Communications Intern

Title: Communications Intern
Posting Number: OCO-2026-5i
Closing Date: November 4, 2026
Start Date: February 8, 2027
End Date: April 30, 2027
Existing Vacancies: 1
Location: 401 East State Street, Trenton NJ 08625


Internship Hours Per Week: up to 35 hours per week (5 days per week)


Hourly Rate: Sliding Scale based on Education Level ($19-$24 Per Hour)


Program: Office of Communications & Outreach


Program Description: The Office of Communications and Outreach is responsible for effectively communicating the priorities and functions of the DEP to the public and internally to DEP staff, promoting DEP priorities and principles, and promoting New Jersey as a national and global leader in environmental protection. Major functions of the office include coordinating media relations and press events, social media, stakeholder outreach, graphic and web design, constituent services, and photography and videography.

Project Description: Interns will assist with communications-related activities on several of DEP's major public education outreach campaigns. The intern will also perform regular tasks and small special projects that familiarize them with DEP program areas, and the various roles and functions of the Communications Office. Tasks may include but are not limited to drafting social media posts, identifying opportunities to highlight DEP staff and initiatives, assisting with internal communications coordination, capturing and editing footage of DEP events, and assisting with press events.

Specific to the Position: As a member of a small team, this is both a coordination and strategy role, allowing the intern to develop a working knowledge of DEP programs and operations. Interns will develop skills in writing, stakeholder outreach, social media coordination, video production, and media relations.


Preferred Area of Study: Seeking individuals enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program at an accredited university/college studying communications, photography/video production, environmental studies, journalism, media relations, political science and/or public policy.


License: Appointee will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.


Employee Benefits
TES / Hourly employee benefits include:

• Earned Sick Time*

*Pursuant to the State/Department's policy, procedures, and/or guidelines.


Residency: All persons newly hired on or after September 1, 2011 have one year from the date of employment to establish, and then maintain principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14-7 (L.2011, Chapter 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act".


Authorization to Work: Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States per the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations. Note: The State of New Jersey does not provide sponsorship for citizenship to the United States.


Veteran's Preference: To qualify for New Jersey Veteran's Preference/status, you must establish Veteran's Preference through the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs. Please submit proof of your Veteran's Preference along with your resume as indicated below. For more information, please visit


SAME applicants: If you are applying under the NJ SAME program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter) must be submitted along with your resume by the closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME program, please visit email [email protected], or call CSC at View phone number on click.appcast.io and select Option #3.

Equal Opportunity Employment : The State of New Jersey seeks to increase the richness and diversity of its workforce, and in doing so, become the employer of choice for all people seeking to work in State Government. To evaluate the effectiveness of our efforts to attract and employ a diverse workforce, applicants are asked to voluntarily answer a few brief questions on the NJ Affirmative Action Information Form. All information is considered confidential and will be filed separately with the agency's affirmative action officer. This information will not be part of your application for employment and will not be considered in any hiring decision.
DEP Notices of Vacancy have a 4:00 p.m. deadline on the closing date. When filing for these opportunities, please be sure to have your letter of interest and credentials sent electronically before 4 p.m. on the closing date.

The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to inclusive hiring and a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Accommodations under ADA will be provided upon request.