Marketing and Social Media Intern, Knight Center for Journalism, Moody College of Communication (Undergrad Only, Open to Work Study)

Job Posting Title:

Marketing and Social Media Intern, Knight Center for Journalism, Moody College of Communication (Undergrad Only, Open to Work Study)

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Hiring Department:

Moody College of Communication

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

10

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Jun 04, 2026

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Dec 07, 2026

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes:

• The Knight Center is a global leader in professional training and outreach for journalists. Located at UT Austin’s Moody College of Communication, the Center reaches thousands of journalists from around the world with online courses, conferences, news publications and research.

Purpose:

• The Marketing and Social Media intern will support the Marketing and Communications Coordinator by helping manage the Center's social media accounts and email marketing campaigns, as well as contribute to the Center’s social media and marketing strategy. As a Knight Center intern, you’ll get valuable social media experience at the world-renowned Knight Center, free access to our paid online journalism courses, and the opportunity to publish in our trilingual digital magazine.

Responsibilities:

• Create, schedule and publish social media and other promotional content specific to each of our programs

• Help monitor our social media channels, responding promptly to comments and messages

• Assist with developing and implementing social media strategy across platforms

• Learn to identify social media trends and marketing opportunities to incorporate them and enhance the Knight Center's online presence

• Collaborate with the Knight Center team to produce quality blog posts, press releases and other marketing materials

• Help with in-person marketing initiatives such as tabling and sponsorship events

• Other tasks as needed

Required Qualifications:

• Current undergraduate student at UT Austin

• Understanding of social media management and content creation

• Ability to analyze and understand basic social media metrics

• Familiarity with Canva, Capcut or other creative software

• Basic understanding of marketing strategies

• Creativity and attention to detail

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• U.S. work authorization is required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fluent in speaking and writing in English and Spanish (and/or Portuguese)

• Previous experience managing social media accounts

• Intermediate graphic design and/or videography skills

• We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet all the qualifications.

Salary Range:

• $15/hr

Weekly Scheduled Hours:

• 10 hours/week

Career Competencies:

• Social Media Marketing Management

• Online Marketing

• News Writing

• Copywriting and Editing

Required Materials:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Portfolio

• Work-Study Award Letter (if applicable)

Work-Study Job Information:

• Supervisor: Katherine Aguirre Violeta

• Work Address: 300 W. Dean Keeton, RM 3.212

• Work Schedules: M-F, 9 am – 5 pm

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Employment Eligibility:

Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austi