Communications Intern

Prior Lake, MN (Hybrid)

$14/hr – $16/hrIntern/New GradInternship

Posted 5 months ago

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Job Summary

The role focuses on municipal communications across newsletters, website management, and social media. It emphasizes coordinating content with city staff, maintaining editorial calendars, and ensuring accessible, accurate information for residents. Qualifications center on strong communication skills and familiarity with CMS and social platforms, with some preferred design skills.

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Newsletter Development: Draft, edit, and format the City’s quarterly newsletter (The Credit River Flow).
  • Newsletter Development: Coordinate with City staff and officials to gather content, updates, and announcements.
  • Newsletter Development: Ensure content is clear, accurate, and accessible to residents.
  • Newsletter Development: Assist with layout design and distribution (digital and/or print).
  • Newsletter Development: Maintain an editorial calendar for recurring communications.
  • Website Management: Update and maintain content on the City’s official website.
  • Website Management: Post meeting notices, agendas, public announcements, and event information.
  • Website Management: Review content regularly for accuracy and clarity.
  • Website Management: Ensure website information is organized and user-friendly.
  • Social Media Management: Create and schedule posts for the City’s official social media accounts.

Requirements

  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Current enrollment in or recent graduate of a program in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Political Science, Public Administration, or a related field.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
  • Familiarity with social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, X).
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with website content management systems (CMS).
  • Basic graphic design skills (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
  • Interest in local government or public service.
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.

Preferred

  • Experience with website content management systems (CMS).
  • Basic graphic design skills (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite).
  • Interest in local government or public service.
  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently.

Benefits

  • Valuable experience in municipal communications and local government operations.