Public Information Officer Intern

City of Zephyrhills; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Zephyrhills invites applications for a Public Information Officer Intern at City Hall. You will support public communications for City Hall and Zephyrhills Police Department, updating social media, drafting releases, and analyzing engagement metrics.

The internship also involves refreshing the City's website graphics, planning media events, distributing materials, and handling routine administrative tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• College coursework in journalism, communications, marketing, media relations, multimedia, public policy, public administration, business, or a related field.
• Experience researching, analyzing, and synthesizing information into written summaries, reports, or recommendations.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist with updating both City of Zephyrhills and Zephyrhills Police Department social media pages.
• Assist with drafting news releases and analyzing metrics.
• Assist with updating information and graphics on the City’s website.
• Assist with planning and organizing a variety of media, promotional, and special events.
• Assisting with media distribution and general administrative duties including answering phones, maintaining files, and interacting with the public.

Skills

Written communication

Research & analysis

Education

High school diploma or GED

College coursework in journalism/communications/marketing/media relations/public policy/public administration/business

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

POSITION TITLE:

• Public Information Officer Intern

JOB LOCATION:

• City Hall
• City of Zephyrhills

SALARY RANGE:

• Starting Salary: $31,200.00 / $15.00/hr.
• Pay Grade Z-150
• Non-Exempt

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT STATUS: Applicable.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• College level coursework in journalism, communications, marketing, media relations, multimedia, public policy, public administration, business, or a related field.
• Experience completing assignments that involve researching, analyzing, and synthesizing information into written summaries, reports, or recommendations.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• A combination of training, education, and experience may be considered.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

• Assist with updating both the City of Zephyrhills and Zephyrhills Police Department social media pages.
• Assist with drafting news releases and analyzing metrics.
• Assist with updating information and graphics on the City’s website.
• Assist with planning and organizing a variety of media, promotional, and special events.
• Assisting with media distribution and general administrative duties including answering phones, maintaining files, and interacting with the public.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• The selected candidate will have a background check completed, undergo drug testing, and complete a physical exam before employment.
• Tasks completed for this position involve regular and, at times, sustained physical exertion.
• Possession and maintenance of a current valid State of Florida driver license is also required.

The compensation package will start at the base salary range and may vary based on proven abilities of the individual selected. The City of Zephyrhills has an excellent benefit package, which includes medical, dental, life insurance, and Florida Retirement System (FRS).

CLOSING DATE:

Open Until Filled

DATE POSITION AVAILABLE:

August 3, 2026

THE CITY OF ZEPHYRHILLS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER & DRUG FREE WORKPLACE