Student Communications Specialist — Hybrid

The University of Texas at Austin; United States; On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Student Associate - Communications to support department-wide communications. Primary focus includes developing stories, producing content for social media, and maintaining the quarterly Mailchimp newsletter, while assisting with website updates and other digital projects.

You will work on content creation, editorial calendars, and collaboration with faculty and staff to highlight research, education, and community engagement at UT Austin.

Qualifications

• Experience creating content for social media, websites, and newsletters.
• Ability to identify stories and translate them into clear content.
• Familiarity with Mailchimp, Canva, CMS tools, and basic digital marketing.

Responsibilities

• Content development and storytelling across department communications.
• Support quarterly newsletter planning, editing, layout, and distribution in Mailchimp.
• Develop social media content and ensure consistent voice and visuals.
• Assist with events, lectures, and multimedia communications.
• Maintain organized files, calendars, and content approvals.

Skills

Strong written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Professional collaboration

Education

Communications / Journalism / Public relations / Marketing / English / Digital media / Graphic design

Tools

Mailchimp

Canva

Content Management Systems

Job description

The University of Texas at Austin seeks a Student Associate - Communications to support department-wide communications. Primary focus includes developing stories, producing content for social media, and maintaining the quarterly Mailchimp newsletter, while assisting with website updates and other digital projects.

You will work on content creation, editorial calendars, and collaboration with faculty and staff to highlight research, education, and community engagement at UT Austin.