The Counseling and Wellness Center (CWC) at the University of Florida (UF) is seeking a Communications Student Assistant to assist with Outreach and Communication activities within the Counseling & Wellness Center. 

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Assist with CWC’s Digital Outreach and Communication services with duties including, but not limited to:
  • Managing the CWC’s outreach event calendar
  • Setting up registration for outreach events using Zoom & Qualtrics
  • Assisting with the development of the CWC’s external newsletter
  • Creating graphics for CWC’s social media using Canva as needed
  • Developing bi-weekly CWC announcements for internal meetings
  • Developing and maintaining a database of central UF stakeholders (e.g. academic departments, student organizations, etc.) for distribution of CWC outreach communications
  • Utilizing the CWC’s various communication channels to distribute information to UF stakeholders, local news outlets, etc.
  • Aiding in the development of mental-health related resources/information for university students.
  • Performing clerical duties including data entry, copying, faxing, receiving/distributing mail and other materials, running errands, keeping office area clean, maintaining calendars, responding to inquiries from staff, etc.
  • Attending weekly check-ins with the outreach communications manager about ongoing projects
  • Other similar duties as directed by supervisor.

$14/hour

• Federal Work Study Award (Please check in with UF Financial Aid to determine eligibility)
• Able to work a minimum of 10 hours per week
• Not concurrently employed anywhere else on the UF campus using Federal Work Study
• Remote Work; requires access to personal computer and internet
• Anticipated graduation date of Spring 2027 or later

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, & Qualtrics
• Educational background in marketing, communications, art, or public health
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to perform physical tasks, such as carrying or moving CWC outreach and communication materials if needed
• Positive & professional attitude
• Able to be reliable, and have good follow-through

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AND ATTACH:

• Resume with anticipated graduation date and Cover Letter expressing interest in this position.

* Students seeking FWS employment should print/screenshot a copy of their Financial Aid Award Page, which contains the Federal Work Study award as proof of FWS eligibility. To locate your Financial Aid Award Page, go to https://one.uf.edu/financialaid/aidyear