Public Engagement Intern

General Summary & Purpose

The City of Fate is seeking a motivated intern for a paid internship with the City Manager's Office. The opportunity will provide hands‑on experience in municipal communications, public engagement, and local government exposure. The intern will assist with drafting and editing content for the City's website, social media platforms, newsletters, press releases, and other public-facing materials. Responsibilities may include researching topics to support messaging initiatives, developing graphics or visual content, assisting with event promotion, monitoring engagement metrics, and supporting internal and external communication efforts. The intern may also contribute to special projects related to community outreach, branding, and public information campaigns. Additional administrative tasks may be assigned as needed to support departmental operations.

Internship Details

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identifies content requirements and suggests content strategies and deliverables as part of robust communications plans.
• Develops, manages, and posts content for the social media, website, and other platforms; maintains a consistent writing style, voice and branding across platforms.
• Designs and maintains communication materials, including digital content, brochures, promotional materials, and publications using a variety of media.
• Monitor City website for maintenance, routinely checks web traffic analytic and trains other member of staff on website
• Create, edits, & contributes to a city photo library.
• Assist with script writing & video production.
• Performs other related duties as required

Duration

Internship may be extended up to a year based on organizational needs.

Schedule

Part‑time

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Formal course working communications, public administration, journalism, marketing, political science, or are related field is helpful but not required. Equivalent experience, demonstrate interest, or a strong portfolio of work will also be considered.
• We welcome both academic projects and independent, proffessional, or personal work samples that showcase your practical abilities and promblem-solving approach.
• Skill in using Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Familiarity with generative artificial intelligence.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Valid Class C Driver's License with clean driving record Driving is a requirement for this position

Part-time employees working less than an average of 20 hours per week do not qualify for benefits.