Details
Open Date 08/20/2025
Requisition Number PRN16295N
Job Title PS UU Student - Admin/Clerical
Working Title Social Media Marketing Intern
Job Grade SJ
FLSA Code Nonexempt
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Type Non Benefited Staff / Student
Temporary? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 19
Full Time or Part Time? Part Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Up to 19 hours - Monday through Friday
Is this a work study job? No
VP Area President
Department 00639 - VP for Research
Location Campus
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $15.50 hrly
Close Date 11/20/2025
Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)
Job Summary
Social Media Marketing Intern:
The Office of Vice President for Research is seeking a creative and trend-savvy Social Media Marketing Intern to manage our social media presence across multiple platforms. This role is ideal for a student passionate about digital storytelling who can transform complex research and innovation topics into engaging social content.
You'll develop and execute social media strategies, create compelling content, and build online communities around university technologies, research breakthroughs, and startup success stories. If you understand the power of social media to amplify important work and are excited to stay ahead of digital trends, this position offers valuable hands-on experience in professional social media management.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities:
Manage social media accounts for units of the OVPR across all major platforms (LinkedIn, X, Instagram, Facebook, and emerging channels)
Create and schedule engaging content including copy, graphics, and short-form videos
Monitor social media trends, analytics, and best practices to optimize engagement
Collaborate with writing and graphic design interns on multi-format content campaigns
Engage with followers, respond to messages, and build online community
Track performance metrics and provide regular reports with actionable insights ·
Capture photo and video content at events and campus locations as needed
Minimum Qualifications
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Preferences
Preferred Qualifications:
Pursuing a degree in marketing, communications, digital media, journalism, or related
Experience managing social media accounts (personal, organizational, or professional)
Strong copywriting skills with ability to adapt voice for different platforms
Basic skills in graphic design (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite) and video editing (CapCut, Adobe Premiere)
Understanding of social media analytics and platform-specific best practices
Knowledge of current trends and emerging social media platforms
Organized, creative, and detail-oriented with excellent time management skills
Comfortable working independently and as part of a collaborative team
Genuine passion for social media and digital culture
Interest in research, innovation, or science communication is a plus
Special Instructions Summary
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 patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. 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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