What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transit Communications Intern (PT Internship) position at City of Colorado Springs?
Want real world experience that makes an impact in your community? The City of Colorado Springs is looking for a Communications Intern to join the Mountain Metropolitan Transit (MMT) team. This is a flexible, hands on role perfect for students ready to jump into creative projects and learn on the job. Normal work week is Monday through Friday with some weekend hours. Hours will be flexible averaging from 10 to 20 hours per week.
This is a seasonal (at-will) position with benefits limited to those required by applicable state and federal laws, which include Worker's Compensation, Medicare, Unemployment Insurance, and PERA (Public Employees' Retirement Association).
As a PT Intern, you will:
- Write, produce, record and edit videos for web and social media
- Create unique and engaging graphics
- Assist with website updates and social media content
- Support MMT events, including some weekends
- Help with additional projects
- Other duties as assigned
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite, and Canva
- Creativity and a strong eye for design
- Dependability and attention to detail
- Great communication and interpersonal skills
- The ability to juggle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
- A collaborative mindset
- Current full time junior, senior or graduate student in Journalism, Communications, Public Administration or a related field
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5
- Interest in the City of Colorado Springs and a passion for public transportation
- A creative thinker who can turn bold and fun ideas into clear, compelling visuals that connect with the community
Please contact Katie McLaughlin at katie.mclaughlin@coloradosprings.gov for any questions about this position.
Salary : $15 - $20