Other Departmental Opportunities

COMMUNICATIONS/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 stories for publication on MyArlingtonTX.com.
• Drafting social media content for Twitter, Facebook and other sites.
• Assisting with news conferences, town hall meetings, photo opportunities, city council meetings and roundtables.
• Photography at events.
• Special assignments for the City’s Public Access Channel including taped shows and weekly segments.
• Uploading web content, photos and video.
• Finding new media outlets to further marketing efforts.
• Logistics, planning 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.
• 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 Communications

101 W. Abram St.

Arlington, TX  76004

Kristen.Waggener@ArlingtonTX.gov

Susan Schrock, Communication Coordinator

Office of Communications

101 W. Abram St.

Arlington, TX  76004

Susan.Schrock@ArlingtonTX.gov