Fall Intern, Communications & Engagement

Summary

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is seeking a Fall Intern for their Communications & Engagement team. The intern will assist with community outreach and education programs, promoting public awareness of the Edwards Aquifer Authority and its initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Assists the team with the preparation and presentation of the EAA's community outreach and education programs
• Assists with the promotion of public awareness of and support for the EAA by assisting with the distribution of educational/promotional materials
• Assists with community outreach and education activities, such as community events, scouting programs, teacher workshops, and other events that serve to generate awareness of the aquifer
• Assists with special projects to promote public awareness of and support for the EAA and its programs
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Skills

• Must be currently enrolled as a student in a college or university with a minimum of 60 hours of college coursework
• Minimum 2.5 GPA
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to work effectively with staff
• Ability to exercise good judgment and responsibility
• Relevant college coursework in communication, journalism, or marketing

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Must be currently enrolled as a student in a college or university with a minimum of 60 hours of college coursework
• Minimum 2.5 GPA
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to work effectively with staff
• Ability to exercise good judgment and responsibility

Nice to Haves

• Relevant college coursework in communication, journalism, or marketing

Benefits

• ADA reasonable accommadations will be provided when requested during the application and employment process for qualified applicants. Please contact Human Resources for requests for assistance.