DC Student Life Social Media Coordinator

Washington Intern Student Housing (WISH); Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Washington Intern Student Housing (WISH) is seeking a part-time Social Media Coordinator to support its online presence in Washington, DC. The role focuses on creating and scheduling engaging content for student audiences, monitoring channels, and assisting with campaigns and content gathering from events.

The position requires on-site work in DC, collaboration with staff to promote programs, and comfort capturing photos and videos at activities.

Qualifications

• Ability to create engaging social media content tailored to student and academic audiences.
• Skills in social media marketing and digital marketing to support brand awareness and program promotion.
• Strong communication for clear, inclusive, and professional interaction across online channels.
• Familiarity with major platforms (Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, LinkedIn) and basic analytics tools.
• Attention to detail, time management, and ability to prioritize multiple projects in a dynamic environment.
• Comfort working on-site in Washington, D.C., including capturing photos/videos at events and student activities.
• Relevant coursework or experience in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field is preferred.
• Interest in higher education, internships, student life, or residential programs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create and schedule social media content across platforms in line with brand voice.
• Monitor channels, respond to comments and messages or route inquiries appropriately.
• Collaborate with staff to promote events and programs, gathering content from activities.
• Assist with basic digital marketing campaigns and analytics reporting.
• Support website updates, email campaigns, and other communications initiatives as needed.

Skills

Content creation

Copywriting for student audiences

Social media marketing

Digital marketing

Communication skills

Time management

Multitasking

On-site work in DC

Job description

Washington Intern Student Housing (WISH) is seeking a part-time Social Media Coordinator to support its online presence in Washington, DC. The role focuses on creating and scheduling engaging content for student audiences, monitoring channels, and assisting with campaigns and content gathering from events.

The position requires on-site work in DC, collaboration with staff to promote programs, and comfort capturing photos and videos at activities.