UU Student - Computer

University of Utah

Salt Lake City, UT

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Academic Affairs, Analysis Skills, Background Investigation, Campaigns, Code of Federal Regulations, Computer Networks, Data Management, Disability Accommodations, Educational Administration, Employee Benefits, Internet Video, Literacy, Marketing, Metadata, Newsletter, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Public Safety, Root Cause Analysis, Standards Development, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Video Data Formats, Video Editing, Web Design, Website Management
LOCATION
Salt Lake City, UT
POSTED
3 days ago

Announcement

Details

Open Date 06/24/2026 Requisition Number PRN17159N Job Title UU Student - Computer Working Title Data Gov Communications 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 hours Full Time or Part Time? Part Time Shift Day Work Schedule Summary

Monday-Friday, hours to be arranged

Is this a work study job? No VP Area Academic Affairs Department 00822 - University Analytics & Institutional Reporting Location Campus City Salt Lake City, UT Type of Recruitment External Posting Pay Rate Range $15.00/hr Close Date 09/24/2026 Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time) Job Summary

We seek highly motivated student pursing a degree in Communications, Marketing, or other relevant areas of study to help support data governance within the University Analytics and Institutional Reporting (UAIR) department. This opportunity will focus on creating external and internal training materials and messaging related to data management, data governance, and reporting. The position will also focus on expanding our communication efforts across the university.

Skill Development

This is a project oriented internship that will provide hands-on experience in web design, video creation and editing, and training curriculum development. Students will gain experience working with different applications, areas of expertise, and training approaches. The following are some of the skills that may be developed through various projects:

  • Develop and enhance webpages for data.utah.edu
  • Plan and create short training or educational videos for external audiences or internal UAIR staff
  • Gather project highlight information from various technical areas within UAIR for newsletter or other communication campaigns
  • Apply data governance principles, including data definition standardization and metadata management

There may be other tools or processes touched on throughout the internships. The following are some examples of the skills that may be developed and utilized within this internship:

  • Project management,
  • Video creation and editing software
  • Website development

Responsibilities

  • This student position will support the development of a data literacy program by helping create and organize training materials.
  • The student will assist in converting content into video format for broader use and contribute to website updates.
  • The position will also support efforts to improve data consistency and alignment across campus, as well as promote data governance transparency and ethical data use, while providing hands-on technical experience in a real-world environment.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a current student at the University of Utah

Preferences

  • Ability to work independently with light to moderate supervision in various areas of responsibility.
  • Excellent problem-solving including research, error detection and correction, root cause analysis, conceptual, analytical and decision-making skills
  • Preference will be given to students with related coursework and/or professional experience.

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • Are you a current student of the University of Utah?
  • Yes

  • No

    • What is your expected date of graduation?

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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/