Job Title:
Digital Communications (Open to Work Study and Non-Work Study)
Hiring Department:
OnRamps
Position Open To:
Undergraduate Students at the University of Texas at Austin only
Weekly Scheduled Hours:
15 hours
FLSA Status:
Non‑Exempt
Earliest Start Date:
Immediately
Position Duration:
Until December 31, 2026
Location:
Austin, TX (remote)
Position Type:
Work Study / Non‑Work Study student position
Purpose
The Digital Communications Student Assistant works directly with the OnRamps Communications and Marketing team, developing, coordinating, scheduling, reviewing, writing, or editing content in a range of formats including email newsletters, marketing collateral, slide presentations, social media, Canvas, and other platforms. The assistant maintains email newsletter metrics, tracking, and analysis, contributing creatively to the OnRamps digital communications strategy and sharing our story with students, teachers, and educational administrators across Texas.
Responsibilities
Coordinates and produces content in adherence with OnRamps brand guidelines and content accessibility guidelines.
Monitors audience engagement, identifies high‑performing content, and conducts data analysis and reporting, including research, compiling data in spreadsheets or databases, and producing reports.
Supports the team with content coordination, logistics, tracking reviews, file management and archiving, and day‑to‑day operations for current marketing initiatives and special projects.
Collaborates across teams to create compelling assets that adhere to OnRamps brand guidelines and communicate our mission to students, teachers, and administrators.
Performs administrative/project‑management tasks.
Qualifications
Pursuing a bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, journalism, public relations or a related field.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Acrobat, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) or similar applications.
Familiarity with social media platforms and best practices.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work independently with moderate supervision.
Ability to collaborate within a group environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Prior work experience and/or extracurricular activities with a focus on marketing or communications.
Volunteer leadership experience in extracurricular activities.
Experience writing, editing, or producing content.
General knowledge of education at the national or state level.
Compensation
Salary range: $12.00 to $14.50 per hour, adjusted by student tenure and professional development completion.
Working Conditions
Remote work environment with occasional in‑person meetings.
Standard office conditions, repetitive use of keyboard at a workstation.
Manual dexterity required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Texas at Austin is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The institution does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, veteran status, or other protected classes in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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Digital Communications (Open to Work Study and Non-Work Study)
University of Texas · Austin, TX, USA ·
- Pay:
- $12-$14.50/hr
- Job type:
- Full Time