Capitol Hill Communications Intern

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

Job summary

Utah Senate Democrats is seeking a communications intern to support the caucus during the 2027 General Legislative Session. This hands-on role involves developing communications strategies and creating written, visual, and video content for social media, the caucus website, newsletters, and other 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

Social media savvy

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Team player

Organizational skills

Independent worker

Tools

Graphic design software

Job description

Utah Senate Democrats is seeking a communications intern to support the caucus during the 2027 General Legislative Session. This hands-on role involves developing communications strategies and creating written, visual, and video content for social media, the caucus website, newsletters, and other 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.