At John Deere, you are empowered to create a career that will take you to where you want to go while working in an inclusive team environment. Here, you'll enjoy the freedom to explore new projects, the support to think outside the box and the advanced tools and technology that foster innovation and achievement. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive reward package to help you get started on your new career path, including:

  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Highly competitive base pay and performance bonuses
  • Savings & Retirement benefits (401K and Defined Benefit Pension)
  • Healthcare benefits with a generous company contribution in the Health Savings Account
  • Adoption assistance
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Tuition assistance
  • Fitness subsidies and on-site gyms at specific Deere locations
  • Charitable contribution match
  • Employee Purchase Plan & numerous discount programs for personal use

 

Follow this link to learn more about our Total Rewards Package https://bit.ly/3XCd8fL 

 

The information contained herein is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and qualifications required of individuals performing the job. The qualifications detailed in this job description are not considered the minimum requirements necessary to perform the job, but rather as guidelines.

 

The terms of the applicable benefit plans, and all company actions administering or interpreting these plans, continue to control. Deere & Company reserves the right to suspend, amend, modify, or terminate the Plan(s) in any manner at any time, including the right to modify or eliminate any cost-sharing between the company and participants. Changes, which can be made at any time, are made by action of the company's board of directors, or to the extent authorized by resolution of its board of directors, or by the Deere & Company Compensation Committee. In the event of a conflict between the language of the official Plan Documents and this document, the language of the official Plan Documents will control.

 

 

ACA Section 1557 Nondiscrimination Notice

The John Deere Health Benefit Plans for Salaried Employees and The John Deere Benefit Plan for Wage Employees comply with applicable Federal civil rights laws and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.


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