Job Description

Office of Homelessness and Criminal Justice Reform

Communications Internship

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Office of Programs and Partnerships is looking for a creative communications intern willing to contribute and provide support with various tasks beginning in the 2024 Spring Term. The successful candidate will support the Office of Programs and Partnerships work with community outreach and communications. The internship is specifically designed for candidates with a strong interest in government and policy with skills in communications, social media, and writing. In addition to the county-level work, the internship may also expose interns to state, federal, and local work. The intern will have the opportunity to interact with elected officials and other community leaders.

The Office of Programs and Partnerships oversees a range of policy initiatives, special projects, programs, and partnerships, and funding collaborations that help achieve the Mayor's vision for the greater Salt Lake metropolitan area. We work with local governments and with national, state, and private sector partners to develop collective action around regional challenges, entrenched social problems, and unique opportunities to maximize the public good. This currently includes policy initiatives on homelessness and housing, which will be the focus of this internship.

Work is primarily Monday through Friday with flexible hours to accommodate a school schedule. There may be occasional work on the weekends. Applicants must be currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Bachelor OR Graduate program.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assist in oversight of the outreach work, including updating important contact lists.

• Assist with drafting communications pieces, including e-newsletter.

• Research events and resources and throughout the county.

• Update information on the SLVCEH website and posts on social media.

• Compose general letters, spreadsheets, e-mail, and memoranda from rough drafts or general instructions.

• Assist the Salt Lake Valley Coalition to End Homelessness in promoting efforts throughout our community.

• Participate in professional development programs developed by Intern Program Managers.

• Assist the Communications team with social media strategy and outreach.

• Help in the development of press releases, the execution of press conferences, and with othercommunications related activities.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong written and oral communication skills are essential. Interns may be asked to prepare summaries of legislation or write talking points on a short turnaround.

• Solid understanding of the different social media platforms.

• Consistent demonstration of professionalism, responsibility and initiative.

• Ability to complete tasks under deadlines while managing multiple projects.

• Motivated, creative, detail-oriented, adaptable and dependable.

• Team player who also excels as an individual contributor.

• Must be currently enrolled or recently graduated from a Bachelor OR Graduate program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Graphic design knowledge/skills.

• Experience managing social media.

• Interns should familiarize themselves with the legislative process and functions of the various branches of government before starting the internship.

• Students with a focus in Communications, Social Sciences, Political Science, Behavioral Science, or Humanities are preferred; but all applicants are welcome.

PAY: $15.00/hour

START DATE: The internship begins May 20th, 2024, through August 2nd, 2024

TO APPLY:

Required Documents

• Resume

• Writing sample

• Schedule Availability

Optional Samples (in addition to the required documents listed above)

• A video sample showcasing filming and editing capabilities

• A graphic design sample (Adobe, Canva, or simliar platform with original graphic)

• Two writing samples (op-eds, feature articles, blog posts, press releases, and professional memos preferred)

Including one or more examples from the "optional samples" section is highly encouraged and will help you stand out as an applicant.

PHYSICAL ADDRESS

Salt Lake County Mayor's Office

County Government Building

2001 S. State Street, Suite N2-100

Salt Lake City, UT 84114

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Intern may work remotely or from the Salt Lake County Government Center. They will be provided with a computer and an email account. Interns may be asked to attend meetings off-site, at other government facilities, and in the community. Interns may be sitting for long periods of time at a computer.

PAID INTERN POSITIONS

-Are not considered merit employees.-Are not guaranteed employment following their internships.

Additional Information

PAID INTERN POSITIONS:

An "At Will", FLSA non-exempt employee who is not eligible for County benefits and who must work an average of 29 hours or less per week or an average of 129 hours or less per month.

• Must work an average of 29 hours or less per week or an average of 129 hours or less per month.

• Are not eligible for County benefits except as otherwise provided for by policy.

• Are not considered merit employees.

• Are "at will" employees who may be terminated for any reason, without notice, and without a pre-termination hearing.

Job LocationsUS-UT-SALT LAKE CITY

Requisition ID2024-36440

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Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date1 day ago(4/9/2024 5:34 PM)

SLCO Department (Portal Searching)Mayor's Office

Location : LocationUS-UT-SALT LAKE CITY

Location : Address2001 S STATE ST

Location : Postal Code84190-1001

Position Type (Portal Searching)Intern

Requisition Post Information* : Post End Date4/29/2024

Grade001

Posted Min$15.00/Hr.

Posted Max$15.00/Hr.