Communications Intern at City of Fate | Fate, TX

City of Fate

Communications Intern

Fate, TX (On-site)

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Posted 4 months ago

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Job Summary

Drive a foundational city communications internship, focusing on content creation for websites and social channels in a local government setting.

Must-have: Strong writing and communication skills for public content.
Standout: Part-time role with potential extension and hands-on media production work.

Job Description

Responsibilities

The City of Fate is seeking a motivated intern for a paid internship with the City Manager's Office.
This internship provides hands-on experience in municipal communications and public engagement within a local government environment.
The intern will assist with drafting and editing content for the City's website, social media platforms, newsletters, press releases, and other public-facing materials.
Responsibilities may include researching topics to support messaging initiatives, developing graphics or visual content, assisting with event promotion, monitoring engagement metrics, and supporting internal and external communication efforts.
The intern may also contribute to special projects related to community outreach, branding, and public information campaigns.
Additional administrative tasks may be assigned as needed to support departmental operations.
Identifies content requirements and suggests content strategies and deliverables as part of robust communications plans.
Develops, manages, and posts content for the social media, website, and other platforms; maintains a consistent writing style, voice and branding across platforms.
Designs and maintains communication materials, including digital content, brochures, promotional materials, and publications using a variety of media.
Monitor City website for maintenance, routinely checks web traffic analytic and trains other member of staff on website
Create, edits, & contributes to a city photo library.
Assist with script writing & video production.
Performs other related duties as required
Duration: Internship may be extended up to a year based on organizational needs.
Schedule: Part-time

Requirements

Open to high school seniors, college students (all levels), recent graduates, and individuals pursuing non-traditional educational paths. Formal course working communications, public administration, journalism, marketing, political science, or are related field is helpful but not required. Equivalent experience, demonstrate interest, or a strong portfolio of work will also be considered.
Skill in using Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Familiarity with generative artificial intelligence.
Valid Class C Driver's License with clean driving record Driving is a requirement for this position

City of Fate

The City of Fate is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas. In 2000, there were fewer than 600 residents, now in 2024 more than 27,000 people call Fate home. Located in the heart of Rockwall County and only 30 minutes from Dallas, Fate is quickly emerging as one of the most dynamic areas in the DFW area. With an average resident age of 34 years old and an average household income of over $100,000 per year, Fate provides an untapped business market on the verge of significant growth.For more information, please contact the City of Fate Assistant City Manager, Steven Downs.

Rockwall, Texas, USA

54 employees

www.fatetx.gov