Internship
Position start date: ASAP
Location: BYU campus, Provo, UT
Job Type: Internship
Hours per Week: 20-40 in Spring/Summer
Job Category: PR
Counts for 399R credit? yes
Counts for 496R credit? yes
Wage/Salary: $13-$15 DOE
Application Deadline: 04/10/25
QUALIFICATIONS OF APPLICANT
Strong understanding of social media platforms, trends, and engagement strategies
Skilled at creating visually appealing and engaging content
Excellent writing and editing skills, with an eye for compelling storytelling
Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects at once
Proficient in or willing to learn content scheduling and analytics tools
Self-motivated, creative, and organized
Effective at working independently and collaboratively on a team
DESCRIPTION OF JOB DUTIES
Are you passionate about social media and digital storytelling?
Do you enjoy creating engaging content and building online communities?
Can you take an idea and turn it into an eye-catching post that resonates with students, faculty, alumni, and the BYU audience?
Then the College of Life Sciences wants you on our team! We are seeking a student to join us as a Social Media Specialist to manage and grow our online presence. The Social Media Specialist’s primary responsibility is to create and curate content for the College of Life Sciences’ social media platforms, including Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook. This includes brainstorming and posting creative content, writing engaging captions, and keeping up with trends to connect with our audience effectively.
If desired, the Social Media Specialist will also have opportunities to collaborate on digital signage, short-form video production, and written features that highlight students, faculty, and research.
The Social Media Specialist will also serve as a key member of the Life Sciences Communications Team by monitoring analytics, assisting with content planning, and ensuring our social media strategy aligns with the college’s vision, mission, and values. Join us to make an impact across our college and beyond!
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Email your resume to kjepper2@byu.edu. Also include the contact information for two references and a link or PDF of a portfolio showcasing two examples of social media content you have created (this can include graphics, captions, or video content).
COMPANY NAME AND BRIEF DESCRIPTION
The BYU College of Life Sciences fosters an environment of curiosity and innovation as faculty and students explore solutions to benefit the world. With seven departments and the Neuroscience Center, the college provides an abundance of engaging projects and diverse content to seek truth found in faith and science.
https://lifesciences.byu.edu/
SUPERVISOR CONTACT INFO
Kimberly Jepperson
External Relations Manager
kjepper2@byu.edu
8018361595
https://www.linkedin.com/school/byu-college-of-life-sciences/?viewAsMember=true