Communications Intern (10001)

Description
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC), a 98-year-old, nationally recognized organization serving the vibrant and culturally diverse populations of Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties on the border of Washington, D.C.
The Office of the Chief Information Officer, (OCIO) is seeking an Intern 2. The position will work 15 hours per week at an hourly rate of $22.00 to $22.50 per hour.
Examples of Important Duties
Duties And Responsibilities To Be Assigned

• Works closely with small communications team to assist with implementation of developed communication plans for technology project campaigns to employee stakeholders.
• Implementation of communications plans may include:
• Writing copy for emails, graphics, instructional materials, and intranet
• Developing and managing project SharePoint sites
• Creating stakeholder feedback surveys, monitor surveys, analyze data, and write data summary reports
• Assisting with contract graphic designer to develop graphics for project campaigns
• Working with communications team to plan, design, and launch department newsletter
• Writing, recording, editing, and posting instructional videos
• Assists with communications coordination for governance groups by preparing PowerPoints / slide decks, reports, or other information
• Attends project team meetings as well as department staff meetings
• Learns and / or knows digital communications compliance
• Provides excellent customer service to employees
• Be a collaborative, cooperative team member who will work with cross-functional teams
• Be solution-oriented
• Be willing to work under established – sometimes tight -- deadlines
• Other duties as assigned
  

Course Background/Skills Needed (training, experience preferred or required):

• Understanding of / Experience in / Willingness to Learn Microsoft 365 apps (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, Forms, Outlook and Clipchamp)
• Exhibits a polished, professional writing style
• Demonstrates superior written English
• Possesses the ability to take complex ideas and turn them into easily understood copy in English
• Builds trust with stakeholders and team members by communicating promptly, following through, completing assignment, and meeting deadlines
• Refined digital production skills (recording, editing, etc.)
• Ability to move between varying levels of stakeholder groups with comfort (executive-level, subject matter experts, end users, etc.)
• Support the mission of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission by managing physical growth, protecting natural and historic resources, and providing recreational experiences for Montgomery and Prince George's Counties, Maryland.
  

Additional Qualifications (quantitative skills, computer familiarity/software skills, oral or written communication skills:

• High level of professionalism (punctual, communicative, reliable, respectful)
• Computer skills
• Willingness to learn new digital skills to accomplish project goals
• Sense of humor
• High level of curiosity
  

Minimum Qualifications
Student who has received a Bachelor’s Degree and accepted or enrolled in a Master’s Degree Program in a field of study related to the discipline of the area to which assigned.
Supplemental Information
Classification Specification Intern 2
May be subject to medical drug and alcohol testing.
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate a workplace culture of diversity, equity and inclusion without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other non-merit factor.
Applicants with Disabilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
If you require accommodations or special arrangements due to a qualifying disability, please notify the Recruitment & Selections Services Unit at the time of applications at or 301-454-1411 (Maryland Relay 7-1-1)
M-NCPPC will make all efforts to reasonably accommodate you.
THE MARYLAND-NATIONAL CAPITAL PARK AND PLANNING COMMISSION
2026 Benefit Summary For Seasonal Intermittent Employees
The following information is a summary of benefits extended to all Seasonal employees of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission (M-NCPPC). This is for informational purposes only and is subject to change.
Limited Benefits For Seasonal Employees
Health Insurance Plans
You are eligible for specific health insurance benefits if you worked, on average, 30 hours per week during your first 12 months of employment or from October 3rd to October 2nd each subsequent period following your first 12 months of employment. This equates to 1,560 hours over a 12-month period.
If and when you are eligible for benefits, you will receive notification directly from the Health & Benefits Office.
Eligible Employees Pay 35% of the health insurance plan premium and The Commission Pays 65%.

• Medical
• Kaiser Permanente Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) with Prescription Plan
• UnitedHealthcare Select Plan (EPO)
• Prescription: CVS Caremark Prescription Plan

Other Benefits

• Credit Union
• Sick Leave Benefits
  

This summary is intended to highlight some of the benefits offered by the M-NCPPC. It is not an all-inclusive agreement and is subject to change. For a more detailed description of benefits, please see the appropriate benefits brochure, service agreement or manual. For more information, contact The Health and Benefits Office at benefits@mncppc.org or 301-454-1694.