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City of Saint Paul is Hiring a Digital Communications/Website Copywriter Intern Near Saint Paul, MN
The City of Saint Paul is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join the Office of Technology and Communications (OTC) for a unique opportunity to contribute to a major content project for StPaul.gov. This role is ideal for current students in Communications, Digital Marketing, Information Technology, or related fields who are passionate about making digital content more accessible, accurate, and user-friendly. The intern will play a critical role in enhancing the online experience for millions of website visitors, thereby supporting the City's commitment to high-quality public service and accessibility for all.
Here’s what you can expect to do:
Collaborate with the OTC team and departmental staff to prioritize and implement content improvements on high-visibility pages.
Utilize tools such as SiteImprove to identify opportunities for content optimization, focusing on enhancing clarity, eliminating redundancy, and improving accessibility.
Participate in the development and refinement of a city-wide content maintenance process to facilitate ongoing content improvement and ensure consistency across StPaul.gov.
Contribute to UX research efforts tailored to department goals, aiming to maximize the effectiveness of high-traffic pages.
Provide input on creating easy-to-use documentation, clear content guidelines, and training materials for department staff to sustain content quality.
Current enrollment in or recent graduation from a bachelor's or master's program in Communications, Digital Marketing, Information Technology, or a related field.
Strong writing and editing skills, with an ability to communicate complex information in an accessible and user-friendly manner.
Familiarity with web content best practices, including SEO, accessibility standards (e.g., WCAG), and user experience principles.
Experience with or a strong interest in learning web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, SiteImprove) and content management systems.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
- Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
- Upload or submit the following required document via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
- A resume
Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.Temporary: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements. This position is eligible for Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST). Other benefits are not provided.
Final Selection Process: You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment.
Human Resources Contact Information: Danni Smith at 651-266-6566
Email: danni.smith@stpaul.govThe City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Summary
Intern
Public Administration
$70k-88k (estimate)
05/11/2024
05/28/2024
cityofstpaulmissouri.com
O FALLON, MO
<25
2007
LYNN HOLLOWAY
<$5M
Public Administration
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