Communications Intern

Job Opportunity Open to all Lynwood Unified School District employees and the public. Applications accepted (online only) from July 1, 2026 – July 15, 2026 by 4:30 PM (or sooner) Application and required documentation(s)/certification(s) deadline: July 15, 2026 by 4:30 PM (or sooner). The District reserves the right to close the recruitment process at any time, without prior notice, based on District needs and the applicant pool, regardless of the posted application period. While the position may be advertised for up to 10 days, the posting may be closed earlier if a sufficient number of qualified applications are received or if hiring needs change. Time commitment: Minimum 10 hours per week up to 30 hours per week. Ability to schedule the maximum hours/duration listed for the internship to gain a more in-depth experience. Benefits available to intern: Although this internship does not guarantee full-time employment nor include employee benefits, students and recent graduates are offered an excellent opportunity to gain extensive experience in managing public relations, marketing, and social media campaigns within a large public agency. Basic function: Support staff in the development of communication materials and multimedia products. Assist in the timely and accurate dissemination of information to District stakeholders and the community. Initial/Minimum Qualifications Your application must provide sufficient information that demonstrates your possession of the initial qualifications including providing any transcripts, certifications, and documents listed below. Failure to provide the required information, failure to fill out the application properly according to the application directions provided, or the submission of an incomplete application will result in the termination of your application and/or candidacy for position consideration. Applicants must currently be enrolled in an accredited college/university majoring in Public Relations, Political Science, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or related fields. Recent graduates who have completed their degree in one of the above fields are also eligible to apply. Licenses and other requirements: DMV – Valid CA Class C Driver's License Satisfaction of initial qualifications: You must attach the following documentation(s) to your application upon submission by closing date: Official/unofficial transcripts denoting completed coursework from a recognized college or university in Public Relations, Political Science, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field OR a degree from an accredited college/university majoring in Public Relations, Political Science, Marketing, Communications, Journalism, or a related field. Attach (3) writing or content samples to your application (stories, press releases, social media, video). Valid photocopy of your California Class C Driver's License. Application and Examination Process Online application: Complete an online employment application by clicking on the "Apply" button above (Paper applications are not accepted). An applicant CANNOT substitute a resume for an online application or any sections of the online application. General Information Accommodation requests: If you require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the examination process, you must submit a written request from your medical provider before your scheduled examination date. Your request will be reviewed to determine eligibility for a reasonable accommodation. For assistance or additional information, please contact the Classified Personnel Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io. Equal opportunity employer: It shall be the policy of the Board of Education that students and employees in the Lynwood Unified School District ("District") shall not be subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on the person's actual or perceived race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin or nationality, religion, age, parental status, family status, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex or sexual orientation, ancestry, political affiliation or any other basis protected by federal law, ordinance or regulation, in its educational program(s), recruitment process, application, acceptance, testing, selection and hiring process and employment. Sexual harassment prevention: The District prohibits harassment on the basis of sex. Sexual harassment consists of any unwelcome sexual favors and other verbal, visual or physical conduct of a sexual nature made by someone from or in the work or educational setting. Please reference Education Code section 212.5 for further information on the topic. Any individual who believes he/she has been subjected to sexual harassment and/or incidents of sexual harassment impacting recruitment, testing, hiring or employment must report the incident to the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Title IX and CC of R Title V Compliance Officer (Employees), 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262, View phone number on click.appcast.io and the Director of Student Services, Title IX and CC or R Title V Compliance Officer (Students), 11321 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262, View phone number on click.appcast.io. License and certification requirements: It is the responsibility of the employee to ensure that all licenses and certifications required for this position are up-to-date to remain in the position. Selective certification (Personnel Commission Rules & Regulations 50.200.4G/ ED CODE 45277 ): Some positions may require the ability to speak, read or write a language in addition to English. Such certification and appointment shall be made from among the highest three eligibles. GovernmentJobs.com