Marketing & Promotions Assistant (2026/27)

Marketing & Promotions Assistant – Student Opportunity for 2026/27

Start Date(s) – April & August 2026

Contract End – April 30, 2027

Are you creative, organized, and interested in marketing or communications? NAITSA is hiring a Marketing & Promotions Assistant to support on-campus promotions, social media content, and student-facing campaigns.

This role is ideal for students who want hands-on marketing experience, enjoy being involved in campus life, and are excited to help promote programs and services that support the student community.

There are 2 positions available for the 2026/27 academic year.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Communications Director, responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:

On-Campus Promotions and Events:

• Support the Communications team in setting up and managing promotional booths around campus


• Participate in street team activities to promote NAITSA’s campaigns throughout the academic year
  

Social Media and Content Support:

• Collaborate with the Social Media Marketing Specialist to develop and schedule engaging content for NAITSA’s social media platforms


• Assist with content creation and help monitor social media trends

Visual Marketing and Campus Presence:

• Maintain NAITSA poster boards around campus
  Update physical poster boards on main campus on a weekly basis or as needed, in accordance with NAITSA’s poster board policies

General Marketing Support:

• Assist with additional marketing and promotions tasks based on departmental needs and the successful candidate’s skills, interests, and availability

Other:

• Other duties may be assigned based on marketing needs and the successful candidate’s skills, interests, and availability.

Qualifications & Considerations

Eligibility and Availability:

• Must be a current NAIT student enrolled for the full 2026/27 academic year, until at least April 2027


• Preference for candidates with a flexible schedule, with ideal availability between 11am–2pm on weekdays for promotional booths


• Poster board shifts are flexible and can be adjusted to the candidate’s class schedule


• Must be available for shifts during peak periods including NAIT Student Orientation and Service Fair

Skills and Experience:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Previous work experience in marketing, social media management, and/or promotions is considered an asset


• Strong time management skills with the ability to work independently


• Reliable and dependable to attend scheduled shifts and meet deadlines

Working Conditions:

• Average 10 hours per week, with some flexibility depending on the required tasks


• Must be comfortable to be in front of a camera and have your likeness online


• Physical requirements include walking main campus to update poster boards, lifting up to 25 lbs, repetitive motions, standing for long periods

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please provide the following:

• Resume (PDF)


• Cover Letter (PDF). Within your cover letter, please answer the following question: Why are you interested in this role, and what kind of creative work do you enjoy or want to explore as a student?


• Samples of your work. This does not need to be a professional portfolio. Examples may include any social media content you have created (posts, stories, reels, captions), class projects, posters/graphics/promotional materials, photography/video, or other creative work.


• Application responses should be written in the candidate's own words and not generated by AI or automated tools. Applications may be reviewed for originality as part of the assessment process.

You will receive a confirmation email once your application has been submitted. While we appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Next Steps

• Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis


• Interviews are expected to begin in early March


• Interviews will take place on campus at the NAITSA office


• There are two available positions; one starting April, and one starting August

Questions about accessibility or the application process?

Email [email protected] for general employment inquiries or to request accommodations during the recruitment or hiring process. Please do not use this email to request updates on your application status.

Closing Date: March 13th at 3:00PM, or until suitable candidates are found.

We can’t wait to see your application!