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Economic Development Student Worker

University of Kentucky Health System (Uk Health)
Lexington, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 10/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/8/2026

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Economic Development Student Worker
Requisition Number DU14891
Department Name 37500:Economic Development
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range $15.00
Type of Position Student
Position Time Status Part-Time
Required Education
Full-time University of Kentucky Student in good standing.
Required Related Experience
None
Required License/Registration/Certification
None
Physical Requirements
May require sitting or standing for long periods of time.
Shift
Flexible, up to 15 hours per week, to be agreed upon with supervisor.
Job Summary
The Office of Economic Development and Real Estate at the University of Kentucky is seeking a student intern to support program storytelling, digital content development, and event coordination. This position will assist with capturing and sharing the impact of UK’s economic development and real estate initiatives through written stories, photography, video, and digital content. The intern will also provide support for the Economic Development Collaborative’s quarterly convening by assisting with planning, logistics, on-site execution, and post-event reporting. Working closely with university and community partners, the intern will help document program outcomes, develop engaging content, and contribute to initiatives that highlight the office’s work and impact.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
  • Pursuing a degree in journalism, public relations, business, design, English, integrated strategic communication, or a related field.
  • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with the ability to communicate complex topics to a broad audience.
  • Experience creating digital content, including photography, graphics, and short-form video using Canva or Adobe Creative Cloud.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Interest in event planning and providing logistical support for meetings, conferences, and community engagement activities.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace for organizing information and basic reporting.
  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and comfortable collaborating with faculty, staff, students, and external partners.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Pursuing a degree in journalism, public relations, business, design, English, integrated strategic communication, or a related field
Deadline to Apply
Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Salary : $15

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