Social Media Intern
The University of Utah · Salt Lake City, UT
About the role
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: How have you utilized social media and what were the outcomes? What skills or experiences do you have that will support you in this role? Taking a look at Multi-Disciplinary Design >> uofudesign <