Student Assistant - AI & Social Media

Responsibilities

• Social Media Management (Approximately 50%)
• Manage day-to-day social media activities, primarily on LinkedIn and Facebook, while supporting additional platforms as appropriate.
• Create, schedule, and publish engaging content aligned with NAI's established communications strategy and organizational priorities.
• Develop compelling captions, graphics, short-form videos, and other digital content highlighting inventors, inventions, programs, awards, partnerships, and events.
• Maintain and execute the social media content calendar in coordination with NAI's communications team.
• Monitor engagement, comments, and messages, escalating inquiries requiring staff attention.
• Support campaigns for major NAI initiatives, including the Annual Conference, inventor recognition programs, innovation showcases, educational initiatives, and partnerships.
• Adapt content to engage diverse audiences, including inventors across disciplines, industry leaders, researchers, students, foundations, and current and prospective partners.
• Track performance and recommend adjustments to improve reach and engagement.
• AI-Powered Communications & Innovation (Approximately 50%)

Requirements

• MUST BE A CURRENTLY ENROLLED USF STUDENT TO APPLY
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program.
• Strong interest in artificial intelligence and emerging digital technologies.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn, Facebook, and digital content creation.
• Experience using, or willingness to learn, generative AI tools.
• Strong writing, communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and collaborate with a remote team.
• Creativity, curiosity, and enthusiasm for testing new approaches.

Preferred

• Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Cloud, video editing, social media management platforms, AI automation tools, or basic programming is desirable but not required