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FWS - USF Youth Experiences Social Media Intern

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Department - USF Youth Experiences

Hourly Wage: $14.00/hr

Average Number of Hours Per Week: 15-20

Schedule: Based on Operational needs, and Flexible around class schedule.

Location: In-Person (USF Tampa Campus) / Hybrid

Schedule: Office hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm (We will work around your class schedule). Optional evenings and weekends depending on department need/student availability

Department Summary: The USF Office of Youth Experiences (YXP) helps young people explore their futures, discover their passions, and forge a strong connection with the University of South Florida. YXP supports the engagement of thousands of K-12 students every year through summer camps, field trips, classroom guest speakers, afterschool and weekend programs, clubs, competitions, exhibitions, and public events. The work of YXP cultivates lifelong skills and interests and supports long-term workforce development, college readiness, and economic opportunity. YXP is operated by the Florida Center for Instructional Technology (FCIT), a recognized leader in the study and improvement of K-12 educational technology and educator professional development since 1982.

Job Description Overview: USF Youth Experiences is seeking a Federal Work Study (FWS) student to serve as a Social Media Assistant for the Spring, summer, and fall semesters. This is a creative, detail-oriented role focused on developing engaging digital content and supporting the social media presence of USF Youth Experiences.

The Social Media Assistant will support the day-to-day management of YXP's social media platforms and collaborate closely with the creative, communications, and marketing teams to promote year-round youth programs, events, and initiatives. This position plays a key role in amplifying YXP's brand, increasing engagement, and connecting with families, students, and community partners.

Working at USF

With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

About USF 

The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: 

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law.  The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.  This job description does not constitute an employment contract.  

Minimum Qualifications:

Must be a currently enrolled USF student residing on or near the Tampa campus
Must have a Federal Work Study award for the current academic year (2024-2025)
Foundational understanding of social media platforms and trends (e.g., Instagram, Facebook, short-form video)
Strong written communication skills, with the ability to draft clear, engaging captions and messages
Basic experience creating digital content using tools such as Canva, Adobe Express, or similar platforms
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications:

Currently enrolled as a sophomore, junior, or senior pursuing a degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Digital Media, Public Relations, or a related field
Experience managing or contributing to social media accounts for a student organization, program, or personal brand
Familiarity with social media analytics and engagement metrics
Ability to generate creative content ideas that are youth-friendly and aligned with brand standards
Comfort with basic photo and video editing for social media use
Strong time-management skills and the ability to balance multiple projects
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with team members
Additional Information for Applicants: Please upload examples of work if you have them, along with your resume, class schedule, and proof of an FWS award*.

*Applicant must have a Federal Work Study (FWS) award for the 2025-26 academic year in order to apply for this position. Please upload your class schedule and FWS Award in one file. Applicants are asked to demonstrate proof of their FWS award by saving their 'Award Overview' screen from OASIS** as a print screen and then pasting it into a Word document and uploading it as part of any additional required application materials. If other documents (in addition to your FWS award) are required as part of your application, you must upload ALL documents as one document.    

NOTE: If chosen for this position, a level I background check is required.

Contact Information for Questions about Recruitment: For more information about this position, please email Caryn Preston at carynm@usf.edu 

Duties and Responsibilities

The core responsibility of the Social Media Assistant is to assist in creating, scheduling, and monitoring content across USF Youth Experiences' social media channels in alignment with brand standards and messaging goals.

Example assignments may include:

• Creating and scheduling social media content (posts, stories, reels, and short-form videos) for platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and others as needed.
• Assisting with content planning and brainstorming to support program promotion, enrollment cycles, and special events
• Monitoring social media accounts for comments, messages, and engagement, and flagging items that require follow-up
• Tracking basic engagement metrics (likes, shares, comments, reach) and assisting with simple reporting
• Maintaining an organized content library of photos, videos, captions, and hashtags
• Supporting live or on-site social media coverage during select YXP programs or events, as needed
• This position is ideal for a student interested in social media, marketing, communications, or digital storytelling, and offers hands-on experience supporting a university-wide youth engagement initiative.