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Announcement
Details
Open Date
08/13/2026
Requisition Number
PRN17359N
Job Title
UU Student - Other
Working Title
Social Media Intern
Career Progression Track
SJ
Track Level
FLSA Code
Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
No
Type
Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary?
Yes
Standard Hours per Week
15
Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time
Shift
Variable
Work Schedule Summary
Flexible if needed. Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Is this a work study job?
No
VP Area
Academic Affairs
Department
01138 - Design
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$15/Hr
Close Date
10/01/2026
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
08/24/2026
Job Summary
The Social media intern is responsible for a broad range of communications designed to cultivate interest from current and prospective students, alumni, and community partners. Under the direction of CA+P Assist. Director of Communications, the intern will manage social media platforms (Instagram and unit-specific program's website), create campaigns, design local media outreach, cover events, and write digital content for the respective channels within the unit. This role is for the full academic year.
Responsibilities
• Design and maintain a weekly content calendar with audiovisual pieces, utilizing ideas and resources from various sources: websites, digital and print media, in-person events, classes, informational materials, and news releases
• Write creative content (e.g., stories and captions), adhering to required branding guidelines and templates
• Monitor social media channels and respond to users in coordination with the CA+P's Communications
• Take pictures and cover activities on campus
• Create reels for social media channels
• May perform other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Currently enrolled University of Utah student in the College of Architecture + Planning, Communication, Arts, or a related field.
Preferences
Special Instructions Summary
Please submit a digital portfolio:
Include samples of your design skills and relevant caption writing skills. Instagram links and writing examples are welcomed.
Please submit a cover letter (1 pg max) answering the following questions:
1. How have you utilized social media and what were the outcomes?
2. What skills or experiences do you have that will support you in this role?
3. Taking a look at Multi-Disciplinary Design >> uofu_design <
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
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