Communications & Digital Storytelling Intern at Fort Pierce Utilities Authority | Fort Pierce, FL

Fort Pierce Utilities Authority

Communications & Digital Storytelling Intern

Fort Pierce, FL (Unknown)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradTemporary

Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Assist with planning and creating digital content for FPUA’s Youth Career Event as a summer internship, supporting promotion and storytelling.

Must-have: Entry-level digital content skills (photography, short-form video, CapCut/Canva/Adobe).
Standout: Participation in Internship Program activities with cross-department collaboration.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and marketing for key outreach initiatives, including FPUA’s 3rd Annual Youth Career Event.
Assist with building a simple communications calendar aligned with the FPUA Youth Career Event, public utility observances, and community outreach.
Plan content timelines to support event promotion before, during, and after the Youth Career Event.
Support the creation of brand-aligned social media graphics and event promotions.
Organize photos, videos, and templates into a shared content library for future use.
Assist with drafting short captions, headlines, and explainer copy.
Support planning and production of short videos highlighting career pathways, utility roles, and event experiences.
Assist with organizing digital assets and documenting basic content workflows.
Work with staff across departments to gather information and support storytelling.
Attend select meetings and events related to customer or event outreach and career education.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent from an accredited source.
Candidates pursuing or intending to pursue higher education, technical training, or a career pathway related to the internship area are encouraged to apply.
Demonstrated interest in professional growth through coursework, projects, employment, or extracurricular involvement preferred.
Entry-level experience creating digital content, including photography and short-form video.
Basic experience using video editing or graphic design tools such as CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva, or similar platforms preferred.
Experience publishing social media and email content desired.
Must possess:
Ability to incorporate and employ on a continuous basis: initiate change, creativity, collaboration, pride and accountability.
Basic understanding of social media platforms and digital content trends (Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube).
Interest in digital storytelling, content creation, and community engagement.

Preferred

Demonstrated interest in professional growth through coursework, projects, employment, or extracurricular involvement preferred.
Entry-level experience creating digital content, including photography and short-form video preferred.
Basic experience using video editing or graphic design tools such as CapCut, Adobe Premiere Pro, Canva, or similar platforms preferred.
Experience publishing social media and email content desired.

Benefits

Facility tours, workshops, and professional development sessions.
Participation in FPUA Internship Program activities, including facility tours, workshops, and professional development sessions.

Fort Pierce Utilities Authority

FPUA is a municipal utility provider located in Fort Pierce in St. Lucie County, Florida. Our mission is to provide our customers with economical, reliable and friendly service in a continuous effort to enhance the quality of life in our community.

Founded in 1972

Fort Pierce, Florida, USA

159 employees (3 in marketing)

www.fpua.com