Marketing and Outreach Intern (Student Wage)
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Job Location:
Charlottesville, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Position: Marketing and Outreach Intern
Department: Office of Summer & Special Academic Programs
Duration: Beginning in May 2026 and continuing through the 2026-2027 Academic Year (in-person summer availability is required)
Duties and Responsibilities:
Social Media:
- Generate and schedule social media content using platforms such as Canva and Meta Business Suite
- Create visually appealing graphics and multimedia content
- Write engaging captions
- Maintain a consistent presence on social media channels including engaging with other UVA accounts
- Take pictures and create content during major events and in promotion of specific programming
Marketing and Outreach:
- Create original print and digital marketing materials including posters brochures and digital ads
- Ensure brand messaging is consistent and follows the UVA guidelines offered by BrandDot Virginia
- Complete BrandDot and other marketing training as assigned
- Represent department at fairs orientation and other tabling events
Data Analytics and Market Research:
- Track social media engagement to identify high-performing ideas
- Develop and test new strategies for increasing engagement
- Stay up to date on the latest social media trends and platform changes
- Follow other Higher Education Institutions social media activities particularly related to summer sessions January terms and similar special programs
- Collect and analyze marketing activity data on a regular basis
Program Support:
- Assist with planning and implementing in-person student programs particularly the Summer Language Institute and UVA Advance
- Assist with daily operations of in-person student programs when they are in session
Qualifications:
- Understanding of social media and marketing trends
- Experience managing social media accounts
- Experience using Excel
- Experience tracking and interpreting data related to user engagement and department programs
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong attention to detail
- Experience with or willingness to learn Canva and Meta Business Suite platforms
Hours and Compensation:
Hours:
- Summer (May 18-August 7): 20 hours per week mainly in person
- Academic Year: 10-20 hours per week with some hours remote and some in person
- Occasional evening and weekend hours during Summer Session
Compensation: $17.50 per hour
- Additional Allowance: Parking Pass for Summer Sessions II and III (if applicable)
To Apply:
Please submit a resume cover letter and contact information for two references.
Questions about this position can be directed to
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVAs commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
Required Experience:
Intern
Key Skills
- Graphic Design
- Marketing
- Google Docs
- Google AdWords
- MailChimp
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Hootsuite
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Adobe Photoshop
- Social Media Management
- Wordpress
- Writing Skills
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