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Social Media Intern

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Job Description:

The Community Solution Education System is seeking a creative and motivated Social Media Intern to support our system-wide Marketing Department. They will support the creation of social content for our community of colleges and universities—The Chicago School, Saybrook University, Pacific Oaks College, The Colleges of Law, University of Western States, and Kansas Health Science University.

This intern will help curate, create, and publish engaging content across our social media channels using tools like Hootsuite, CapCut, and Canva. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about social media, considers themselves a content creator, and is ready to contribute to brand storytelling that connects, engages, and inspires.

This internship includes a special capstone project (detailed in a separate internal document), focused on launching the social media presence for the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine at The Chicago School.

Duties and Responsibilities:

· Develop engaging social media content (e.g., posts, reels, graphics, GIFs) for Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X (formerly Twitter)

· Draft, edit, and schedule posts in Hootsuite in accordance with content calendars

· Collaborate with the Social Media Team and other marketing teammates on editorial planning

· Support social listening, basic community engagement, and comment moderation

· Ensure all content upholds institutional brand standards (written and visual)

· Assist in researching trends, best practices, and inspiration in higher ed and beyond

· Pull performance insights and help ideate strategies to improve content reach and engagement

· Participate in team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and creative reviews

Qualifications:

· Rising junior or senior pursuing a degree in Marketing, Digital Strategy, Communications, Journalism, or a related field

· Strong writing and communication skills with an eye for visual storytelling

· Experience with or interest in using tools such as Hootsuite, Canva, CapCut, Adobe Express, etc.

· Demonstrated creativity through social media handles, a personal blog, or other online content

· Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a remote work environment

· Self-starter who enjoys working both independently and collaboratively

You’ll Gain:

· Real-world experience managing content across multiple brands

· Exposure to the inner workings of a system-wide marketing team

· Portfolio-building opportunities, including a major social media launch

· Mentorship and feedback from a team of experienced higher ed marketers

· A letter of recommendation and the potential for future opportunities

Compensation & Benefits

This opportunity is budgeted at $20.00 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below.

https://www.tcsedsystem.edu/careers/

The Community Solution is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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What You Should Know About Social Media Intern, TCS EdSystem

The Community Solution Education System is on the lookout for a Social Media Intern who is eager to jump into the dynamic world of digital marketing! If you are someone who lives and breathes social media, this is the perfect role for you. As a Social Media Intern, you will be an integral part of our Marketing Department, assisting in crafting compelling content for our network of colleges and universities, including The Chicago School, Saybrook University, and several more. Your creativity will shine as you develop engaging posts, reels, and graphics for platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X (formerly Twitter). You'll utilize tools like Hootsuite, CapCut, and Canva to schedule and publish content that resonates with our community. In this role, you'll also dive into research on trends and best practices to keep our strategies fresh and impactful. Plus, you'll have the unique opportunity to work on a capstone project, launching a vibrant social media presence for the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine at The Chicago School. This internship isn’t just about getting coffee; it’s about gaining real-world experience, building your portfolio, and possibly securing a letter of recommendation for your future endeavors. If you're a rising junior or senior majoring in Marketing, Communications, or a related field, and ready to make a mark in the world of higher education marketing, come join us remotely and let’s create some magic together!

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What are the key responsibilities of the Social Media Intern at The Community Solution?

The Social Media Intern at The Community Solution will engage in a variety of responsibilities, including developing creative social media content for platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. You'll draft and schedule posts using Hootsuite, collaborate with the Social Media Team on editorial planning, monitor community engagement, and research trends that enhance our marketing strategies.