Community Relations Intern (Fall 2026)

Hanover Township; Bartlett (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pro-rated holiday pay

Paid Leave 40 hours/year

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Hanover Township is seeking a FALL INTERN for the Office of Community Affairs. The position is a non-exempt intern role offering 15–24 hours per week at $15.00 per hour.

The ideal candidate is a current student in Mass Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Graphic Design, Political Science or related field with strong writing and verbal skills. The duties include creating digital and print promotional content, assisting in planning Township events, representing the Township at community events,

Qualifications

• Must be a current student in a related field with strong writing and communication skills.
• Excellent verbal communication, analysis, problem solving, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently or in a team and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Create digital and print promotional content for the Township.
• Assist in planning Township events and represent the Township at community events.
• Draft weekly e-newsletters and perform light research/writing for staff.
• Perform duties as assigned by staff.

Skills

Strong writing

Verbal communication

Analytical skills

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Education

Mass Communications

Marketing

Journalism

Graphic Design

Political Science

Tools

Canva

Mailchimp

Adobe software

Social media

Job description

HANOVER TOWNSHIP - COMMUNITY RELATIONS INTERN

The Hanover Township Office of Community Affairs is seeking a FALL INTERN. Individuals will build their resume while gaining first-hand knowledge of Township government operations.

Candidates must be a current student pursuing a degree in Mass Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Graphic Design, Political Science or a related field.

This position requires someone who is strong in writing and demonstrates excellent verbal communication skills. Candidates must have strong analytical, quantitative, problem solving and conceptual skills, be detail oriented and able to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines. They must also be able to work independently or in a team setting.

The ideal candidate will assist in the creation of digital and print promotional content, assist in planning Township events, represent the Township at community events, draft weekly e-newsletters, conduct light research and writing for officials and staff, as well as perform duties as assigned by staff.

Understanding of Canva, Mailchimp, Adobe software, and social media channels is recommended but not required.

This non-exempt position is scheduled for 15-24 hours per week, including some nights and weekends, with a pay rate of $15.00 per hour.

BENEFITS:

• Pro-rated holiday pay (12 per year).
• Up to 40 hours of Paid Leave for All Workers per year.
• Access to Hanover Township’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

250 S. Route 59 in Bartlett, IL 60103

Hanover Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer.