Student Communications and Podcast Intern

About FIU

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Job Summary

The Humanities Edge at FIU, in collaboration with the Public Humanities Lab, is seeking a dynamic and motivated student intern for Fall 2025. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in communications, digital content creation, podcast development, and program administration.Intern will be credited on the PHL Team page, in podcast promotional materials, and in Humanities Edge Newsletter, as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a Humanities major (Art, Art History, English, History, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Modern Languages, etc.).

• Completion of FIU Service Excellence training (or within first 30 days).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Experience or interest in podcasting, interviewing, and audio-visual editing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with Mailchimp.
• Skilled in social media content creation and digital storytelling.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working independently and in a team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality with sensitive information.
• Passion for education and the humanities.

Job Category

Student Assistant

Student Disclosure

• Applicants must be currently enrolled as a student at FIU with a minimum of six (6) credits as an Undergraduate student or three (3) credits as a Graduate student during the Fall and Spring semesters. 
• During the Summer semesters, Students need only remain enrolled and are not required to take credit hours, but cannot have graduated.
• Upon decreasing credit hours or graduating, student employment must end.

Work Schedule

• Flexible 
• Hybrid 
• This is a one semester internship. 
• 10 to 12 weeks not to exceed 144 hours per semester. 

Advertised Salary

$18.00/hour 

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check

This student appointment may be subjected to a pre-employment background check.