ACSESS - Social Media Intern

ACSESS - Social Media Intern

Job No: 511600
Division/Organization: Community Partners
Department: ACSESS
Job Type: Local Student Jobs
Remote Eligbility: Not Remote
Location: Madison, WI
Salary/Wage Range or Lump Sum: $20.00
Job Categories: Interpersonal Communication, Leadership, Critical Thinking/Problem Solving, Digital Technology, Teamwork/Collaboration, Professionalism/Work Ethic, Agriculture and Natural Resources, Communications, Broadcasting, and Media Arts, Government and Public Administration, Nonprofit/Community-Based Organization, STEM, Local Work-Study Required Student Jobs, Career Management, Honoring Context and Culture, Federal Work-Study Preferred

Department Overview:

The Alliance of Crop, Soil, and Environmental Science Societies (ACSESS) is the nonprofit management organization for three national scientific societies: the American Society of Agronomy (ASA), Crop Science Society of America (CSSA), and Soil Science Society of America (SSSA). Together, these societies represent thousands of scientists, educators, and professionals who advance research, education, and practical solutions in agriculture, soils, and the environment.

From journals and books to conferences, certifications, and science policy, ACSESS supports programs that help members share knowledge and address global challenges in food security, climate resilience, and environmental stewardship

Anticipated

Start Date:

05-26-2026

Anticipated End Date (If Applicable):

Remote Work Eligibility Detail:

Not Remote

Anticipated Hours Per Week:

Minimum: 20

Schedule:

20 hours per week with the expectation of working four days per week, Days and times are flexible, Monday through Friday, within core hours of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm,

Salary/Wage Range/Lump Sum:

Minimum: $20.00

Number of Positions:

1

Qualifications:

- Current University of Wisconsin student with confirmed Federal Work Study eligibility.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, Journalism, Film, Agricultural Communications, or a related field

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Passion for video storytelling and social-first content creation
Experience creating and editing short-form video content
Familiarity with tools such as Cap Cut, Canva, Adobe Premiere Pro, or Adobe Express
Strong grasp of current social media trends and platform best practices
Strong communication skills and attention to detail
Comfortable interviewing or interacting with members and volunteers on camera or off
Ability to translate professional or scientific topics into engaging, accessible content
Interest in science, agriculture, sustainability, or nonprofit communications is a plus

Position Summary/Job Duties:

- Create short-form video content for Instagram Reels, Tik Tok, Linked In, You Tube Shorts, and Threads
- Edit videos using tools like Cap Cut, Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva, or similar platforms
- Brainstorm creative ideas and trending formats that align with each platform's audience
- Collaborate with the marketing team on campaigns promoting science, membership, certification, publications, and events
- Help organize video assets and maintain content calendars
- Monitor social media trends and recommend new ideas and formats
- Support basic analytics reporting on video performance and engagement

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls;

reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or
hear; taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus,

Institutional Statements:

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

UW-Madison is an Equal Employment, Equal Access Employer…