Business and Communications Intern
Are you looking for an exciting internship this summer? The City Council is seeking applicants for an internship to assist with the Saint Paul Business Award process. This position is available June 2024 through September 2024.
Information Specific to the Internship:
The Business and Communications Intern will have the opportunity to work closely with local government appointees, gain networking experience and obtain institutional knowledge of government practices. Provides administrative assistance with short-term project work utilizing social media and promoting awareness of the Saint Paul Business Awards Recognition campaign.
Work location: City Hall - 15 Kellogg Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN 55102
Primary Responsibilities:
- Coordinate with City Council, Office of Technology and Communications, and business-related organizations to promote awareness of the Saint Paul Business Awards program using platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, etc.
- Ensures messaging of campaign is consistent across communication platforms.
- Tracks and maintains nominee information using SharePoint.
- Provides and meets weekly to update direct supervisor of nominees and nominations status, including emailing weekly reports to all wards.
- Conducts research as necessary to support and improve the business award process.
- Assists with the award ceremony planning and implementation.
Additional Information about the Position:
- Duration: June - September (hours may be adjusted due to school schedule)
- 15 - 25 hours per week
- Must be available to work within a standard work week (Monday – Friday, 8:30 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.) but specific days and hours are negotiable. Position is in-person Monday - Thursday, remote on Fridays.
- Intern is responsible for their own transportation and for using own personal device on the Friday remote day.
The City of Saint Paul’s mission is to integrate equity and inclusion into how we approach all our work. Our vision is to be committed to building an equitable and inclusive city that will shift culture in city processes and policies, eliminate structural inequities, and ensure timely and relevant access to services, resources, support, and opportunity to every person in Saint Paul.
Position Requirements:
- Must be an undergraduate or graduate student currently enrolled at an accredited college or university.
- Experience using social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat etc. in a work or school setting.
- Experience using Microsoft Excel, Form, Outlook, and Word or equivalent in a work or school setting.
- Experience working in SharePoint or similar platform.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Pursuing a degree in the following majors: Business, Marketing, or Communications
- Familiarity with leveraging social media as an effective marketing tool for promotion
- Effective communication – both written and oral; grammatical, spelling, and proofreading abilities
- Detail oriented, self-directed, and willing to take initiative
- Good organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills
- Problem solving ability and flexibility
How to Apply by Closing Date:
- Submit a City of Saint Paul online application, including answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire.
- Upload or submit the following documents via the online application system, mail, in person, email, or fax. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Writing Sample: Write a social media post promoting the Saint Paul Business Awards Program. The post must be less than 150 characters.
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Hiring Process Information:
Temporary: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements. This position is eligible for Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST). Other benefits are not provided.
Final Selection Process: You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process. Only complete applications will be accepted.
Condition of Employment: Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer. The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Contact Information:
Nhia Vang at 651-266-8566
City Council
15 Kellogg Blvd. West
Saint Paul, MN 55102
E-mail: nhia.vang@ci.stpaul.mn.us
To refer to this information, we recommend you print this job posting before you apply. For technical assistance regarding the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627 during regular business hours. Additionally, City of Saint Paul staff are available for application assistance between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at 651-266-6500.
The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Working Title: Business and Communications Intern
Official Title: Hourly/Intern