Student Social Media Intern

Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

College/Unit/Department website: auxiliary.uga.edu

Employment Type: Employee

Advertised Salary: $12.50 / hr

Anticipated Start Date: 10/11/2026

Posting Date: 09/17/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

EOO Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement:

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Promote the value of Auxiliary Services departments to internal and external audiences.
• Conceptualize and create content for Auxiliary Services social media channels.
• Attend Auxiliary Services events to document with videos and photos for social media.
• Document Auxiliary Services student employees at work, student life, and more with videos and photos for social media.
• Collaborate with student video producers as needed to create video content for Auxiliary Services social media channels and website.
• Function as a resource for accurate information concerning Auxiliary Services departments and university operations.
• Participate in training and in-service activities.
• Participate in meeting activities including, but not limited to, staff meetings, committees, and one-on-one meetings with supervisor.
• Perform other duties consistent with the purpose of the position as assigned.
• Support, communicate, enforce, and abide by all university and division procedures and regulations.

Percentage of time: 100

Classification Title: Student Assistant

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 0.47

Position Summary:

The Student Social Media Intern will produce and edit media content for publication on Auxiliary Services social media channels.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position:

• Demonstrated experience with creating and analyzing social media content.
• Familiarity and experience with cameras, microphones, lighting equipment, and Adobe Premiere Pro and Creative Suite are desirable.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies:

• Be a creative self-starter, willing to talk to people from all over campus
• Demonstrated experience with social media for a brand
• Ability to conceptualize and manage multiple social media projects

Physical Demands:

Be able to travel to locations on campus regularly. Driving.

Is this a Position of Trust?: No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No

Does this position require a P-Card?: No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?: No

Is driving a requirement of this position?: Yes

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): No

Background Investigation Policy:

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Details:

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name: Rebecca S. Vander Plaats

Recruitment Contact Email: rebeccavp@uga.edu