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City of Maryland Heights, MO

Communications Intern - Fall

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $16/hr

Posted: 1 week ago

Location: Maryland Heights, MO (Onsite)

Last Updated: 5 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

A Communications or Public Relations Specialist coordinates internal and external communications for a company or organization. Provides information to employees on company activities, such as the launch of a new product or a community service initiative. Writes and edits public communications; develops media contacts and prepares material for press and media distribution; monitors media coverage. May assist with events planning.

$67,533 / year median in Missouri

+0% projected growth

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Job Description

The City of Maryland Heights is seeking applicants for an internship in the Communications Division. This internship position works in the office of the Communications Manager and will have the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of communications tasks. The internship's specific schedule is negotiable and flexible. The work schedule will include mostly days, but some evenings and weekends for event coverage will be required. Individuals hired for this position must pass a drug test and a background check. Compensation is $16 per hour, and includes 150-170 hours.

Essential Duties:

Provides assistance to the Communications Manager in tasks including writing articles for newsletters, social media posts and website content; taking and editing photographs; graphic design; media relations; help plan and promote special events; marketing; website maintenance; and social media management. Video production skills are not required, but would be helpful.

Requirements:

HS diploma or equivalent Applicants must be enrolled in a program pursuing an associate, undergraduate or graduate degree in public relations, journalism, marketing or another communication-related field. Applicants must submit the following documents: A letter of interest addressed to Human Resources, hr@marylandheights.com. Include specific areas of interest the applicant would like to pursue, such as writing, graphic design, video production, photography and social media management. A list of communications courses taken. A resume that includes any experience with specific design, web or video production software (for example, Adobe Creative Suite) A letter of reference from a college advisor or professor.

Contact :

Applications may be faxed to 314-738-2422, mailed to Human Resources at 11911 Dorsett Road, Maryland Heights, MO 63043 or emailed to hr@marylandheights.com. Along with the application, applicants should submit the names and contact information of at least three references who are not related.

EOE:

Minority/Female/Disabled/Vet The City of Maryland Heights conducts drug testing in accordance with 49 C.F.R. PARTS 40, Part 29, and 655 as Amended, and

FMCSA 382.

Deadline for

Applying :

Open until filled