Student - Social Media Intern - CHSS

UVU · Main Campus - Orem, UT · $17 USD per hour

  • Paid
  • Student

About the role

Supports the CHSS Marketing & Communication Manager by creating engaging content and stories that highlight CHSS students, faculty, and programs, while gaining hands-on experience in marketing, communications, and digital storytelling. Work from home: Not eligible Hours: Part-time, 10 hours per week

  • Content creation & editing (20%): Create, edit, and publish posts, stories, reels, and short-form video.
  • Photography & videography (15%): Film and photograph events, highlights, and engaged learning for digital channels.
  • Story development & interviews (15%): Interview students, faculty, and alumni to capture authentic digital stories.
  • Content calendar & ideation (15%): Maintain a content calendar, brainstorm ideas, and support campaign planning.
  • Event coverage & recaps (15%): Capture content at events and produce recap posts.
  • Social media management (10%): Schedule and monitor content, manage engagement, and support calendar management using Sprout Social.
  • Analytics & reporting (10%): Track performance metrics and support basic reporting to guide strategy.
  • Must be a current UVU student.
  • Must provide the current class schedule at application time.
  • No professional license/certificate required.

Knowledge

  • Social trends and digital culture
  • Familiarity with photo/video/editing tools (training available)
  • Storytelling and audience engagement (preferred)

Skills

  • Strong written and verbal communication
  • Creative content ideation
  • Organization and ability to meet deadlines
  • Interpersonal skills and teamwork
  • Basic editing in Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite (or willingness to learn)

Abilities

  • Create student-focused content
  • Attend events and produce recap content
  • Learn new tools and processes quickly
  • Work independently and follow directions while contributing ideas

Physical demands and working conditions (high level)

  • Physical: Frequently sitting and walking; lifting up to 10 lbs. Working conditions: Rare exposure to unusual elements; occasional confined/crowded areas; rare travel (driver's license required).

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