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Student Assistant - Social Media and Communications Specialist

University of Florida and Careers
Gainesville, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2026

JOB NO:

538991

WORK TYPE:

Student Ast

LOCATION:

Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

CATEGORIES:

Communications/Public Relations/Marketing, Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support

DEPARTMENT:

17050300 - BA-PURC

CLASSIFICATION TITLE:

STU AST-NON-CLERICAL & ADMIN



CLASSIFICATION MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

This position is open to all UF students who are eligible to work on campus and will be employed through student Other Personnel Services (OPS) and must maintain a minimum 2.0 grade point average. Registered students are employed on a part-time basis, up to 20 hours per week.



JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Public Utility Research Center (PURC) in the Warrington College of Business is seeking a hardworking, professional student to fill a part-time (estimated up to 12 hours/week) assistant position, focused on social media and communications.

The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator, takes initiative, is comfortable working on a team and is well organized.

Typical job tasks include, but are not limited to: creating, planning and publishing content for LinkedIn and Facebook; creating, planning and scheduling email communication using Constant Contact; and evaluating success of content. Additionally, this position would provide support in the planning and hosting of PURC events, including international training programs and professional conferences hosted throughout the year.

Hours are flexible between 9am and 4:30pm, Monday to Friday, for a total of 8 - 12 hours weekly, but must adhere to agreed-upon schedule set each semester.



EXPECTED SALARY:

$14/hour



REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have experience using social media platforms, including LinkedIn and Facebook. Must have good interpersonal and communication skills and be available to work in Gainesville through the summer.



PREFERRED

Ideal candidates will have experience creating social media content for a brand or organization, strong writing skills and attention to detail.



SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.



HEALTH ASSESSMENT REQUIRED:
No

ADVERTISED:

09 Mar 2026
Eastern Daylight Time

APPLICATIONS CLOSE:

25 Mar 2026
Eastern Daylight Time

Salary : $14

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