About the role#
The Mary Black College of Nursing is looking for a student intern to help manage our social media presence. You will help tell the story of our college by capturing photos, recording video, and writing content that highlights our students, faculty, and programs. This position offers hands-on experience in digital communication and content strategy while working alongside college leadership.
What you'll do#
- Create content for social media platforms, including photos, reels, stories, and short-form videos.
- Maintain a content calendar and assist with scheduling posts.
- Identify and interview students, faculty, and staff for features.
- Attend college events to capture real-time content.
- Write captions and short-form copy that follow university branding guidelines.
- Monitor social media activity to identify engagement opportunities.
- Collaborate with faculty, staff, and the university marketing team.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as a student at USC Upstate.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with social media trends and major platforms.
- Ability to use a smartphone or camera for photography and video.
- Organizational skills to manage multiple assignments and deadlines.
- Professionalism when interacting with a wide range of individuals.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Availability to work occasional evenings or weekends for event coverage.
- Preferred: Coursework in communications, marketing, journalism, graphic design, English, or art. Experience with graphic design tools, photo editing, and video editing is a plus.
Location & details#
- Location: USC Upstate, Spartanburg, SC.
- Schedule: Approximately 10 hours per week, tailored to your class schedule.
- Compensation: $10.00 per hour.
About University of South Carolina
The University of South Carolina is a public institution of higher education based in Columbia. It was founded in 1801 and maintains eight campuses across 20 locations. The university system serves more than 54,000 students. It employs over 13,000 people and focuses on academic research and student instruction.
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