Communications Intern

Salary: $15.00 - $20.00 HourlyLocation : Fate, TXJob Type: InternshipJob Number: 00172Department: City Manager's OfficeOpening Date: 03/12/2026GENERAL SUMMARY & PURPOSETO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter, resume and three professional/academic references at The City of Fate will select top applicants for interview. All applicants selected for an internship may be required to complete a background check and drug screen.The City of Fate is seeking a motivated intern for a paid internship with the City Manager's Office. This internship provides hands-on experience in municipal communications and public engagement within a local government environment. 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.PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESInternship Details: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 websiteCreate, edits, & contributes to a city photo library.Assist with script writing & video production.Performs other related duties as requiredDuration: Internship may be extended up to a year based on organizational needs.Schedule: Part-timeMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSREQUIREMENTS:Open to high school seniors, college students (all levels), recent graduates, and individuals pursuing non-traditional educational paths. 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.Skill in using Microsoft Office Suite.Strong communication and customer service skills.Familiarity with generative artificial intelligence.Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsValid Class C Driver's License with clean driving record Driving is a requirement for this position