Social Media & Communications Intern (Work-Study)

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); Hybrid; USD 14,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

The Center for Social Sustainable Systems (CESOSS), operating under the University of New Mexico, is seeking a work-study student to support communications and marketing efforts in Albuquerque. You will promote programs, manage social media, update the website, and assist with outreach materials and events.

The role focuses on design, content creation, and community engagement for a nonprofit, with opportunities to contribute to publications and local outreach.

Qualifications

• Must have a current Work-Study Award.
• Junior or Senior preferred.
• Students studying Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, Media Studies, Graphic Design, or a related field are encouraged to apply.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative, organized, detail-oriented, and able to work independently.
• Experience with Canva or similar design platforms.
• Familiarity with social media platforms, especially Instagram and Facebook.
• Basic knowledge of website management; experience with Wix is preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Designing promotional flyers for events, informational brochures, tabling materials, infographics, and posters that visually showcase CESOSS's work.
• Managing CESOSS social media accounts, including Instagram and Facebook, to promote events and provide updates on programs and activities.
• Creating and scheduling engaging social media content that reflects CESOSS's mission and community work.
• Preparing and sending periodic e-blasts to share organizational updates and promote upcoming events and activities.
• Organizing and maintaining the CESOSS Wix listserv subscriber database.
• Adding new subscribers collected through events, programs, and community outreach.
• Assisting with updates, corrections, and improvements to the CESOSS website.
• Potentially assisting with the bi-annual La Voz publication by collecting articles and information, organizing content, and designing the layout.
• Assisting with communications to Valle Vista families and guardians through the program's WhatsApp group.
• Attending CESOSS events and activities when needed to help document and promote the organization's work.
• Working with CESOSS staff and program coordinators to identify communication and promotional needs.
• Completing other communications and marketing projects as assigned.
• Some work may be completed remotely; however, the student must be available to attend in-person events or meetings when needed.

Skills

Graphic Design

Social Media Management

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Education

Marketing, Communications, Journalism, English, Media Studies, Graphic Design

Tools

Canva

Wix

Job description

The Center for Social Sustainable Systems (CESOSS), operating under the University of New Mexico, is seeking a work-study student to support communications and marketing efforts in Albuquerque. You will promote programs, manage social media, update the website, and assist with outreach materials and events.

The role focuses on design, content creation, and community engagement for a nonprofit, with opportunities to contribute to publications and local outreach.