POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Intern - Community and Government Relations works under the direction of the Director of Government and Community Relations in support of Department staff and objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Supports the planning and execution of public relations and informational materials for external audiences to establish and maintain public awareness of and engagement with NJTA's agenda and successes. 2. Research and analyze relevant issue areas and legislation to support Department objectives as required by the Director and Department staff. 3. Assists Department staff in the planning and implementation of the Turnpike Authority's outreach goals 4. Prepares meeting, briefing, and presentation materials as requested by the Director and Department staff. 5. Maintains a SharePoint database containing profiles for state and federal elected officials. 6. Completes routine tasks and projects within the area of responsibility of the Community & Government Relations department. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or requirements for the job. Management reserves the right to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR RELATIONSHIPS

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all employees of the Authority. Represent the Authority in a positive, professional, and confidential manner in all dealings with external agencies, contractors, and all other individuals. Maintain professional demeanor even in high stress emergency and weather situations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Undergraduate student or recent graduate with coursework/major in public policy, government/political science, or a related field 2. A desire to learn more about NJ State Transportation, the legislative policy process, and external affairs/stakeholder engagement 3. Effective problem-solving skills 4. Ability to coordinate timely and effective responses to correspondence 5. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills 6. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word Pay will be determined by years of education. Position location will be our headquarters building in Woodbridge, NJ. No remote work will be allowed.

Pay:

$21.00 - $24.00 per hour Expected hours: No more than 35.0 per week

Work Location:

In person