Communications & Research Associate (Remote • Part-Time)
The Grauer School
Encinitas, CA (Remote)
In-houseFull-timeEntry level
4 hrs ago
Strategic Communications and Social Media Intern - Department of Public Utilities
Boston, MA (Hybrid)
Salary Not AvailableIntern/New GradInternship
Posted 4 months ago
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Job Summary
Support the Massachusetts EEA/DPU communications team as a contracted student intern handling content, media materials, and outreach.
- Owns assisting with social content, media advisories, and event photography to support outreach.
- Must-have: Undergraduate or graduate student in PR/marketing/communications; Canva and InDesign skills.
- Standout: Experience drafting press materials and developing collateral for a government office.
Job Description
Responsibilities
- Assist with distributing daily news clips.
- Assist in the development of social media content and graphics that are engaging and informative.
- Monitor all social media platforms for trending news, ideas, and feedback.
- Assist in implementing plans to increase public awareness and engagement on the work of the Department.
- Assist in the development of DPU’s internal newsletter.
- Assist in drafting media advisories, press releases and other related content.
- Maintain records and logs of media coverage and requests, as well as outreach activities of the office.
- Assist in the development of collateral materials.
- Take photos and/or video of events and meetings.
- Assist in the development of content for DPU’s website.
- Assist the Director of Communications on other activities and duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Awareness of the role of communications staff in a government office.
- Experience with photo editing and graphic design software, such as Canva and Adobe InDesign.
- Undergraduate or graduate student in public relations, marketing, communications, or digital communication.
Preferred
- Awareness of the role of communications staff in a government office.
- Experience with photo editing and graphic design software, such as Canva and Adobe InDesign.
- Undergraduate or graduate student in public relations, marketing, communications, or digital communication.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefits
- An outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.
Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities
We're hiring!The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities is responsible for regulating public utility companies that distribute electric power, natural gas, water, and oversee transportation safety for the Commonwealth.
Boston, Massachusetts, USA
66 employees (2 in marketing)
Traffic Signals
Monthly Visitors
9.5M
Traffic Source Mix
Search
46.3%
Direct
45.3%
Referral
6.4%
Social
0.9%
Paid
0.9%
Headcount Trend
Current headcount: ~66
Marketing Team
Marketing Team Size
2 (3% of company)
