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Communications Assistant - Entry-Level

GEM
Virginia, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 9/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/18/2026
We're hiring Communications Assistants to support live events, community outreach initiatives, promotional campaigns, and face-to-face engagement activities. This is a hands-on, entry-level opportunity for someone who wants to develop professional communication skills while working directly with customers and members of the community.

No previous communications, marketing, public relations, or event experience is required. Paid training, hands-on coaching, and ongoing support are provided.

This position is a great fit for recent graduates, college graduates, career changers, customer service professionals, retail and hospitality workers, and individuals looking to begin a career in communications or public engagement.

What You'll Do

  • Communicate directly with customers, community members, and event attendees
  • Represent organizations, campaigns, and community initiatives in a professional manner
  • Provide clear information about programs, services, events, and promotional campaigns
  • Answer questions and help people understand campaign information
  • Support face-to-face communication and community outreach activities
  • Assist with live events, promotional activities, informational booths, and registrations
  • Help create a welcoming and professional experience for members of the public
  • Participate in community events and public engagement initiatives
  • Build positive relationships through effective verbal communication
  • Work with team members to support daily communication and engagement goals
  • Participate in team meetings, training, coaching, and professional development


Qualifications

  • Strong verbal communication skills
  • Friendly, approachable, and comfortable speaking with people
  • Professional and dependable
  • Positive attitude and team-oriented mindset
  • Motivated to learn and develop new skills
  • Comfortable in a fast-paced, public-facing environment
  • Coachable and open to feedback
  • Able to communicate information clearly and confidently
  • No previous experience required


Experience in communications, public relations, customer service, retail, hospitality, restaurants, sales, fundraising, events, education, or other people-focused positions is welcome but not required.

What We Offer

  • Paid training
  • Hands-on coaching and mentorship
  • No previous experience required
  • Real-world communications experience
  • Professional development
  • Supportive team environment
  • Opportunities for increased responsibility
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities


If you're personable, energetic, dependable, and enjoy connecting with people, this is an opportunity to build valuable communication experience while supporting live events, community outreach, and public engagement campaigns.

Apply today to be considered for the Communications Assistant - Entry-Level position.

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