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Student Employment - Communication & Social Media Intern

East Carolina University

United States, North Carolina, Greenville

Aug 12, 2025

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Position Information

Advertising Department	UNIVERSITY ADVANCEMENT
Academic Term/Year	FALL 2025/SPRING 2026
Position Title	Student Employment - Communication & Social Media Intern
Posting Number	07304
Position Number	07304
Student Job Category	Student - Self-Help Campus Job
Number of Vacancies	1
Job Description	ECU Department of University Advancement is currently seeking a communication and social media intern. The intern will assist with coordinating and executing the communication and social media strategy for University Advancement, working in news/marketing writing, donor stewardship, video and social media strategy. Seeking individual with proficiency in short-form video storytelling utilizing tools like Capcut. Additionally, this role will be instrumental in increasing our Divisional social media presence and gaining visibility for our donors and alumni among students, faculty, staff, alumni and across Pirate Nation. Responsibilities include: Work collaboratively with the Communication and Donor Relations team to develop a plan and calendar to increase marketing and news related content on all media channels Develop alumni and donor stories in creative ways using video, blogs, and short clips Promote the Division, our donors, and alumni on social media platforms and in newsletters Analyze traditional and social media data to ensure the Division is continuing to surpass expectations Develop Pirate Nation Gives promotional materials directed specifically at students Serve as on-air talent for Division social media and donor stewardship video projects Attend Division events to ensure proper in-person and digital stewardship of university donors. Capture events for future traditional and social media activities. Conduct research, as requested, on new marketing trends and mediums. Solicit feedback through on-site informal interviews and through social listening. Receive feedback/constructive criticism from supervisor(s) and using this towards continued individual growth
Preferred (Majors, Experience, GPA, etc.)	Candidate must be a student currently enrolled at ECU, possess and maintain a minimum of 2.5 GPA, and be in good disciplinary and academic standing with ECU. Candidate must be able to work flexible schedule up to 15-20 hours per week with occasional night and weekend events. Candidate will have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be familiar with key social media platforms. Candidate will have a strong work ethic. Candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
Special Instructions to Applicant	please upload resume online.
Quick Link for Direct Access	https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/87944
Open Date	08/12/2025
Close Date	09/08/2025
Open Until Filled	No
Nondiscrimination Statement	East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act ( ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/ TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.