Florida 4-H Public Relations FWS Student Assistant

Classification Title:	Florida 4-H Public Relations FWS Student Assistant
Classification Minimum Requirements:	• Must have a current Federal Work Study (FWS) award • Currently enrolled as a University of Florida student and eligible for Federal Work-Study. • Written and verbal communication skills. • Basic knowledge of social media platforms and content creation. • Basic design skills and experience using Canva or similar design software. • Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. • Interest in public relations, communications, marketing, journalism, graphic design, or a related field.
Job Description:

• →Assist with updating and maintaining the Florida 4-H website to ensure content is current, accurate, and engaging.
• →Create and edit social media content, including short-form videos and reels.
• →Design promotional materials such as flyers, brochures, graphics, and digital materials using Canva.
• →Assist with writing and editing blogs, news releases, social media captions, and other communications materials.
• →Support Florida 4-H marketing and public relations campaigns and special projects.
• →Help maintain consistent Florida 4-H branding across digital and print materials.
• →Assist with gathering photos, stories, and content from Florida 4-H programs and events.
• →Support other communications and public relations projects as needed.

 

Expected Salary:

$15 per hour

Required Qualifications:

• →Must have a current Federal Work Study (FWS) award
• →Currently enrolled as a University of Florida student and eligible for Federal Work-Study.
• →Written and verbal communication skills.
• →Basic knowledge of social media platforms and content creation.
• →Basic design skills and experience using Canva or similar design software.
• →Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• →Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• →Interest in public relations, communications, marketing, journalism, graphic design, or a related field.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• →Experience managing or updating website content.
• →Experience creating and editing short-form video content, particularly reels.
• →Experience with Canva
• →Experience writing blogs, news releases, social media content, or other professional communications.
• →Knowledge of social media trends and best practices.
• →Pursuing a degree in public relations, communications, journalism, marketing, advertising, graphic design, or a related field. 

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Work Schedule Availability: Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, 10-20 hours a week

Projected Start Date for this position will be 4-6 weeks after the Job posting closes

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. 

ALL students applying to this position must submit current UF Federal Work Study Award stating proof of Federal Work Study. Students seeking FWS employment 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. 

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: No

 

Advertised: 08 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 29 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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