Communications Intern

Salary: $16.50 - $18.78 HourlyLocation : Lakeville, MNJob Type: SeasonalDepartment: CommunicationsOpening Date: 01202025 PositionThe City of Lakeville is searching for a Summer Communications Intern to help us spread the word about all the exciting things happening in our community! The Communications Intern will assist with various communication activities, including social media management, content creation, graphic design, and public relations. This is a full-time, temporary position from mid-May to August.Get ready to:Flex your creative muscles: Design eye-catching graphics, write compelling stories, and craft engaging social media posts that will wow our residents.Become a master of content: Assist with website updates, newsletters, and other publications, ensuring accurate and engaging information for the public.Capture the City's spirit: Build our photo library and help us preserve the memories that make our community unique.Work with a dynamic team: Collaborate with city staff to share important information and keep our residents informed and connected.We're looking for someone who is:A wordsmith extraordinaire: With excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.Tech-savvy and creative: Proficient in graphic design software (like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite) and social media platforms.A team player: Collaborative, enthusiastic, and eager to anized and detail-oriented: Able to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.Salary range: $16.50-$18.78hourRecruitment timeline:First review of applicants begins February 17. Position is open until filled. Start - flexible depending on applicant. Late Mayearly June to end of August*Recruitment timeline subject to change.Major Areas of Accountability Assist with developing content and graphics for various City publications, electronic media and social media platforms.Write and produce internal communications materials.Provide support to City departments by writingproofingediting content to be posted on website, ensuring accurate, timely and engaging content.Develop photo library content and maintain archival system.Continue development on annual master calendar, and update as needed.Work with City employees as directed to ensure accurate information is disseminated to the public (as well as media, when needed).Other duties and activities as assigned. Qualifications Completion of at least two years of a journalism, English or communications program.Still in school as a sophomore or junior in college.Knowledge of public relations and marketing techniques.Skill in using Microsoft software and desktop publishing tools (Canva).Skill in writing and editing, proper use of grammar, spelling, sentence structure.Ability to work independently and provide self-direction.Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with staff, contractors, public.Experience or working knowledge of graphic design, photography, website design or video production is a plus.The City of Lakeville is an equal opportunity employer. Additional InformationENVISION LAKEVILLEPAST - PRESENT - FUTUREVISION STATEMENT"We envision a thriving, multi-generational community where families, friends, and neighbors connect, live, learn, work, and play. Great schools; a diverse local economy; exceptional parks, trails, and recreational opportunities; vibrant social and cultural institutions; safe neighborhoods; and responsive and cost-effective public services together create a place we are proud to call home."COMMUNITY VALUESDiversified Economic DevelopmentGood Value for Public ServicesSafety Throughout the CommunityDesign that Connects the CommunityHigh Quality EducationA Home for All Ages and Stages of LifeA Sense of Community and BelongingAccess to a Multitude of Natural Amenities and Recreational OpportunitiesSTRATEGIC PRIORITIESIncrease Economic SustainabilitySupport High Quality EducationDevelop a Community of ChoiceCultivate a Sense of CommunityProvide Services that Add Value01 The following questions are the "Training and Experience" exam. These questions are asked as a means of producing a report listing your qualifications. The report will be used to filter applications. Provide complete information for each question and do not write "See Resume". Do you understand that "See Resume" is not an acceptable answer and could eliminate you as a candidate? Yes No 02 Have you completed at least two years of a journalism, English or communications program? Yes No 03 What year are you in school (junior, senior)? 04 Please list the specific programdegree that you are enrolled in. 05 This position will work full-time days (approximately 8 am-4:30 pm) during the summer months, mid-May - August. Indicate your approximate start-end dates (availability). 06 How did you hear about this position with the City of Lakeville? City of Lakeville Website Current City Employee League of Minnesota Cities Website CollegeUniversity job site Social Media Other 07 If you selected other, where did you hear about this position? Required Question

Created: 2025-02-26