UU Student - Admin/Clerical

University of Utah

Salt Lake City, UT

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$14–$16 Per Hour
SKILLS
Academic Affairs, Administrative Skills, Background Investigation, Code of Federal Regulations, Communication Skills, Content Development, Content Management, Copy Writing, Detail Oriented, Disability Accommodations, Educational Administration, Event Management, Event Marketing, Facebook, Flyers, Graphic Design, Leadership, LinkedIn, Marketing, Marketing Campaign, Marketing Strategy, Metrics, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Organizational Skills, Performance Metrics, Photography, Public Safety, Schedule Development, Social Media, Time Management, Video Editing, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Salt Lake City, UT
POSTED
2 days ago

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Details

Open Date 07/13/2026 Requisition Number PRN17223N Job Title UU Student - Admin/Clerical Working Title Social Media Intern Career Progression Track SJ Track Level FLSA Code Nonexempt Patient Sensitive Job Code? No Type Non Benefited Staff / Student Temporary? No Standard Hours per Week 19 Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Variable Work Schedule Summary

Morning or afternoon shifts with occasional evening and weekends.

Is this a work study job? No VP Area Academic Affairs Department 02113 - Business Health & Prosperity Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $14-16 Close Date 09/14/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary

Prosperity U is seeking a highly motivated and creative student to work up to 20 hours/week as a Social Media Intern. This role will be responsible for managing, creating, engaging with, and tracking content across all platforms.

The Social Media Intern will assist in creating and executing marketing strategies to promote Prosperity U events and initiatives. This role involves managing social media content, coordinating event marketing efforts, and capturing event highlights to showcase successes. The ideal candidate is creative, detail-oriented, and passionate about digital engagement.

Intern will be expected to visit onsite activities to gather materials needed for communication channels, as well as attend some events in person.

Flexibility:

Must be available to showcase at least two events per semester for each CBHP Community. Attend all Prosperity U events, and select Interfaith U events. Occasional weekend work may be required for pre-planned or scheduled postings (e.g., renewing a story to maintain engagement).

This does not include events hosted by external partners utilizing CBHP space. This position is required to work in the Center for Business, Health, and Prosperity offices in the Impact and Prosperity Epicenter.

Benefits of this role:

  • Hands-on experience in social media marketing and event promotion.
  • Opportunity to build a professional portfolio.
  • Networking within Prosperity U and related communities.

Responsibilities

Social Media Management & Content Creation

  • Curate, draft, and schedule engaging social media content under CBHP leadership direction
  • Promote upcoming events and initiatives through pre-event posts.
  • Capture event highlights via photography and create post-event content showcasing successes.
  • Actively engage with other U accounts to build relationships and build Prosperity U's social following.
  • Support in the creation of digital and physical event collateral.

Event Marketing Execution

  • Coordinate on-campus and Epicenter marketing efforts (flyers, A-frame posters).
  • Support marketing campaigns for Interfaith U, Prosperity U, Theme-based communities.
  • Ensure timely execution of pre-event promotions, event coverage (photos/videos), and post-event summaries.
  • Collaborate with staff advisors to assign tasks and maintain workflow.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Performance Metrics

  • Number of social media posts per week (including event promotions and success highlights).
  • Weekly engagement metrics: likes, shares, and comments.
  • Growth in social media followers per week.
  • Meeting stated deadlines.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferences

Strong communication and writing skills. Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.) The ideal applicant would be a second or third year student who has some experience managing a public Instagram account. Basic photography, copy writing, and graphic design skills (video editing also a plus). Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Special Instructions Summary Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS' post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.

Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at the: University of Utah Non‑Discrimination page.

Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu

https://publicsafety.utah.edu/safetyreport/ This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.

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  • Cover Letter
  • Resume

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About the Company

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University of Utah

The state’s oldest and largest institution of higher education, the University of Utah is the flagship university of the state. The University offers more than 100 undergraduate and 90 graduate degree programs to more than 31,000 students (23,500 undergraduate and 7,500 graduate). The University is noted for its high research profile, its diversity of ideas and people, its stunningly beautiful setting and the warmth, friendliness, and collegiality of its faculty staff, and students. Imagine yourself working in a collaborative, creative, respectful environment where everyone’s contribution is needed and appreciated – University of Utah!

COMPANY SIZE
1,500 to 1,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Education
FOUNDED
1850
WEBSITE
http://www.utah.edu/