Job Description

The College of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry is hiring a part-time Federal Work Study (FWS) student to support their Public Relations specialist in the McKnight Brain Institute. This position is scheduled for up to 20 hours per week.

Hours are flexible based on student's schedules with availability between 8:00 am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday.

Duties will focus on marketing and communications tasks including:

• Routine website updates and maintenance
• Monitoring department media activity and archiving/documenting social media posts, website posts, and media appearances
• Working with the Public Relations Specialist to analyze marketing data and research to develop calendars and promotional strategies
• Creating videos and posts for social media and websites that align with the department and College of Medicine’s overall branding strategy

Advertised Salary:

$15.00 per hour

Minimum Requirements:

THIS IS A FEDERAL WORK STUDY POSITION. Students seeking Federal Work Study (FWS) jobs should print/screenshot a copy of their Financial Aid Award Page, which contains the Federal Work Study award as proof of FWS eligibility. To locate your Financial Aid Award Page, go to https://one.uf.edu/financialaid/aidyear.

Only students with a confirmed Federal Work Study award are eligible to apply for this position. Proof of eligibility is required for considerations.

• Confident with written communication
• Critical thinking skills
• Ability to work independently
• Must be in good conduct standing with the University of Florida.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral
• Experience in WordPress and Canva
• Proficiency in social media platforms and algorithms
• Interest in marketing and communications
• Interest in graphic design

Special Instructions to Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter, resume, and 2026-2027 Federal Work Study award letter.

This position is open to all UF degree-seeking students registered at least half-time and must maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA.

Students should print/screenshot their Financial Aid Award Page showing the FWS award as proof of eligibility. Available at: https://one.uf.edu/financialaid/aidyear. Final candidate will be asked to provide a copy of their Financial Aid Award Page with the FWS award. Please contact Student Financial Aid if you have any questions regarding your eligibility for Federal Work Study employment.

If you do not have a FWS award, please do not apply.