Summer Administrative Intern - (Communications)

State-of-Missour; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

MoDOT is seeking an Communications Intern to support department publications, website editorial content, and public outreach. You will work under moderate supervision to manage materials for internal and external audiences and help coordinate outreach projects.

The role focuses on photography, video production, social media publishing, and creation of publicity materials. It offers exposure to state-level campaigns and events, proving a practical start in communications.

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled in a relevant bachelor’s or post-bachelor’s degree program in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations or related.
• Must possess, and maintain, an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher out of 4.0.
• Must have completed at least 30 credit hours.

Responsibilities

• Takes photos and develops video productions of department activities.
• Generates, edits and publishes social media content.
• Develops website content, handouts and other publicity material, designs and publishes written materials.
• Assists with department special projects and events such as Missouri State Fair exhibits, conference displays, work zone safety campaigns, roadway safety activities and other special promotions.
• Performs other responsibilities as required or assigned.

Skills

Photography

Video production

Social media content

Website content development

Education

Bachelor’s or post-bachelor’s degree program in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations or related

GPA 2.0 out of 4.0 or higher

Completed at least 30 credit hours

Job description

This position will be filled at a salary no higher than the posted maximum salary.

Job Location:

Central Office (105 West Capitol Avenue, Jefferson City, MO)

Why you’ll love this position:

The communications intern performs routine entry-level communications activities related to the development of department publications, website editorial content, and other information for internal and external audiences; helps coordinate special communications and outreach projects. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.

A day in the life:

• Takes photos and develops video productions of department activities.
• Generates, edits and publishes social media content.
• Develops website content, handouts and other publicity material, designs and publishes written materials.
• Assists with department special projects and events such as Missouri State Fair exhibits, conference displays, work zone safety campaigns, roadway safety activities and other special promotions.
• Performs other responsibilities as required or assigned.

What you'll need for success:

• Must be enrolled in a relevant bachelor’s or post-bachelor’s degree program in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations or related.
• Must possess, and maintain, an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher out of 4.0.
• Must have completed at least 30 credit hours.

More reasons to love this position:

At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.

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