Department/Organization: 206206 - Alabama Entrepreneurship Institute
Normal Work Schedule: Flexible/Varies
Job Summary: The Marketing Student Assistant assists EDGE with a variety of marketing tasks. Creates and implements communication strategies on social media, digital signage, press releases, and campus publications. Researches and proposes creative and innovative ideas for AEI/EDGE marketing and branding of events. Creates timelines for marketing events including tangible goals, objectives, strategies, and tactics. Designs flyers and other promotional materials using Canva software or other design programs. Additional duties as assigned.
The EDGE is a partnership with the University of Alabama, the West Alabama Chamber of Commerce, and the City of Tuscaloosa. Resources from all three groups come together to help grow a vibrant ecosystem that supports entrepreneurship, business growth, and personal enterprise. The Alabama Entrepreneurship Institute (AEI) is a campus-wide initiative powering the programs that are offered at The EDGE. The EDGE hosts monthly events to support local entrepreneurs and already has over 20 startups operating out of the facility.
Required Minimum Qualifications: Must be enrolled and continuing as a full-time student at The University of Alabama for the 2026-2027 academic year. Good academic standing required; have and maintain a minimum 2.80 cumulative GPA. Available to work between 10-20 hours per week and assist with events outside of normal business hours. Must provide a copy of class schedule if selected for interview.
Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Available to work between 10-20 hours per week and assist with events outside of normal business hours. Must attach a copy of class schedule and resume.
Skills and Knowledge: Style & PR Style. An eye for design with experience in Adobe Creative Cloud or other design software. Works well with other student/professional staff members. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve problems. Ability to manage multiple projects dependently and independently. Proficient with Microsoft Office, Outlook and Excel.
Preferred Qualifications: Applicants from all majors are encouraged to apply. Strong experience with graphic design, social media management, marketing, and/or promotion. Previous experience with Canva is a plus.
Enrollment Requirements: Applicants must meet enrollment requirements to be eligible for on-campus student employment. Applicants must be enrolled in a UA degree program and meet minimum credit hour requirements during the academic year: Undergraduate Students must be registered for at least 6 credit hours during fall/spring semesters; Graduate Students must be registered for at least 4.5 credit hours during fall/spring semesters; International Students must be registered full-time (Undergraduate = 12 credit hours, Graduate = 9 credit hours) during fall/spring semesters. Enrollment requirements must be maintained for the duration of on-campus employment. Individual hiring departments and programs may also have additional eligibility requirements for employment.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
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