Capitol Hill Communications Intern

Utah Senate; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Senate Minority (Democratic) Caucus seeks a communications intern to support the caucus during the 2027 General Legislative Session. You will develop and implement communications strategies and create written, visual, and video content for social media, the caucus website, newsletters, and other communications platforms.

The ideal candidate is a strong writer, creative communicator, and self-starter who can manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced government environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing and editing skills.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms and digital communications.
• Demonstrated responsibility, initiative, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines while managing multiple projects.
• Motivated, creative, adaptable, and dependable.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a team

Responsibilities

• Assist with developing and creating social media content across multiple platforms.
• Assist in preparing, writing, and editing weekly newsletters, blog posts, press releases, and other communications materials.
• Research, write, and edit op-eds, talking points, presentations, and other materials on a variety of policy and legislative topics.
• Photograph and document senators, committee meetings, legislative events, and Capitol activities.
• Monitor and track local and state news coverage.
• Film, edit, and produce short-form video content.
• Assist with other communications projects and tasks as needed.

Skills

Excellent writing and editing

Social media proficiency

Deadline management

Independent with team contribution

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Utah Senate Minority (Democratic) Caucus seeks a communications intern to support the caucus during the 2027 General Legislative Session. You will develop and implement communications strategies and create written, visual, and video content for social media, the caucus website, newsletters, and other communications platforms.

The ideal candidate is a strong writer, creative communicator, and self-starter who can manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced government environment.