Communications & Marketing Intern

Communications & Marketing Intern

Are you a creative storyteller with excellent writing skills who is always on top of the latest social media trends? Have you ever thought, I wish content creation were a job? Well, look no further, because this is not your average internship. Local government communications can be a surprisingly fun and fast-paced profession. You will have the opportunity to learn and grow in a supportive and creative environment where you will gain real-world experience to prepare you for your future career. Under the supervision of the Multimedia Communications Strategist, the Communications & Marketing Intern functions in a communications support role in the implementation, development and coordination of marketing and public relations policies, procedures and activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a valid driver's license
• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree seeking program in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing or a related area of study
• Available to work in-person in Dublin, Ohio

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior internship/volunteer experience in the fields of Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing or other related field
• Ideal candidates are assertive, comfortable with multi-tasking, and have the ability to prioritize their responsibilities and manage deadlines with minimal supervision

Intern Pay Structure:

• Undergraduate Freshman: $15.00/hour
• Undergraduate Sophomore: $15.50/hour
• Undergraduate Junior: $16.00/hour
• Undergraduate Senior: $16.50/hour
• First Year Graduate Student: $17.50/hour
• Second Year Graduate Student: $19.00/hour

Beyond the Paycheck:

• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS) enrollment and contributions
• Potential Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility
• Support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 20% discount on classes and free textbooks at Franklin University
• Discounts on memberships at the Dublin Community Recreation Center (DCRC)
• Employee recognition and appreciation events throughout the summer
• Discounted/free employee participation in select City events (Memorial Golf Tournament, Dublin Irish Festival, etc.)
• Career mapping and growth opportunities

Examples of Duties Include, But Are Not Limited To:

• Assist with the development and implementation of internal/external communications, engagement, outreach and recognition events
• Conduct social media research, digital media development and media tracking
• Develop creative concepts and communication plans for special projects
• Create strategic content and accurate and timely key messaging for all platforms
• Write news releases, website copy and social media content
• Create, storyboard, film and edit short-form videos to be posted as Instagram Reels and shared among other social platforms
• Shadow and support media relations efforts at City events, including observing interviews, assisting with on-site coordination and learning best practices for working with news media
• Assist with research, interviews and writing for long-form storytelling projects, such as feature articles for Dublin Life magazine and other City publications
• Support on-site event coverage through photography, video and real-time social media content
• Create public awareness campaigns for City services and initiatives
• Adhere to brand guidelines and standards of the City

The City of Dublin is an equal opportunity employer.