Search Postings

Title: Social Media/Marketing Communications Intern
Employee Classification: Student Help Regular
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: Dean of College of Engineering

Job Summary

The College of Engineering is seeking a creative, motivated, and detail-oriented student to serve as a Social Media/Marketing Communications Intern. This individual will assist with creating and managing social media content that promotes the people, programs, events, and experiences within the College of Engineering.

The intern will help support the development and implementation of content strategies that fulfill messaging goals, strengthen engagement, and advance the College of Engineering brand across multiple platforms.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop and refine professional skills in writing, organization, project management, communication, teamwork, and digital marketing. The intern will also have opportunities to network and collaborate with College of Engineering faculty, staff, students, campus partners, and industry professionals.

Duties and Responsibilities include:
-Schedule and manage content for the College of Engineering social media platforms.
-Assist with writing, monitoring, and scheduling content for Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok.
-Collaborate with College of Engineering faculty and staff to create and share event, student, and news content.
-Track social media analytics and engagement data to help guide content strategy and messaging goals.

Other Duties and Responsibilities (as needed):
Assist with student recruitment initiatives during information sessions, campus visits, and special events.
Support event planning, preparation, and programming efforts for College of Engineering activities.
Provide customer service and reception support for the Student Success Office.
Perform general office duties as needed, including distributing mail, answering phones, and assisting with office operations.

Additional Information

Student employees are eligible to participate in the University’s 403(b) Plan.  More information can be found here.

Pay Rate

$15.00/hour

Required Qualifications

-Must be in good standing with both academic and University conduct standards at the time of application and throughout employment.

Preferred Qualifications

-Professional, highly motivated, personable, timely, and detail-oriented.
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
-Foundational knowledge of various social media platforms, preferably with experience creating content for an organization, event, or student group.
-Strong copywriting, proofreading, and editing skills.
-Basic photography skills; experience with light photo editing is a plus.
-Familiarity with shooting and editing short-form video content using a smartphone.
-Ability to work collaboratively while also managing independent projects and deadlines.

Work Hours

8-10 hours per week.
Availability between 8:00am-4:00pm, Monday through Friday (hours will vary).

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
1. Effectively communicate on a daily basis.

Proposed Starting Date

Summer or Fall 2026

Required Applicant Documents

Resume & Reference List

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

In addition, all appointments are contingent upon proof of eligibility for employment at Illinois State University to perform the required duties described above on your scheduled start date. The Immigration and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99-603, requires all new employees to file an I-9 in person and no later than three days from the beginning of employment. This may be accomplished within the department or through Human Resources. A list of the types of documentation you will be expected to provide is available at https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents. Failure to comply with this law will result in cancellation of your appointment.

Illinois State University, as your employer, is required by federal law to ensure proper tax withholding from wages and to ensure that the required reporting of employee wages, withholding, and employment taxes is accurate. For this reason, every employee must have a valid Social Security Number registered with the University at the time of employment and/or as soon after as possible, but no later than 45 days from the start date. Failure to comply with this law may result in cancellation of your appointment.

Illinois State University student employees are restricted to no more than 28 hours per week of on-campus employment for all positions held.

International students are restricted by their visa status to no more than 20 hours per week of on-campus employment when the university is in session but may work more when the university is not in session. International students should contact the Office of International Studies and Programs for guidance if they have questions concerning employment restrictions.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.