SEASONAL INTERN - COMMUNICATIONS INTERN

Position Overview

Position Title: Seasonal Intern – Communications Intern

Applications accepted from: Ages 16 - 24

Department: Admin. & Regulatory Affairs, Houston Public Works, Human Resources, & Office of Business Opportunity

Division: Various

Reporting Location: Various

Workdays & Hours: Various

General Description Of The Intern Duties

Department of Neighborhoods

DON Executive Offices

The Social Media Development Intern will create high-quality social media content that explains who we are as an organization, shares updates on organization initiatives, and creatively engages with our audience. Additionally, the intern may assist with events and activities, support fundraising efforts, solicit donations, write press releases, schedule media appearances, and help with other department tasks related to the student’s placement goals.

Mayor's Office Houston Television HTV

Interns will receive training on professional video acquisition and editing with their personal mobile phones, then the HTV professional DSLR, and ENG cameras. All gear will be used to create content for the mayors office and Houston Television programming.

Mayor's Office Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs

Interns will work closely with the Director, exercise creative skills and support the City’s Make Music Day Houston celebration that will benefit the City and the creative economy. Intern will have the opportunity to create content for the City’s Civic Art Collection and administrative tasks.?

Parks & Recreation Communications

General Intern communication duties

Planning & Development Communications Basic computer skills, excellent communication, multitasker and organized

Intern Skill/experience Preferred

Department of Neighborhoods

Communications Intern

Communication skills, critical thinking, collaboration, time management, initiative, interpersonal skills, detail-oriented, decision-making and analytical skills.

Mayor's Office

Production Intern

Some video editing skills through a high school media club, program, or magnet

Mayor's Office

Arts & Culture Intern

Self-motivated, strong writing

Parks & Recreation

Communications Intern college hours

Planning & Development Communications Basic computer skills, excellent communication, multitasker and organized

GENERAL INFORMATION

Thanks for your interest in the City of Houston's Youth Summer Jobs Program, which will run from June 9 – July 31, 2025. Interns will work 32 hours per week and earn $14 per hour . This program provides an excellent opportunity for you to earn and learn by becoming a member of the team that takes care of the residents of the nation’s 4th largest city.

Note - Successful candidates will be required to pass a background check.

You will be given the option to opt into receiving text messages at the time of application. Considered applicants will receive text messages of the next stage of the application and hiring process.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position is physically comfortable, the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. Some positions require working outside in varied weather conditions, and the ability to use certain tools.

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions. Some positions are outdoors and require the ability to function in warm/hot weather conditions.

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to read, write, add, subtract and follow oral and basic written instructions. May have a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling and punctuation. May require a basic knowledge of a particular subject area. (Individuals may be high school students.) Must be 16 years of age or older.

Age Requirement: 16 -24

Experience Requirements

No experience required.

License Requirements

None

PREFERENCES

• Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**
  
  

GENERAL INFORMATION

Selection / Skills Tests Required

None.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITIONNo

SALARY INFORMATION Pay Grade: 3

APPLICATION PROCEDURES

Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov .

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6148.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6148. (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.