A Marketing Assistant or Associate coordinates marketing and advertising activities for a company. Works to promote a company image and assists with developing and implementing marketing strategies. Interacts with customers and vendors, selects advertising outlets, organizes materials and logistics for trade events or conferences.
CBWS Northfield Hospital Foundation and Marketing Assistant (WS-NST3)
Classification:
Student Employee (non-exempt)
Name and Address of Employer:
St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057 If the position requires the student to work off campus, provide the name and address here: Northfield Hospital - 2000 North Ave., Northfield, MN, 55057
Department Name:
Community Based Work Study / America Reads Unit Number (5 digits): 10-13001 / 10-13000
Length of Position:
See Employment Authorization Contact Person/Supervisor:
Northfield Hospital +
Clinics Director of Marketing and Executive Director of Northfield Hospital Foundation Wage Range:
$15.50/hour
IMPORTANT
STUDENTS
MUST HAVE A STATE OR FEDERAL WORK AWARD TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THIS POSITION.
Students who are unsure if they have a state or federal work award - please contact finaid@stolaf.edu to find out what type of work award you have. Description of the
Position:
(Purpose of the Position): Northfield Hospital + Clinics is an independent health care organization providing a wide range of healthcare services to patients throughout the Twin Cities south metro and southern Minnesota for over 115 years. Northfield Hospital Foundation is a newly formed organization that supports the work and mission of Northfield Hospital. The foundation's role is to raise awareness about the good work that Northfield Hospital + Clinics does and to support the needs of our patients and staff through donor gifts. This role will primarily support Northfield Hospital Foundation, but there will be opportunities to support Northfield Hospital + Clinics as well. If you are interested in learning more about what it takes to start a small business, gain hands-on experience, and support a nonprofit, come join us as our foundation and marketing assistant. If you are interested in marketing, communications, graphic design, business or event planning and would like to gain experience, you'll want to consider this position.
Transferable Skills:
Writing and editing, database management, research, communication and collaboration, Word and Excel, project management
Duties and Responsibilities:
We are interested in your creativity, ideas and your perspective as a young professional. The following are examples of the duties and responsibilities you may perform in this role. 1. Events. a. Brainstorm ideas b. Help with event planning and day of event. c. Create event timelines. d. Secure vendors. 2. Marketing Help a. Help with monthly newsletters. b. Write stories c. Write social media posts. 3. Database work a. Data entry. b. Data clean up. c. Create invite lists. d. Assist with Bloomerang database software. 4. Research a. Research other foundations b. Research other events. c. Research donors. d. Research grants. 5. Writing a. Letters. b. Donor stories. c. Write grant applications. 6. Meetings a. Attend foundation board meetings. b. Attend meetings as needed. 7. Budget and expenses. 8. Build community awareness for the foundation.
Qualifications:
▪ Current St. Olaf student ▪ Interest in business, marketing, communications, graphic design or interest in event planning preferred. ▪ Skills in Microsoft programs including Word and Excel ▪ Strong verbal and written communication skills ▪ Ability to take ownership of projects, follow instructions, and work independently or with minimal supervision ▪ Solid attention to detail, organizational skills, flexibility and customer service ▪ Learns quickly ▪ Ability to interact well with all kinds of people
Other Requirements:
• All staff and interns are required to provide health screening information that includes TB screen and immunization check. Annual flu vaccine is required. • Background check with fingerprints and photo.
Schedule/Location:
Flexible hybrid schedule. Location would be at Northfield Hospital to begin with, then work a mix of in-person and virtual once skills and work are established.
Hours:
5 - 10 hours a week. This is flexible. We accommodate all school breaks.
Time frame:
Academic year, starting in September 2026.
Updated:
8/17/26 This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.
