We are delighted to announce we are recruiting for our Flagship SMaRteN Student Media Team for 2020/21...
Have you ever wondered why more and more students drop out of university each year? Or what research can tell us about the factors that affect student mental health?
SMaRteN, a national research network funded by UK Research and Innovation that focuses on student mental health in higher education, is looking for undergraduates and early career researchers to join our flagship Student Media Team. The team will run remotely for the academic year 2020/21.
Successful applicants will be required to interview a mental health expert online on topical issues affecting students today, from loneliness, bereavement and sexuality to identity and belonging. The choice is yours. You will also have the opportunity to write for our blog.
What training will I get?
Members will be trained on how to get the most out of their interviews with our experts, and tips on writing engaging blog posts.
This is an opportunity to create networking opportunities and gain skills in media, communications and public engagement.
What roles are available?
We are looking for a small number of students to join our Student Media Team. We also have a vacancy for a Volunteer Student YouTube Editor who will be responsible for working with the SMaRteN team to create and edit content. This position will rotate on a termly basis.
What is the time commitment?
Members of the Student Media Team can expect to devote 3 to 5 hours of their time per term. Team members will be expected to interview at least one expert per term.
Will I be paid?
Members will be paid £50 per interview.
Do I need to be studying a mental health related subject in order to apply?
We are looking for students from across different academic disciplines. We don’t mind if you’re studying Zoology or English, what we require are applicants who have a genuine interest in mental health and will be comfortable putting interesting questions to the experts!
When is the deadline?
The deadline is 5pm on October 23rd.
How do I apply?
Applicants will be required to submit a short video (no more than four minutes) answering these three questions:
To apply please click here
When will I know if my application has been successful?
Successful applicants will be informed by the first week of November. Successful applicants will be required to attend a compulsory two hour virtual training session to be held on November 11th from 3pm -5pm.
Have you ever wondered why more and more students drop out of university each year? Or what research can tell us about the factors that affect student mental health?
SMaRteN, a national research network funded by UK Research and Innovation that focuses on student mental health in higher education, is looking for undergraduates and early career researchers to join our flagship Student Media Team. The team will run remotely for the academic year 2020/21.
Successful applicants will be required to interview a mental health expert online on topical issues affecting students today, from loneliness, bereavement and sexuality to identity and belonging. The choice is yours. You will also have the opportunity to write for our blog.
What training will I get?
Members will be trained on how to get the most out of their interviews with our experts, and tips on writing engaging blog posts.
This is an opportunity to create networking opportunities and gain skills in media, communications and public engagement.
What roles are available?
We are looking for a small number of students to join our Student Media Team. We also have a vacancy for a Volunteer Student YouTube Editor who will be responsible for working with the SMaRteN team to create and edit content. This position will rotate on a termly basis.
What is the time commitment?
Members of the Student Media Team can expect to devote 3 to 5 hours of their time per term. Team members will be expected to interview at least one expert per term.
Will I be paid?
Members will be paid £50 per interview.
Do I need to be studying a mental health related subject in order to apply?
We are looking for students from across different academic disciplines. We don’t mind if you’re studying Zoology or English, what we require are applicants who have a genuine interest in mental health and will be comfortable putting interesting questions to the experts!
When is the deadline?
The deadline is 5pm on October 23rd.
How do I apply?
Applicants will be required to submit a short video (no more than four minutes) answering these three questions:
- Why are you interested in the position?
- Do you have any prior experience of interviewing or blogging?
- Provide at least one example of how you’ve used your network to raise awareness of an important issue.
To apply please click here
When will I know if my application has been successful?
Successful applicants will be informed by the first week of November. Successful applicants will be required to attend a compulsory two hour virtual training session to be held on November 11th from 3pm -5pm.