Mayor's Summer Youth Jobs Program - Communications Intern at City of Charleston | Charleston, WV

City of Charleston

Mayor's Summer Youth Jobs Program - Communications Intern

Charleston, WV (Unknown)

Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradSeasonal

Posted 4 months ago

Job Summary

Summarizes City of Charleston communications internship focus and core duties for fast-deciding candidates.

Own drafting media advisories, press releases, and road closure notices for city communications.
Must-have: ability to multi-task and communicate with diverse groups.
Standout: supports community-engagement events and updates the CRM knowledge base.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Drafting media advisories, press releases, and road closure notices
Drafting content plans and corresponding collateral for annual projects.
Creating daily content to be shared on city social media accounts
Providing support before and during press events
Providing support during city events where community engagement is a top priority
Assisting the Constituent Services team with administrative work including answering phones, filing, and greeting/assisting the general public - in addition to updating the existing knowledge base articles (FAQ's) in the city's Customer Relationship Management system
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

ages 16-20
The Communications Intern position is a part-time position and may work up to 35 hours per week.
Ability to communicate effectively (written and oral) with diverse groups of individuals.
Ability to multi-task and work on multiple projects and/or tasks simultaneously.
Ability to use a computer and smartphone.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (with emphasis on SharePoint, Word and Forms), Google Workspace (with emphasis on Docs and Forms), Canva, social media platforms (with emphasis on Facebook/Instagram, X, and basic photo and video editing
Ability to understand and learn new software systems/programs
Must have the ability to provide documentation verifying legal work status.
Ability to read and speak the English language proficiently in order to communicate and interact with others; to understand and interpret safety instructions; and to respond to internal and external inquiries.
Ability to understand and comply with City and departmental guidelines, policies, procedures and expectations.

City of Charleston

The City of Charleston is a progressive and energetic city and our goal is to grant our residents with the best service a city can provide and our visitors with the best vacation or business trip that a city can provide. Charleston is a special and unique city. The combination of our unequaled beauty, warm hospitality, and exceptional public spaces provide a wonderful backdrop for residents and visitors. Through careful conservation, creative and innovative financing, and meticulous planning, Charleston is a city that celebrates a rich history. Charleston was the first city in the country to enact a preservation ordinance. We have an active and ongoing interest in the protection and restoration of our buildings, which tell the story of our past. Keeping an eye to the future, we have set goals that make the livability and quality of life in Charleston the best in the nation. We work diligently to keep our city the best place in the country to work, to live and to play.

Charleston, South Carolina, USA

988 employees (41 in marketing)

www.charleston-sc.gov