Public Communications Intern: Social Media & Content

City of Duvall; Duvall (WA); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

City of Duvall seeks a Communications Specialist Intern to support outreach efforts by creating clear, timely content for digital platforms. This part‑time, temporary role focuses on social media management, basic graphic design, website updates, and public‑facing materials.

The intern will work with staff to ensure accurate, accessible information aligned with City goals. The role offers hands‑on experience in public service and digital communications within a local government setting, with

Qualifications

• Eighteen (18) years of age and have completed at least two years of college‑level coursework by the start of the internship.
• Preferred majors include Advertising, Business, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or Graphic Design.
• Proficient in Canva or other graphic creation platforms for creating graphics, training materials, and photo/video content.

Responsibilities

• Create and post content for City social media platforms.
• Assist with scheduling and monitoring of social media posts using approved tools.
• Draft captions, announcements, and community updates.
• Help manage updates to the City website to keep content current and accessible.
• Monitor public comments and messages and route questions appropriately.
• Collaborate with City staff on communication and outreach projects.
• Develop and refine a public communication strategy aligned with the City’s goals and objectives.
• Produce written and visual content for news releases, articles, newsletters, and social media posts.
• Support City departments including the Police Department with social media content as needed.

Skills

Social media management

Graphic design

Video editing

Customer service

Education

Two years of college coursework

Advertising

Business

Communications

Marketing

Journalism

Public Relations

Graphic Design

Tools

Canva

Job description

City of Duvall seeks a Communications Specialist Intern to support outreach efforts by creating clear, timely content for digital platforms. This part‑time, temporary role focuses on social media management, basic graphic design, website updates, and public‑facing materials.

The intern will work with staff to ensure accurate, accessible information aligned with City goals. The role offers hands‑on experience in public service and digital communications within a local government setting, with