CEC Communications Intern

City of New York

Feb 9, 2024

Applications are closed

Internship
Part-time
Summer Internship
Marketing
New York

Requirements

For Assignment Level I:
Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school.
For Assignment Level II (Information Technology):
Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school with a specific course of study in information technology, computer science, management information systems, data processing, or closely related field, including or supplemented by 9 semester credits in an acceptable course of study.
For Assignment Level III (Information Technology Fellow):
Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school with a specific course of study in information technology, computer science, management information systems, data processing, or other area relevant to the information technology project(s) assigned, including or supplemented by 9 semester credits in an acceptable course of study. Appointments to this Assignment Level will be made by the Technology Steering Committee through the Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications.
SPECIAL NOTE:
Maximum tenure for all Assignment Levels in the title of College Aide is 6 years. No student shall be employed more than half-time in any week in which classes in which the student is enrolled are in session. Students may be employed full-time during their vacation periods.
Preferred Skills:
The preferred candidate should possess the following: - Student pursuing an Undergraduate or Graduate degree Studying Graphic Design or a relevant discipline - Must be proficient in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and/or other common design and video editing applications - Interest in digital media, creative content, government and civics, community organizing, and more.

Responsibilities

Lead in managing the content calendar for social media channels, including to draft, curate and edit content and ensure consistent voice.
Under direction from the Communications Director, develop digital assets that are visually appealing and informative, effectively supporting program-specific and overarching agency communications goals; attend events to capture photography and/or video for use in digital assets.
Serve as point of contact for nyc.gov/cec site update needs and integration with affiliate site Participate.nyc.gov; periodically carry out audits of website content and flag update needs for agency program leads and Communications Director.
Assist in the development of communications materials, including press releases, newsletters, web copy, social media posts, blog posts, and talking points, ensuring standards and consistency across all deliverables and channels.
Lead in the development of the CEC’s monthly newsletter.
Advantages:
Develop strategic communications skills in a challenging environment;
Learn and develop digital media and creative content skills;
Learn about civic engagement while building your career.

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The City of New York is the most iconic and dynamic city on the planet. With a population of more than 8.4 million people, New York is not only the largest city in the United States — it is the academic, cultural, commercial, and financial capital of the world. City government is filled with opportunities for talented individuals seeking to improve their communities and make a meaningful difference in the lives of their fellow New Yorkers. Every day, the City’s more than 300,000 employees improve infrastructure, provide vital social services, build technology, protect health and safety, and so much more. Join us today at: http://www1.nyc.gov/jobs The City of New York offers its employees: •A chance to build the future of this city. New York City government is at the crossroads of where policy, great ideas, city services, and smart urban planning meet the lives and needs of every day New Yorkers. •Competitive salary and benefits. Hiring packages include a competitive salary, health benefits, various pension plans, employee assistance programs, and individual retirement accounts. •Diverse career opportunities. As the largest local government in the United States with more than 40 agencies, the City of New York offers a broad spectrum of opportunities — from education, housing development, and public health to sustainability, economic growth, technology, and emergency management. •Career Satisfaction. As a City employee, you will have the chance to shape the future of New York City and improve the quality of life for your family, neighbors, and fellow New Yorkers. •Equal Opportunity and Inclusion. The City of New York is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discriminatory action against City employees and applicants for employment based on their actual or perceived race, color, national origin, ethnicity alienage, citizenship status, gender, religion, creed and all other protected categories.