The current opportunity is available for current Manchester Met students, to apply you must be based in the UK for the duration of the role.
Are you creative, organised and passionate about digital content?
The Department of Health Professions is looking for a Social Media Intern to help showcase the inspiring work happening across our programmes.
This is a great opportunity to gain hands‑on experience in content creation, social media management and digital storytelling — ideal for anyone building a portfolio or exploring a career in media, communications or marketing.
About the Role
Working alongside staff across the department, you will help create and curate engaging content for our website, Instagram and LinkedIn channels. You’ll be given a monthly content plan and the freedom to bring your creative ideas to life.
The department delivers a range of programmes, including Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Dietetics, Food Science and Nutrition and Occupational Health, Safety and Environment — giving you plenty of opportunities to capture meaningful, varied content.
What You’ll Do
- Draft and edit social media posts and visual materials
- Create engaging multimedia content such as photos, reels, graphics and short videos
- Attend on‑campus events to capture content and gather stories
- Write short news articles for our website
- Identify events, stories and opportunities for online promotion
- Support analysis of similar departmental or sector social media accounts
- Collaborate with students and staff when capturing content
- Report ideas and progress to the Programme Support Tutor who leads departmental social media
What You’ll Gain
✔ Real‑world social media and communications experience
✔ Portfolio‑ready content
✔ Experience working in a professional academic environment
✔ Flexible hours that fit around your studies
✔ Support and mentorship from staff
Dates: June 2026 to July 2027
Hours of Work: 8 hours per week
Details of training: Training will be provided relating to social media policy and practice for Manchester Met and the Dept.