● Current U of MN - Twin Cities degree-seeking student. See See "Am I eligible for a student job?"
● Basic understanding of introductory marketing and communications principles (this could be obtained through coursework or class projects).
● Must demonstrate effective written and oral communication skills
● Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
● Basic understanding and experience with social media (e.g. Facebook, Twitter,
Instagram, TikTok, etc.)
● Experience working in marketing
● Editorial, persuasive and copywriting experience
● Marketing, Advertising, or related major
Marketing Assistants work with staff Marketing Managers in developing content for various mediums (ads, posters, brochures, web pages, social media, etc.). This position will gather and analyze research, including competitive, market, and customer research. The Marketing Assistants work designated events and tabling to engage with the student body and promote Student Unions & Activities.
● 40% Project Management: Meet with assigned areas to implement and assess ongoing marketing efforts
● 40% Create Content: Develop content for various mediums including but not limited to ads, posters, brochures, web pages, emails, videos, and social media.
● 15% Compile and Analyze Research: Gather and analyze research including categories of competitive, market, traffic and web usage data
● 05% Other Duties: Other duties as assigned, including, but not limited to customer service, implementation of promotional events and general office assignments
Students participate in experiences outside the classroom which allow them to develop and demonstrate life skills. These skills and characteristics for success and citizenship are learned and refined during their college years and beyond. The Office for Student Affairs has developed seven Student Development Outcomes that the Student Unions & Activities has incorporated into the student employment system in the Unions. Here is a listing of the Student Development Outcomes with some examples of how you can learn or further develop your own skills set.
Responsibility/Accountability
Independence/Interdependence
Goal Orientation
Self-Awareness
Resilience
Appreciation of Differences
Tolerance of Ambiguity
*The employer reserves the right to change or add duties to this position as long as the changes and/or additions are consistent with the job classification. Updated 18-March-2024