Social Media Intern

Department Student Engagement & Belonging Campus Location Wichita, KS - WSU Main Campus Hire Type Part Time Pay 12.00 an hour, up to 20 hours per week Work Schedule work is performed on-site and in person. Monday-Friday with some evening and weekend hours occasionally Export Compliance Requirement No export control requirement. Job Story Under general supervision, this student position performs duties related to social media management and digital storytelling for Student Engagement & Belonging. Responsibilities include creating engaging content that promotes programs, services and events while maintaining brand voice and consistency across all platforms. This position supports the marketing strategy of the office by developing and scheduling social media content that enhances awareness, engagement and student participation across campus Job Summary A student assistant will carry out administrative and technical tasks requested by a supervisor. Depending on the area the student assistant is employed in, they may assist and mentor other students or provide support throughout the campus in various forms. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Create, schedule and publish content for social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, X, etc.) to promote Student Engagement & Belonging programs and services. Develop engaging captions, stories, reels and short-form videos that align with WSU and Student Engagement & Belonging branding and voice. Collaborate with staff and departments within Student Engagement & Belonging to gather information and content for events, campaigns and initiatives. Assist in monitoring social media accounts, responding to messages, comments and engaging with followers to foster community and belonging. Capture photo and video content at events and around campus for use in future social media posts and digital campaigns. Track social media insights and engagement metrics to help improve content performance and reach. Contribute creative ideas to social media strategies, campaigns and ways to connect with student audiences. Maintain an organized library of social media content, photos, videos and templates for easy access and consistent use. Perform other social media-related duties as assigned. Required Education High School diploma or equivalent. Enrolled in a minimum of 6 credit hours at Wichita State University. Additional Requirements Required Qualifications Must maintain good academic standing Must be a student at Wichita State University and enrolled in at least 6 credit hours Required Experience This is specific to each position and department. See additional requirements and preferences. Preferred Qualifications Strong attention to detail, creativity and organization. Ability to work collaboratively with a variety of students, staff and campus partners. Experience creating content for social media platforms such as Instagram, Facebook and X. Familiarity with social media trends, analytics and engagement strategies. Basic understanding of digital marketing, branding and storytelling. Experience with Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, etc.) for content creation. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write clear, engaging captions. Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines and adapt to feedback. Demonstrates professionalism, ethical behavior and respect in all interactions Physical Requirements Ability to remain in a stationary position. Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment including but not limited to phone, printers, copiers, and calculators. Ability to communicate with others and accurately exchange information. #J-18808-Ljbffr WICHITA STATE UNIVERSITY