Marketing Summer Student

Marketing Summer Student

Temporary, Full Time (May 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024)

As a Marketing Summer Student, you will support member engagement, retention, and growth via digital channels and through community involvement activities. Strengthening SASCU’s reputation via public relations and social media will be a key goal. You will measure and report on performance results relative to established metrics and strategic goals.

What you’ll do:

Social Media

• Work with SASCU’s graphic designer to complete writing and design projects.
• Execute SASCU’s Social Media Strategy including sourcing, writing, creating, and coordinating content material, including video.
• Maintain SASCU’s presence in online communities, monitor comments, queries and requests, and ensure timely and appropriate follow-up.

Community

• Support SASCU Community Crew engagement and participation.
• Enhance SASCU’s visibility and appropriate participation in projects, activities, events, and other supported initiatives, particularly those where sponsorship partnerships have been established.
• Coordinate display materials and create and distribute staff and community communication.
• Participate in community events and activities.
• Coordinate with third party producers, vendors, and suppliers.
• Perform other tasks that contribute to the success of our members and SASCU.

What you’ll bring:

• At least 1 year of post-secondary education with a focus on Digital Marketing, Communications, or related field, or enrollment in such a program.
• Solid knowledge of social media and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work under deadlines and adapt easily to changing priorities and business needs.
• A self-starter with excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Flexible schedule, including ability to work evening and weekends as required for special events and activities.
• Event and/or volunteer coordination experience is considered an asset.
• A valid driver’s license and access to reliable transportation is required.

We invest in our employees by offering:

• A competitive base salary ($20.23 - $23.79 hourly).
• Paid time off including vacation, medical/care time, and paid community volunteering.
• Opportunities for career growth, financial assistance for training and development, and rewards and recognition.
• Additional benefits including waived or reduced banking fees.

What to expect (and how to apply):

This is a temporary full-time position (37.5 hours per week) from May 1, 2024 to August 31, 2024, Monday to Friday, with occasional weekend availability required. It is an excellent opportunity for a community-minded individual to expand your professional network and gain real-world experience in Marketing. If this sounds like you, we want to hear from you!

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:

SASCU is an equal opportunity employer committed to supporting Diversity and Inclusion. We recruit and select applicants for employment solely based on their qualifications, with emphasis on selecting the best-qualified person for the job. We support an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their experiences, ideas, and perspectives.

A bit about SASCU:

SASCU Financial Group offers a broad range of personal and business financial services through SASCU Credit Union and its three lines of business: SASCU Insurance, SASCU Wealth, and Commercial banking. SASCU Credit Union branches are in Sicamous and Sorrento, plus two in Salmon Arm. Established in 1946, SASCU has more than 19,000 members, 150 staff, and over $1 billion in assets. Learn more at www.sascu.com

The successful candidate will be required to meet fidelity bonding requirements, including completion of references, a criminal record check, and credit check.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 4 months

Salary: From $20.23 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• On-site parking
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift

Education:

• Secondary School (required)

Work Location: In person