Social Media & Virtual Events Assistant - E. D'Arcangelo [Work Study]

Start Date: 10/1/2025
End Date: 6/30/2026
Number of Positions: 1
Hours per Week: 10
Weekends Required: Yes, as needed. Schedule provided in advance.
Evenings Required: Yes, as needed. Schedule provided in advance.

Supervisor: Emily D'Arcangelo

Alternate Supervisor: Ingrid Ingerson

This position allows for remote work Yes/No: Yes

Percentage of time that could be remote (0-100%): 100%

Method to assess remote work: Weekly submission of completed tasks, and biweekly meeting with supervisor.

Job Description

• The Social Media & Virtual Events Assistant will support the Continuing Education team by helping manage social media content and providing virtual event support.

• About 60% of the role will focus on drafting and scheduling posts for the Continuing Education Facebook and LinkedIn pages.
  
• The remaining 40% of the role will involve assisting with live Zoom events, including providing technical support, introducing presenters, monitoring the chat, and ensuring smooth event delivery.

• Social media content creation will be completed independently and asynchronously. Event support is provided in real time during live Zoom sessions, which may include nights and/or weekends. A schedule of upcoming events will be provided well in advance, and the supervisor will work with the student to confirm availability and coverage.

• Skills You’ll Gain
  Develop hands-on experience in social media content creation and digital communications
  Grow professional communication skills for online and live event settings
  Build event coordination skills, including hosting, chat moderation, and technical troubleshooting on Zoom
  Strengthen confidence in public speaking through introducing presenters and engaging with event attendees
  Practice working independently while collaborating with a professional team
  

Qualifications

• Required:
  
  • Strong written communication skills
    
  • Familiarity with social media platforms (Facebook, LinkedIn)
    
  • Comfortable using Zoom and open to learning technical features (screen sharing, chat monitoring, breakout rooms, etc.)
    
  • Professional, courteous, and comfortable interacting with presenters and event attendees
    
  • Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

• Preferred:
  
  • Experience creating or scheduling social media posts
    
  • Prior experience supporting virtual or in-person events
    
  • Public speaking or event facilitation experience (e.g., introducing speakers)
    
  • Basic knowledge of digital marketing or audience engagement strategies
    
  • Experience with Canva or similar design tools

How to Apply: Letter of interest and resume

Email: [email protected]

Position Type: Work Study

Department: Continuing Education