Social Media Intern

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Job Family:

Student Work Study

Department:

Student Support Services

Supervisor:

Fontina Taylor

Job Title:

Social Media Intern

Job Description:

Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour

RESPONSIBILITIES 
• Work with the Student Marketing team to promote University Recreation’s facilities, programs, services, and special events 
• Create engaging content for all major social media platforms to increase the Mercer University’s TRIO/Opportunity Scholars/Hart Community Scholars Programs’ brand awareness
• Brainstorm/offer ideas for social media projects/opportunities
• Schedule content to be published on social media at ideal times
• Assist with monitoring the social media channels and activities 
• Assist with managing the various programs’ social media content calendar
• Assist with curating social media content for events, stand-alone campaigns, and other projects
• Other duties as assigned
ACQUIRED SKILLS
Working as a Social Media Intern, the student will have the opportunity to acquire and further develop their communication skills, time management, attention to detail, adaptability, and customer service skills. 
 JOB REQUIREMENTS 
QUALIFICATIONS [The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum education and/or hands-on experience necessary to perform each essential responsibility.]
• Degree-seeking student at Mercer University
• Displays excellent written and oral communication skills
• In-depth working knowledge of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Microsoft Teams, and other applicable social media platforms 
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Basic knowledge of programs and services offered by University Recreation
• Ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment
 

REQUIRED SKILLS [The competencies listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform each essential function.]
Technical Competencies
 • Strong computer competency
 Professional Competencies
• Ability to handle customer service issues
• Ability to communicate effectively with patrons and professional staff
• Ability to multitask Physical Demands
• Standing or walking for at least 50% of the shift
• Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement (while operating computer equipment)
• Occasional bending, stooping
• Eye-hand coordination (keyboard typing)
• Hearing and talking
• Extended periods of reading fine print
 

Scheduled Hours:

25

Start Date:

05/15/2025

End Date:

06/25/2025