Description
Visit California is looking for a dedicated and tech-savvy B2B (business to business) web and social media student assistant.
Visit California supports the largest tourism industry in the U.S. in their marketing, community development, inclusivity and sustainability efforts.
This role will benefit the student with a flair for digital media production, tech savviness and strong writing and communication skills.
Candidates motivated to learn the intricacies of an unfamiliar industry and about new technology will receive the most benefit from this internship.
The ability to self-teach is a must. While this internship is in the tourism industry, you should expect to gain relevant business and tech knowledge that can be applied to nearly any industry.
Requirements
Conditions of
Employment
This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited, student position. Employment in all positions with University Enterprises, Inc.
is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises, Inc. and the employee. This means that either University Enterprises, Inc.
or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause.
Depending on the type of position you are applying for, a pre-employment background check consisting of one or more of the following may be conducted : employment history, professional references, criminal check : educational verification (degree, license, or official transcript) or DMV clearance.
Applicants will be required to pass required pre-employment checks to the satisfaction of University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) and the hiring Agency or Department.
UEI does not allow students to hold more than one UEI Job at a time, or work in more than one account per pay period. UEI employees who are considering leaving their current UEI Student assistant position for a different UEI student assistant position should inform their supervisor in writing and provide at least a week's notice.
UEI is not a multi-state employer. UEI only employs candidates who live and work in the state of California. If selected for the position you must reside in California and all work must be performed in the state of California throughout the course of employment.
Prerequisites
Must be a college student attending classes during the regular term (Fall, Spring and Winter, if applicable), at one of the accredited colleges or universities on our affiliation list.
To view our current affiliation list please paste the following URL into your browser : http : / / www.calinterns.org / wp-content / uploads / Affiliation List.pdf
Students must be enrolled in at least : six-semester units or nine quarter units for undergraduate students; four-semester units or six quarter units for graduate students.
Students declared major must match the major(s) listed in the job posting.
Majors / Fields of Study
Communication Studies, Marketing and Parks, Recreation & Tourism
Work Schedule
Flexible workdays and work hours, Monday - Friday, between 8 AM - 5 PM. The final work schedule will be determined by the supervisor.
Additional Work Schedule
Student Assistant and Graduate Assistant employees generally work up to 24 hours per workweek (Sunday - Saturday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per workweek during breaks;
winter, spring, and summer).
Minimum Qualifications
Current enrollment in or recent graduation from a degree program. Any course of study can be a good fit, though the role will most serve those exploring careers in communications, writing, marketing, business, digital content production or hospitality / travel / tourism.
Proven technical proficiency, with a willingness to learn and master various software applications.Excellent writing and communication skills, with the ability to produce clear and compelling content.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with an aptitude for keeping projects on track and engaging with diverse teams.
Ability to absorb new information quickly and apply new skills effectively.Preferred Qualifications
Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite.Duties and Responsibilities
Specific responsibilities include :
Assist in the production of communications and digital media for web, email and social, that help tourism organizations partner with Visit California and understand its value.
Understand the tourism industry and how Visit California helps it succeed and benefit all Californians.Work with a variety of software tools including content management systems, Adobe Creative Suite, spreadsheets, email marketing software, event management software, and social media management tools.
Manage multiple projects, track completion dates, coordinate with stakeholders, and maintain an organized calendar of activities.
Assist in the implementation and optimization of new software platforms, establishing efficient workflows.Quickly adapt to new technologies and help troubleshoot by consulting help manuals and online resources.
Areas of responsibility include :
Produce web, social and email content, text and visual. Ensure consistent and effective communications calendar. Adhere to and enforce style and brand guidelines.
Assist with deployment of content to B2B technology platforms and implementation and maintenance of digital processes.Other duties as assigned at discretion of supervisor.
Physical Requirements
Sit for extended periods; frequently stand and walk; manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination; corrected hearing and vision to normal range;
verbal communication; use of office equipment including computer workstations, telephones, calculators, copiers, printers, and scanners with or without reasonable accommodation.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office environment.
Application Instructions
Please complete all fields of the employment application. Include your educational history in the "Educational Experience" section and any employment history in the "Employment Experience" section of our application.
In addition to your resume,
please upload the following documents : A 3-5 sentence note that succinctly explains your interest in the role.
Candidates invited to interview will be asked to first complete a short activity that demonstrates their curiosity and ability to learn about an unfamiliar topic.
Apply by : September 30, 2024