Texas Global – Marketing and Communications Graduate Student Assistant

Job Posting Title:

Texas Global – Marketing and Communications Graduate Student Assistant

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Hiring Department:

Global Engagement

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

20

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Immediately

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Dec 31, 2025

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

Marketing and Communications is the creative and marketing team for Texas Global, showcasing the depth and breadth of the University’s global engagement activities across campus and abroad, supporting the mission of the University and enhancing its reputation around the world through strategic messaging and brand positioning.

Purpose

We’re seeking a creative, detail-oriented graduate student to join our Marketing and Communications team as a Communications Assistant. This position will provide support in researching, writing, and editing content for our website, blogs, and social media channels. The ideal candidate will also assist in managing and updating content on our website using Drupal and WordPress content management systems (CMS).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate student blog programs, including editing and publishing content for multiple blogs
• Write and publish social media content related to blogs.
• Support the digital project manager in making content updates to Texas Global web properties using Drupal and WordPress CMS
• Upload stories and accompanying visual content on the Texas Global website using Drupal CMS
• Conduct research, interview sources, and write feature stories about various international and global topics
• Keep track of story status and log stories in the editorial calendar using Excel spreadsheet and Asana project management software
• Assist in writing, researching, and editing other related projects as assigned, such as marketing campaigns, unit blogs, and annual reports

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in journalism, creative writing, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience writing and publishing for the web
• Strong written communication skills in English, including knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Proficiency in AP style and Microsoft Office applications
• Familiarity with Asana project management software
• Basic understanding of SEO, web content best practices, and social media best practices
• Ability to communicate effectively with international students, faculty, staff, and external contacts
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized with the ability to multitask
• Positive attitude and collaborative mindset

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Drupal, WordPress, or other CMS
• Familiarity with Asana project management software
• Familiarity with social media and Hootsuite publishing software
• Knowledge of HTML
• Previous experience working in a marketing, design, or creative services department
• Experience working with international populations
• Cross-cultural competency and proficiency in a foreign language

Salary Range

$20.00 an hour

Working Conditions

Standard office environment.

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Required Materials

• Résumé
• 2 brief writing samples
• 2-3 references
• Availability for Fall 2025
• Link to portfolio (if available)

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