Criminal Justice Communications Intern

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 14,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

SmartRecruiters, Inc. is seeking an intern for the New York County District Attorney's Office Press Office. You will support communications by compiling daily news clips and monitoring media coverage relevant to the office's work.

You may observe court proceedings and report back to the Press Office; duties include tracking social media activity. A strong interest in criminal justice and solid writing skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must be a current student in college or graduate school.
• Preferred majors: Political Science, English, Journalism, Communications; Pre-Law encouraged.
• Strong writing and research abilities required.

Responsibilities

• Create and manage daily news clips relevant to the office's work.
• Monitor the office's media presence and coverage.
• Observe court proceedings and report back to the Press Office.
• Monitor social media platforms such as Twitter and Facebook.

Skills

Criminal justice interest

Writing

Internet research

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Education

College student or graduate student in Political Science/English/Journalism/Communications

Pre-Law concentration preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SmartRecruiters, Inc. is seeking an intern for the New York County District Attorney's Office Press Office. You will support communications by compiling daily news clips and monitoring media coverage relevant to the office's work.

You may observe court proceedings and report back to the Press Office; duties include tracking social media activity. A strong interest in criminal justice and solid writing skills are essential.