Social Media and Events Intern 

The Social Media and Events Intern supports Utah Transit Authority's (UTA) Communications team by assisting with social media management, digital content creation, and planning support for a major UTA-hosted event. This role helps ensure UTA's messaging is consistent, engaging, and aligned with broader communications initiatives, while providing focused event support tied to one large, agency-priority event. 

The intern contributes to maintaining UTA's transparent and responsive social media presence and assists with event-related communications and logistics. This position offers hands-on experience in public-sector communications, social media strategy, and large-event coordination. 

This is a full-time internship, working 40 hours per week. Some evening and weekend hours may be required around the event. The internship is expected to last approximately 46 months. 

Essential Functions 

Social Media Support 

• Work alongside, support, and take direction from 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 

• Assist with responding 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 

Event Support (Single Major Event) 

• Work alongside, support and take direction from event lead; Marketing Events & Sponsorships 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 

Minimum Qualifications 

Education/Training: 

• 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: 

• Experience using social media platforms and social media management software 

• Previous experience with public relations, marketing, or event support is a plus 

Skills: 

• 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 

Abilities: 

• 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 

Other: 

• Evening and weekend availability may be required around the event 

• Valid driver's license preferred but not required 

The above 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.