Communications Intern

Position: Communications InternPosition #: 303-31380Job ID #: 3029571Division: Office of the Director, CommunicationsLocation: Bismarck, NDDEQ Starting Salary: $18.00 - $22.00 / hourStatus: Temporary - InternCloses: 11:59 p.m. on February 28, 2025 @ 11:59 p.m. At the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), we stand by our mission to conserve and protect the quality of North Dakota's air, land, and water resources following science and the law. We are looking for a candidate who identifies with this mission and has a passion for serving the citizens in our great state as an Environmental Scientist. : As our Communications Intern, you will be responsible for assisting the Public Information Officer with the agency's internal and external communications. This includes developing communication materials for both digital and print platforms; reviewing and editing public-facing documents; creating newsletters; assisting with website/intranet content review and enhancements; creating agency marketing materials including brochures and fact sheets; developing social media content; and assisting with risk-management communications. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. DEQ will not provide sponsorships.To be considered for our Communications Intern you must be enrolled in a college or university or be a recent graduate with coursework in communications, marketing, journalism, computer science, management information system, or other related courses. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with writing and editing; working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is helpful but not required as we are willing to train. Applicant should have good time management skills and be working towards a degree in marketing, public relations, graphic design, communications, or related field. APPLICATION PROCEDURES: All application material must be received on or before 11:59 p.m. on the closing date. Applicants must complete the online application for employment and upload a resume, cover letter, and college transcripts (official or unofficial). Applicants claiming ND veteran's preference must submit documentation proving their eligibility under North Dakota Century Code 37-19.1.For more information about the position, contact Jennifer Skjod, Public Information Officer at (701) 328-5226. For assistance in the application or interview process or to request a full job description, contact Jason Sutheimer, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, CWP, Human Resource Director, at (701) 328-9028.

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