Federal Work-Study (FWS) Internship Program: American Studies Marketing and Administrative Support Internship (Student Wage)
University of Virginia
Summary
The Department of American Studies is seeking a highly motivated, organized, creative, and engaging student to serve as the Marketing and Administrative Support intern for the 2026-2027 academic year. The intern will report to the Department Manager, Hayley Spear, and will assist with a variety of tasks related to the work of the department. In addition to the job responsibilities outlined below, this position will be part of a structured internship experience through the Internship Placement Program (IPP). If selected, interns will participate in an asynchronous co-curricular workshop series through Canvas. Through this robust internship experience, students will receive dedicated career support from their supervisor and gain key skills and competencies that align with future job interests. The Federal Work Study Internship will look great on a resume and provide impactful stories to share in interviews. TFWS Internships are best suited for undergraduate students in their second to fourth years.
Job description
Core responsibilities include:
- Management of the department’s bulletin board, for aesthetically interesting engagement, with up-to-date information of departmental events.
- Regular review of AMST website, to update and refresh content.
- Marketing of American Studies events through various channels including the creation and distribution of flyers digitally and across Grounds.
- Drafting and revising of the American Studies newsletter.
- Support in planning and executing department events, such as the AMST end-of-year celebration and graduation ceremony (pending the intern’s availability in mid-May 2027.)
- Office administrative support – unboxing and managing office supplies.
Qualifications:
- Federal work study eligibility.
- Current UVA undergraduate student.
Desired skills:
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
- Self-motivated with time-management skills.
- Proficiency with or willingness to learn Canva, Adobe, and Microsoft Office Suite including OneDrive and Excel.
- Experience generating written content for public audiences is a plus.
- Comfort with image production and editing for web use.
- Strong written communication and problem-solving skills.
- Interest in digital and print marketing, web operations, and emerging marketing technology.
- Interest in strengthening the American Studies student experience through support of departmental projects and events.
Students will work 1 – 10 hours a week.
Some aspects of this position can be completed remotely, but candidates should expect physical tasks that require work to be conducted in and around the office in Wilson Hall.
Job duration: September/October 2026 through May.
Compensation: $18/hr.
Requirements
- Federal work study eligibility
- Current UVA undergraduate student
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
- Self-motivated with time-management skills
- Proficiency with or willingness to learn Canva, Adobe, and Microsoft Office Suite including OneDrive and Excel
- Strong written communication and problem-solving skills
Company overview
The University of Virginia (UVA) is a prestigious public research university founded in 1819 by Thomas Jefferson. As a leading academic institution, UVA operates a comprehensive health system and medical center that serves as a major healthcare provider for central Virginia. The university's academic medical center includes the UVA Health System, which encompasses a 700-bed hospital, outpatient clinics, and specialized care facilities. UVA is renowned for its medical research programs, particularly in areas such as cancer research, neuroscience, cardiovascular medicine, and infectious diseases. The School of Medicine consistently ranks among the top medical schools in the United States and conducts groundbreaking biomedical research through its various institutes and centers. UVA's research enterprise spans basic science, translational research, and clinical trials, with significant contributions to medical advancements and healthcare innovation. The university's academic programs in health sciences include medicine, nursing, and public health, training the next generation of healthcare professionals while advancing medical knowledge through cutting-edge research initiatives.