Marketing and Outreach Intern (Student Wage)

The Office of Summer & Special Academic Programs seeks an undergraduate or graduate student to serve as Marketing and Outreach Intern. The SSAP Office manages all domestic summer and January-term classes, as well as special programs such as the Summer Language Institute and the UVA Advance pre-college program. 

Position: Marketing and Outreach Intern
Department: Office of Summer & Special Academic Programs
Duration: Beginning in summer 2025 and continuing through the 2025-2026 Academic Year

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 
- 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 

 Qualifications:

• Understanding of social media and marketing trends
• Experience managing social media accounts
• 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: 10-20 hours per week, with some hours remote and some in person. This position requires availability during Summer Session. 
• Compensation: $17.50 per hour

To Apply:
Please submit a resume, cover letter, and contact information for two references. 

Questions about this position can be directed to summer@virginia.edu

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