Communications Intern
Summary
The Communications Intern assists the Communications Coordinator with a variety of digital communications tasks and projects, including developing social media content, writing articles, updating web content, ensuring web and social media are ADA compliant, and helping with events and community initiatives.
This position will work on-site up to 15 hours a week.
Duration of employment may be up to 6 months
The position is open until filled.
Priority review of applications begins February 2, 2026.
Examples of Duties:
- Review the City’s content calendar and create content and graphics for the City’s social media channels.
- Use tools like Adobe InDesign, Premiere, Canva or similar tools to develop posters, videos, reels, and posts to effectively convey a story.
- Review web content for proper ADA compliance, including alt tags, broken links, design concerns and more.
- Add meta descriptions to web pages for improved SEO.
- Monitor web traffic and recommend web navigation changes.
- Take photos in the community of city projects and events to be used online and in city publications.
- Track social media and website metrics.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Enrolled in a marketing, communication, or related degree program at a regionally accredited college or university.
- Experience with Windows-based environment.
- Experience with social media tools, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X (formerly Twitter).
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with website content management systems.
- Experience in writing for the public.
- Experience working with colleagues and the public.