The School of Communication’s Stein Family Career Center is seeking a highly motivated and creative student employee to join our team as a Student Assistant – Marketing & Events Coordinator. This position offers a unique opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience in the fields of marketing and event management while contributing to the SoC’s campus community.

Position Overview:

The Marketing & Events Coordinator will work closely with our Programs Manager to assist in creating and implementing marketing strategies and organizing career-related events. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and enthusiastic individual with a passion for marketing, event coordination, and helping their fellow students succeed.

Responsibilities

  • Marketing Support
    • Assist in developing and executing marketing campaigns to promote Career Center services and events.
    • Create engaging and visually appealing content for various digital platforms, including the Weekly Wire, social media, & the school website,
    • Contribute to various writing projects, such as press releases, promotional materials, and newsletters, as needed.
    • Monitor and analyze the performance of marketing efforts, offering insights and recommendations for improvements.
    • Collaborate with Career Center staff to maintain consistent branding and messaging.
  • Event Planning
    • Assist in planning, coordinating, and executing career-related events, including workshops, job fairs, employer panels, and networking sessions.
    • Coordinate logistics, such as venue selection, catering, event materials, and equipment.
    • Support event promotion and outreach to students and employers.
    • Collect feedback and conduct post-event evaluations to identify areas for improvement.
  • Student Engagement
    • Engage with students to understand their needs and gather feedback on Career Center services and events.
    • Provide information and assistance to students in navigating the career resources available.
  • Handle administrative tasks (i.e., answering emails, phone calls, filing, etc.)

Qualifications

  • Currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate with a focus on communication, marketing, journalism, or a related field.
  • Must qualify for Federal Work Study.
  • Strong interest and knowledge in marketing and event planning
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms, including social media, email marketing, and design software.
  • A proactive and creative mindset with the ability to adapt to changing priorities.
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Prior marketing & event planning experience is a plus but not required.

Duration

  • This is a part-time internship position, requiring a commitment of 15-20 hours per week. The internship is expected to last throughout the academic year (August 2023 – May 2024), with potential to extend into the following year.

Benefits

  • Gaining practical experience in marketing, event planning, and career services
  • Flexible part-time hours that accommodate to your class schedule
  • Exposure to various career development opportunities and networking with industry professionals
  • A supportive and dynamic work environment within the SoC Stein Family Career Center

Application Instructions

Please email your resume, a cover letter, and any relevant work samples to ComCareers@miami.edu. Include “Student Assistant – Marketing & Event Planning Application” in the subject line of your email.