Summer Communications Intern - Hannibal

State-of-Missour; Hannibal (MO); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

MoDOT's Northeast District Office in Hannibal, MO is seeking a communications intern to support publication development, website content, and outreach materials. You’ll produce photos and videos, write feature stories, and publish social content under guidance.

The role is entry-level, requires enrollment in an applicable degree program with minimum credits and GPA, and offers exposure to public meetings and events with a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a relevant bachelor’s or post-bachelor’s degree program full-time (12+ credit hours).
• 30 credit hours completed/accepted toward current degree program. Credits must be shown via transcript to apply.
• Maintain an overall GPA of at least 2.0 out of 4.0, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Takes photos and develops video productions of department activities.
• Develops website content, brochures, handouts, newsletters, and other publicity materials; designs and publishes written materials.
• Writes feature stories for department publications.

Skills

Photo/video production

Content creation

Public communications

Social media management

Education

Enrolled in Bachelor's degree program

30 credit hours completed toward degree

GPA 2.0/4.0 or higher

Job description

Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

Job Location: Northeast District Office, 1711 Highway 61 South, Hannibal, MO 63401

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 communication and outreach projects. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.

What you’ll do:

• Takes photos and develops video productions of department activities.
• Develops website content, brochures, handouts, newsletters, and other publicity materials; designs and publishes written materials.
• Writes feature stories for department publications.
• Generates, edits, and publishes social media content.
• Supports district customer service activities.
• Provides support in organized public meetings, media events, and ribbon cutting events.
• Assists with departments special projects 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.

All you need for success:

Minimum Qualifications

• Enrolled in a relevant bachelor’s or post-bachelor’s degree program full-time (12+ credit hours).
• 30 credit hours completed/accepted toward current degree program. High school or other postsecondary program credits must be shown to be accepted by the current program through a degree transcript to apply.
• Possess and maintain an overall GPA of at least 2.0 out of 4.0, or equivalent.

Special Working Conditions:

• None

Preferred Qualifications:

• None

More reasons to love this position:

MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage.Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE.

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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