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Communications and Community Relations Internship
JOB SUMMARY
The successful candidate will support the Office of Mayor in Salt Lake County’s work with community outreach and communications. The internship is specifically designed for candidates with a strong interest in government and political affairs with skills in communications, social media, and writing. The internship with the Salt Lake County government will be split between supporting the Community Engagement and Outreach team with a variety of projects and administrative goals as well as supporting the Communications team. In addition to the county-level work, the internship will also expose interns to state and federal work. A mentor will be assigned to guide and assist the intern’s development and growth.
This is a paid internship; the intern will receive $7.25/hour and can work up to 205 hours during the term. Work is primarily Monday through Friday with flexible hours to accommodate a school schedule. There may be occasional work on the weekends.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates should be self-motivated. Students with a focus in Communications, Social Sciences, Political Science, Behavioral Science, or Humanities are preferred; but, all applicants are welcome. Preferred candidates will have completed sophomore level status in a Bachelor degree program OR be enrolled in a graduate degree program.
Excellent writing and communication skills. Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Social media platform experience and knowledge also a plus.
Zoo, Arts and Parks Program Intern
JOB SUMMARY
Assists with ZAP program’s marketing and communication efforts. Supports staff in overall program administration, including grant management, grantee technical assistance, and meeting facilitation. Anticipated work schedule is 15-20 hours per week from July to September. There is a possibility that this position could continue into the fall.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must be currently enrolled or have graduated within the last two-years in an undergraduate or graduate program with a major in communications, arts management, or related field. Familiarity with the arts and nonprofit sector preferred.
Office for New Americans Paid Internship
JOB SUMMARY
Salt Lake County is a welcoming community, open to all. Our rapid growth includes many foreign-born residents who now call the county home. To ensure that New Americans feel welcome and supported, the Salt Lake County Office for New Americans was established in 2016. Its goal is to improve the lives of Salt Lake County’s New American residents by maximizing their civic, social, and economic potential. This is accomplished by connecting New Americans to resources to help them thrive and feel welcomed here.
This intern works in the Salt Lake County Office for New Americans. A mentor will be assigned to guide and assist the intern’s development and growth.
This is a paid internship; the intern will receive $7.25/hour and can work up to 205 hours during the term. Work is primarily Monday through Friday with flexible hours to accommodate a school schedule. There may be occasional work on the weekends.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates who study in a related field and are self-motivated will be considered. Must have an interest in working to advance the welfare of residents with immigrant or refugee background. Basic English writing skills and computer knowledge are required. Second language a plus, but not required.
Students with a focus in Social Sciences, Political Science, International Studies, and Business are preferred; but all applicants are welcome.
Have obtained at least sophomore status (30+ credit hours) in a Bachelor degree program OR be enrolled in a Graduate degree program.
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