Do you have a keen interest in Travel? Why not get involved in an exciting Student and Youth Travel Company? Working just a few hours each week, this opportunity will enable you to build your CV, gain valuable work experience in marketing, promotions and the travel industry whilst earning travel vouchers. We are looking for a number of people to fill positions in colleges all over the UK.

The purpose of the position

Act as the USIT point of contact on campus whilst increasing the profile and awareness of USIT products, Work abroad programmes, Language programmes, Volunteer programmes and other services to students and staff.

Principal Responsibilities

Increase awareness of USIT products and services during the college year, through ongoing promotions via postering and leaflet distribution on and off campus.
Assistance at road shows and promotions on campus: Work in America or Work and Travel.
Identify key events in your college for USIT to attend and/or sponsor.
Represent USIT on campus at such events.
Build relationships with Student Unions, career guidance counsellors and other college departments.
Generate ideas for promoting USIT products and services on your campus.
Ensure regular feedback to the Marketing Dept, through the completion of bi-monthly reports.

The Ideal Candidate will have

A keen interest in travel and/or marketing.
Participated on a Work and Travel programme e.g. Work in America/Work in Canada/Volunteer/Summer in Europe (Desirable but not essential).
Previous Sales/Marketing or travel industry experience.
An approachable, outgoing, enthusiastic and energetic outlook.
Willingness to assist in various promotions throughout the academic year.
Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
Ample time to dedicate to fulfilling the tasks above.
Keen eye for detail.

Payment

Payment is made in the form of £200 travel vouchers redeemable on flights, work and travel programmes, Language programmes, City breaks etc. Full product training will be provided.

To apply for this position

Please send your CV with a cover letter stating where you saw the advertisement and why you feel you would be suitable for the position
Email: info@studenttravel.com