Social Media and Events Intern

Social Media and Events Intern

Utah Transit Authority’s (UTA) Communications team seeks a full‑time intern to support social media management, digital content creation, and planning for a major UTA‑hosted event. The intern will help ensure consistent, engaging messaging aligned with broader communications initiatives while providing focused event support for one large, agency‑priority event.

The internship is 40 hours per week, with some evening and weekend availability around the event, and is expected to last approximately 4–6 months.

• Work alongside, support, and take direction from the Social Media Strategist.
• Assist in developing and implementing UTA’s social media strategy in alignment with agency communications goals.
• Create, schedule, monitor, and manage content across UTA social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, and the UTA blog.
• Respond to public inquiries and comments on social media in a timely, professional manner.
• Develop social media messaging to support agency projects, initiatives, and event promotion.
• Monitor social media trends, issues, and emerging platforms and share insights with the Communications team.

• Work alongside, support, and take direction from the event lead, Marketing Events & Sponsor ships Coordinator.
• Provide communications and logistical support for one large, UTA‑hosted event.
• Assist with event planning tasks such as timelines, content coordination, and internal communication support.
• Support preparation of event materials, signage, and digital content.
• Assist with on‑site event setup and day‑of coordination.
• Support post‑event activities such as content recap, social media coverage, and internal documentation.

Currently enrolled junior or senior at an accredited college or university.

• Seeking an undergraduate degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum GPA of 3.0.

• Experience using social media platforms and social media management software.
• Previous experience with public relations, marketing, or event support is a plus.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills.
• Reliable, detail‑oriented, and self‑directed.
• Intermediate proficiency in MS Outlook and Word preferred.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working in fast‑paced environments, including during live events.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.

• Evening and weekend availability may be required around the event.
• Valid driver’s license preferred but not required.

These statements describe the general nature and level of work performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties. This position requires regular and predictable attendance. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

• Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
• Employee assistance program – includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.
• 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching.
• Free Transit Pass.
• UTA Well – a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.
• Free on‑site fitness facilities.

For more information on UTA’s Total Rewards benefits package, please visit:

Pay Range: $20.52

If interested, apply before: 2/16/2026

Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants needing an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process should contact UTA Human Resources at 801‑287‑2324.

A minimum of two work days' notice prior to the need for the accommodation is required.

Utah Transit Authority is a drug‑free workplace, subject to federal drug and alcohol testing regulations under 49 CFR Part 40, 655, and 219. All offers for employment are contingent upon a successful pre‑employment drug test. If a pre‑employment test returns a non‑negative result, an application for employment may be rejected. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion and post‑accident testing for drug and alcohol use.

All safety sensitive employees are subject to random testing for drug and alcohol use.