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External Relations Marketing and Event Assistant

Florida Atlantic University

Florida Atlantic University

Marketing & Communications, Administration
Boca Raton, FL, USA
USD 14-14 / hour
Posted on Sep 5, 2025

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking an FAU undergraduate student for the position of External Relations Marketing and Event Assistant - Boca Raton, FL.

The Florida Atlantic University Libraries serve more than 30,000 students in Boca Raton, Jupiter, Harbor Branch, Fort Lauderdale, Dania Beach, and Davie and students from Palm Beach State College (Boca Raton Campus). The FAU Libraries’ vision is student-focused with an emphasis on engagement across the University and the broader community.

Summary of Responsibilities:

  • Manage and create content for Florida Atlantic Libraries' social media platforms.
  • Develop engaging posts, reels, and stories to highlight events, student life, and library services.
  • Use Canva and other tools to design graphics, flyers, and promotional materials.
  • Assist in creating marketing collateral and brainstorming strategies for campaigns.
  • Track performance metrics and suggest improvements for engagement.
  • Assist with event setup, takedown, and day of event operations.
  • Support the flow of events to ensure smooth execution and a positive experience for attendees.
  • Help manage swag inventory and distribute giveaways at events.
  • Represent Florida Atlantic Libraries at tabling events on campus, both internally within the library and at other campus opportunities.
  • Capture photos and short videos of events, student life, and library activities for marketing purposes.
  • Collaborate with the team to curate and edit visual content to enhance social media and promotional materials.
  • Assist with student engagement activities to promote Florida Atlantic Libraries' resources and initiatives.

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Minimum Qualifications:

Degree-seeking undergraduate student with a minimum of six credit hours (or twelve if international) and a 2.0 GPA.

Salary:

$14.00 per hour.

Temporary Student

College or Department:

University Libraries

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

20 hours per week, Monday - Friday. Flexible with students' schedule. Occasional weekends and evening hours may be needed.

Application Deadline:

2025-09-18

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This is a part time position.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at accommodate@fau.edu. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance call 7-1-1.