Oregon State University
CDC Student Social Media Specialist
Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon, United States, 97333
Application Requirements
A Cover Letter
A link to a sample social media post
Option A: Create a post promoting a real or fictional career event, service or program
Option B: Create a 15-30 second Instagram reel-style video highlighting why you’d be a great fit for the social media team
Include a brief (2-3 sentence) statement sharing why you chose that option, and your thought process behind the content
Optional: portfolio or links to social media pages you’ve managed or contributed to
For additional information please contact:
Jennifer Rouse
at
jennifer.rouse@oregonstate.edu
Equal Opportunity & Background Check We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval
Position Summary This position is to fill one student social media specialist who will work as a member of the Marketing & Communications team, creating videos, graphics, and other digital content that drive interest and engagement with the Career Development Center’s services.
The social media specialist will work collaboratively as a member of the Career Development Center’s creative team, with lead work provided by the Digital Communications Specialist. Other related duties may be assigned as needed.
Through this position students will develop core competencies that will better prepare them for careers after graduation. These skills include, but are not limited to: communication, critical thinking, creativity, teamwork/collaboration, leadership, professionalism, intercultural fluency & digital technology.
Transferable Skill Development OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career‑readiness skills in the primary areas below: Communication, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Technology.
Position Duties and Responsibilities
Create original content for Tiktok, Instagram, and LinkedIn that promotes the mission and services of the Career Development Center
Adhere to OSU’s brand, tone, voice and style as well as best practices
Monitor direct and indirect mentions of the CDC on social platforms
Track performance of Career Development Center social media posts and create monthly social media analytics reports
Assist the Career Development Center team at Career Fairs, student orientation events, and other Career Development Center events as needed
Meet regularly and brainstorm with members of the Career Development team for ways to share the Career Development story
Depending on the skills and interests of the successful candidate, the position could also include graphic design support
Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study.
Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment.
Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home‑schooling program
Undergraduate and post‑baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*
*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full‑time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to create compelling social media content, including short‑form videos and graphics
Experience in videography and video production
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Students should feel comfortable creating videos and being on camera as the subject and/or interviewer
Ability to work in both a collaborative environment while also working independently with a high level of self‑direction
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
Experience in graphic design using platforms such as the Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva
Experience in photography
Demonstrated ability to oversee projects, which includes scheduling, filming, post‑processing, delivery and digital asset management (organizing videos, photos and graphics)
Position Details
Job Title: CDC Student Social Media Specialist
Appointment Type: Student Employee
Position Appointment Percent: 100%
Appointment Basis: 12
Pay Method: Hourly
Pay Period: 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date: Last working day of the month
Min Hourly Rate: $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non‑Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate: $17.50 (Standard); $17.00 (Non‑Urban); $18.50 (Portland Metro)
Work Schedule Posting Number: P12703SE
Number of Vacancies: 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: 02/16/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date: (none specified)
Posting Date: 01/05/2026
Full Consideration Date: (none specified)
Closing Date: 01/26/2026
Recruitment Strategy Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume
Cover Letter
Other Document: (see Special Instructions)
Portfolio (optional)
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Notice of Availability In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report includes important information about safety protocols, a wide range of current security policies, fire safety practices, helpful university and local resources, and crime prevention programs, as well as crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report can be requested for no charge by emailing Clery.Compliance@oregonstate.edu.
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A Cover Letter
A link to a sample social media post
Option A: Create a post promoting a real or fictional career event, service or program
Option B: Create a 15-30 second Instagram reel-style video highlighting why you’d be a great fit for the social media team
Include a brief (2-3 sentence) statement sharing why you chose that option, and your thought process behind the content
Optional: portfolio or links to social media pages you’ve managed or contributed to
For additional information please contact:
Jennifer Rouse
at
jennifer.rouse@oregonstate.edu
Equal Opportunity & Background Check We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval
Position Summary This position is to fill one student social media specialist who will work as a member of the Marketing & Communications team, creating videos, graphics, and other digital content that drive interest and engagement with the Career Development Center’s services.
The social media specialist will work collaboratively as a member of the Career Development Center’s creative team, with lead work provided by the Digital Communications Specialist. Other related duties may be assigned as needed.
Through this position students will develop core competencies that will better prepare them for careers after graduation. These skills include, but are not limited to: communication, critical thinking, creativity, teamwork/collaboration, leadership, professionalism, intercultural fluency & digital technology.
Transferable Skill Development OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career‑readiness skills in the primary areas below: Communication, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Technology.
Position Duties and Responsibilities
Create original content for Tiktok, Instagram, and LinkedIn that promotes the mission and services of the Career Development Center
Adhere to OSU’s brand, tone, voice and style as well as best practices
Monitor direct and indirect mentions of the CDC on social platforms
Track performance of Career Development Center social media posts and create monthly social media analytics reports
Assist the Career Development Center team at Career Fairs, student orientation events, and other Career Development Center events as needed
Meet regularly and brainstorm with members of the Career Development team for ways to share the Career Development story
Depending on the skills and interests of the successful candidate, the position could also include graphic design support
Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study.
Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment.
Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard
High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home‑schooling program
Undergraduate and post‑baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term
Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*
Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term
Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*
*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full‑time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to create compelling social media content, including short‑form videos and graphics
Experience in videography and video production
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Students should feel comfortable creating videos and being on camera as the subject and/or interviewer
Ability to work in both a collaborative environment while also working independently with a high level of self‑direction
Preferred (Special) Qualifications
Experience in graphic design using platforms such as the Adobe Creative Suite and/or Canva
Experience in photography
Demonstrated ability to oversee projects, which includes scheduling, filming, post‑processing, delivery and digital asset management (organizing videos, photos and graphics)
Position Details
Job Title: CDC Student Social Media Specialist
Appointment Type: Student Employee
Position Appointment Percent: 100%
Appointment Basis: 12
Pay Method: Hourly
Pay Period: 16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date: Last working day of the month
Min Hourly Rate: $15.05 (Standard); $14.05 (Non‑Urban); $16.30 (Portland Metro)
Max Hourly Rate: $17.50 (Standard); $17.00 (Non‑Urban); $18.50 (Portland Metro)
Work Schedule Posting Number: P12703SE
Number of Vacancies: 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: 02/16/2026
Anticipated Appointment End Date: (none specified)
Posting Date: 01/05/2026
Full Consideration Date: (none specified)
Closing Date: 01/26/2026
Recruitment Strategy Competitive / Student - open to ALL qualified/eligible students
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume
Cover Letter
Other Document: (see Special Instructions)
Portfolio (optional)
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Notice of Availability In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Oregon State University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report includes important information about safety protocols, a wide range of current security policies, fire safety practices, helpful university and local resources, and crime prevention programs, as well as crime and fire statistics for the previous three calendar years. A paper copy of the report can be requested for no charge by emailing Clery.Compliance@oregonstate.edu.
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