Communications/Reporting Intern

Brief overview

Arlington, Texas, USIn-person

Undergrad juniorOr in progress

Knowledge of print and web-based reportingWriting abilitySocial media experienceTime management skills

Job description

COMMUNICATION/REPORTING INTERN

Responsibilities:

The Communications/Reporting Intern will work directly with the City of Arlington Office of Communication. The internship will have a heavy emphasis on web-based reporting, assisting the Office of Communications with its efforts to expand its online media presence, social media and community outreach. This internship will be heavy on real-world experience with a small percentage of time devoted to clerical work.

This intern will participate in a variety of activities including the following:

-Web-based reporting

-Social media communication

-Event planning

-Research

Specifically, the intern may assist in the following:

-Writing news and feature articles for publication on the City of Arlington’s website

-Creating content for the City’s social media platforms

-Assisting Office of Communication staff with news conferences, town hall meetings, photo opportunities, city council meetings and other special events

-Event photography

-Assisting Office of Communication staff with video content creation or video production in the studio

-Logistics and coverage of media events

-Completing other office duties as assigned

Knowledge and Skills:

Successful applicants will be bright, responsible, ambitious self-starters with an interest in communications, marketing and public relations.

Specifically, the intern should possess the following:

-Knowledge of print and web-based reporting

-Writing ability

-Social media experience

-Time management skills

Qualifications:

-Major in communications and/or journalism (other majors will be considered)

-Undergraduate (junior or senior) or graduate student level.

-Career goal in journalism, communications or public policy

Candidates must possess ability to work independently as well as collaboratively, exercise initiative and maintain a positive attitude. Computer skills including MSWord, Excel and PowerPoint desired. Fluency in Spanish is helpful.

Individual must be able to schedule at least 15-20 hours a week, with flexibility to work some weekends.

THIS IS A NON-PAID, COLLEGE-CREDIT ONLY POSITION.

Contact Information:

Kristen Waggener, Marketing Communication Manager

Office of Communication

101 W. Abram St.

Arlington, TX 76010

Kristen.Waggener@ArlingtonTX.gov

Susan Schrock, Managing Editor

Office of Communication

101 W. Abram St.

Arlington, TX 76010