The Universities of Wisconsin Administration assists in establishing policies, planning the programmatic financial and physical development of the Universities. UWSA supports the Universities in delivering transformative educational outcomes and research that expands the boundaries of knowledge. We work to extend the value of our universities beyond the boundaries of the campuses, seeking to enhance the quality of life for all in Wisconsin and beyond, in fulfillment of the Wisconsin Idea.

The Office of Online & Professional Learning Resources (OPLR) is committed to providing service and support to the Universities of Wisconsin Administration and all 13 UW universities in online and continuing education, teaching, learning, and workforce skills training and resources.

WORK HOURS

• Student may work up to 10 hours per week during the school year and up to 15 hours per week during Winter, Spring and Summer breaks.

• Work will be completed during regular business hours of 7:30am to 4:30pm M-F

• The duration of this appointment is for the 2026-27 academic year with renewals possible contingent on factors such as funding, availability, program needs, student status, and satisfactory performance.

The Social Media Coordinator will support content strategists in the execution of social posts and campaigns for UW Online Collaboratives, UW Flexible Option, and UW Independent Learning online degrees, certificates, and courses. Priorities include creating video, graphics, and written content for social, posting, and social listening support. Other tasks may include researching interest-specific social opportunities for individual OPLR programs.

• Must be currently enrolled at UW-Madison, Edgewood College, or Madison Area Technical College pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Marketing, Communications/Journalism, or related field
• Working knowledge of META and LinkedIn
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Experience creating social graphics and/or short-form videos
• Demonstrated skills in collaboration, interpersonal communication and organization
• Experience with Adobe Creative suite a plus
• Experience with Hootsuite or social management tools a plus
• Experience with MS Office and Google a plus

Application screening will begin immeadiately and continue until the position is filled.

Only complete applications are considered. A complete application will include the following:

• A letter of interest addressing applicant qualifications and experience as they relate to the responsibilities of the position.

• A professional resume.

• Names, email, and telephone numbers of two professional references including at least one current or past supervisor.

All applications should be sent to Lisa Nielsen Agnew at lisa.nielsen@wisconsin.edu with the subject line SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR STUDENT WORKER APPLICATION.