SAS Event & Communication Intern

BRITISH UNIVERSITY VIETNAM (BUV)

British University Vietnam (BUV) is the first and only international university in Vietnam to directly award British degrees from the prestigious University of London and other UK universities. BUV is rated a 5 Star university of excellence by the world recognised QS accreditor and is also recognised with a University-wide accreditation from the UK’s Quality Assurance Agency (QAA).

BUV has three main brand drivers:

• Offering accredited British and international higher education and training in Vietnam.
• Providing 5-star university campuses, learning spaces, and services.
• Including a Personal and Social Growth (PSG) Program that prepares students for the future of life and work.

Established in 2009, BUV provides teaching for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Employability rates for students are exceptionally high with 100% of graduates from BUV either employed or continuing higher education within 3 months after graduation.

Students study at BUV’s award-winning campus in the Ecopark township near Hanoi. With its state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities and an iconic design, BUV is recognised as one of the best educational environments in Southeast Asia.

POSITION PURPOSE

The SAS Event & Communication Intern is a full-time internship role designed to provide operational support to the Student Academic Support (SAS) team. Reporting directly to the SAS Manager, the Intern will assist in the execution of communication tasks and event logistics aimed at boosting student engagement. This role provides an opportunity to learn how academic support services are promoted and delivered within a higher education environment.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

1. Media, PR, and Communications

· Assist in the execution of communication plans to promote SAS services.

· Support the management of SAS social media platforms by drafting posts, scheduling content as directed, and monitoring basic engagement levels.

· Contribute ideas to the monthly PR calendar in alignment with the academic timeline.

2. Content Development & Graphic Design

· Draft engaging written content for newsletters and digital announcements.

· Design basic promotional graphics, banners, and digital screen assets using templates and following university branding guidelines.

· Help maintain a library of visual assets for SAS services and events.

3. Event Planning & Execution

· Provide logistical support for SAS events during PSG Weeks, such as preparing materials, setting up venues, and assisting with attendee registration.

· Take part in planning & assist SAS’s booth during Orientation Week to help introduce new students to academic support services.

· Support the onsite delivery of workshops and recaps, ensuring equipment and rooms are prepared and running smoothly.

4. Academic Support Projects Coordination

· Support the coordination of Assessment Recap Sessions by gathering feedback forms and helping organize schedules with tutors.

· Assist in the administrative setup of Study Skills Workshops, including room bookings, printing materials, and tracking student attendance.

5. Promotion & Student Engagement

· Help implement awareness activities to promote SAS services across the student body.

· Assist in collecting and compiling student feedback and survey data following events to assist the SAS Manager in service improvement.

· Collaborate with student ambassadors, faculties & other stakeholders at BUV as directed to help distribute promotional materials.

· Provide other support for SAS promotional activities and initiatives as directed by the SAS Manager.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS

COMPETENCIES (knowledge, skills, and abilities)

Essential

· Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Education, or a related field

· Experience in event coordination and content creation (social media, graphic design)

· Strong organisational and project management skills

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

· Proficiency in Canva, Adobe Suite, or other design tools

Desirable

· Prior experience working with students or in an educational environment

· Familiarity with higher education and academic support services

COMPETENCIES (behavioural)

Essential

– Effective Communication

– Planning & Organising

– Creative thinking & innovation

– Teamwork & Collaboration

– Kindness & Respect

Desirable

– Strategic Orientation & Leadership

– Problem Solving & Decision Making

– Inter-department Relationships

BENEFITS

• Competitive monthly honoraria
• Transportation support;
• Onsite fitness and sports centre;
• Opportunity to work within a professional and multicultural environment.

Interested candidates should prepare an up-to-date CV and application letter indicating for which position you are applying. Please then select SUBMIT YOUR CV button on our JOBS AT BUV webpage or email to hr@buv.edu.vn. We will invite short-listed candidates for interviews. Recruitment will remain open until the position is filled.

Important Notice:

To strengthen communication and protect candidates from increasingly complex fraud risks, please note that BUV will never request any fees or payments during the recruitment process. Be cautious of scams that ask for money to apply.

The Human Resources Department (HRD) of BUV only uses the official email address hr@buv.edu.vn. If you are ever unsure about the authenticity of any information or request, kindly contact HRD at hr@buv.edu.vn or by phone at +84 2216 250 250 during office hours for verification and support.

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