{"id":6285,"date":"2026-04-08T10:51:58","date_gmt":"2026-04-08T14:51:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/experience.syracuse.edu\/the-peel\/?p=6285"},"modified":"2026-04-08T10:52:02","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T14:52:02","slug":"feed-check-become-an-influencer-for-the-student-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/experience.syracuse.edu\/the-peel\/2026\/04\/08\/feed-check-become-an-influencer-for-the-student-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"Feed Check: Become an Influencer for the Student Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Have you ever scrolled on TikTok or Instagram and thought, \u201cIt would be so cool to be an influencer?\u201d Well, now is your chance! Syracuse University\u2019s Student Experience Communications team is hiring student interns next year who will collaborate and bring the <a href=\"https:\/\/experience.syracuse.edu\/\">Student Experience Division<\/a>\u2019s social media presence to the next level.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Social Media Ambassador<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The social media ambassador is going to be the Student Experience\u2019s first influencer-esque position! If you love being in front of the camera and have school spirit, this role is for you! From person-on-the-street interviews to viral pop culture trends related to Syracuse, we\u2019re looking for someone who\u2019s got the creative juices to make <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/mysuexperience\/\">@MySUExperience<\/a> and other divisional Instagram accounts pop. 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No matter what field you pursue, this job will provide you with social media skills that will apply to all career fields.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Digital Content Intern&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you love social media and digital content but are looking for a more writing-based role, this is for you. Our digital content interns pitch and write all of our stories for <a href=\"https:\/\/experience.syracuse.edu\/the-peel\">The Peel<\/a>. Whether it&#8217;s events happening on campus or lifestyle content related to students, our newsletter is centered around the fun of being a student at Syracuse! Digital content interns also help with social media by pitching and producing content.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re someone who\u2019s always wanted a Substack or blog about college life, this position is perfect for you! Digital content interns will learn strong writing skills and how to keep readers engaged and excited. Additionally, you\u2019ll learn social media production skills and ways to promote The Peel via our socials. These interns may also assist with other writing-based digital content, like press releases, as needed.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We need interns with lots of creative ideas looking to inform and excite your fellow students about campus life. If you love all things digital communications and\/or want to learn more about this career path, this position is for you!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both positions require creative and eager minds ready to produce unique and engaging content made by students, for students. Applications for each role will be posted on <a href=\"https:\/\/careerservices.syr.edu\/resources\/handshake-2\/\">Handshake<\/a>. If you are interested in applying, please <a href=\"mailto:grlake@syr.edu\">email Student Experience Communications director Gabrielle Lake<\/a> for more information.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Written By Mirren Grimason \u201929, S.I. 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