Social Media Intern

The State University of New York; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The State University of New York System Administration is seeking a creative Social Media Intern for the 2026 Fall semester. This on-site role supports SUNY’s social media presence through content creation, digital storytelling, and trend analysis, collaborating with the communications team to highlight SUNY’s students, programs, and initiatives across platforms in Albany.

The intern will help photograph and edit visuals, craft captions, and monitor engagement while gaining hands-on experience

Qualifications

• Current SUNY student (undergraduate or graduate).
• On-site availability at the SUNY System Administration building in Albany, NY.
• Interest in social media, digital marketing, or communications with a portfolio or samples.
• Strong written and visual communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and scheduling content for SUNY's social media platforms.
• Support development of visuals, short-form videos, and captions.
• Research trends to inform strategy and repurpose topics for SUNY channels.
• Collaborate with communications team to highlight SUNY students and programs.

Skills

Written communication

Visual communication

Social media enthusiasm

Education

Current SUNY student

Tools

Canva

Adobe Creative Suite

CapCut

Job description

Location: Albany, NY Category: Student Assistant Positions Job Type: Part-time Temporary Posted On: Fri Sep 18 2026 Job Description: SUNY System Administration is seeking a creative and motivated Social Media Intern for the 2026 Fall semester. This position offers a hands-on opportunity to support the SUNY social media presence through content creation, digital storytelling, and trend analysis. The intern will collaborate with the communications team to develop engaging content that highlights SUNY's students, programs, and initiatives across platforms. This role is ideal for a student interested in social media, marketing, communications, or digital content strategy who wants to build professional experience in a large, mission-driven organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and scheduling engaging content for SUNY's social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, X, Facebook).
• Support the development of visual and written content, including graphics, short-form videos, and captions.
• Research social media trends and viral content to inform strategy.
• Identify opportunities to repurpose trending topics and formats for SUNY's channels.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current SUNY student (undergraduate or graduate).
• Must be available to work on-site at the SUNY System Administration building in Albany, NY.
• Demonstrated interest in social media, digital marketing, communications, or related field, shown via work samples or a portfolio.
• Strong written and visual communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with content creation tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, CapCut, or similar editing tools)

Why Join SUNY System Administration?

• Gain real-world experience with a large-scale social media presence.
• Build a professional portfolio of content and campaigns.
• Contribute to storytelling that impacts students across New York State.
• Work alongside experienced communications professionals.

Additional Information

Hours are flexible. Schedule will be coordinated around academic commitments. Typically averaging 20 hours per week.

Paid Positions: Undergraduate: $16.00/hour. Graduate students $18.00/hour.