What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Affairs Intern (Unpaid Intern) position at County of Orange?
Position
Public Affairs Intern (Unpaid Internship)
Office of the District Attorney
This internship recruitment will remain posted on a continuous basis until the needs of the Agency are met. Students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply immediately.
OFFICE OF THE DISTRICT ATTORNEY
The County of Orange, District Attorney’s Office is seeking interns this summer to assist the Public Affairs Unit with daily operations and with community outreach efforts in the field.
The Unit is responsible for providing the public and media with vital and accurate information regarding significant cases, public safety, special events, and the criminal justice system. Interns will be exposed to all aspects of public relations and its essential role in the District Attorney’s Office.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Applicants who apply for this internship can expect their application to be seen by the Orange County District Attorney’s Office.
Interns will assist staff in the day-to day activities within the Public Affairs Unit. Students or recent graduates selected for the position perform a range of duties from very basic activities to those requiring higher skill levels and professional expertise.
Duties vary but may include:
- Assisting in the preparation and distribution of press releases
- Providing support with social media sites
- Responding to questions from the public and community organizations
- Coordinating special projects; assisting with department newsletter
- Creating and updating media talking points
- Posting updates to the department's intranet
- Event planning and community outreach
- Creating and updating resource material
- Interacting with other governmental and community-based organizations
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must currently be enrolled in an accredited college/university majoring in public relations, political science, marketing, communications, journalism or related fields. Recent graduates who have completed their degree in one of the above fields are also eligible to apply.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Office of the District Attorney is seeking applicants with the following qualifications:
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience in working with Microsoft Office Suite
- Thorough knowledge of social media platforms, including Instagram, Twitter and Facebook
- Experience in developing/sharing videos and content via social media
- Detail oriented and reliable
TIME COMMITMENT
Immediate placement available. Minimum 12 - 15 hours per week for three or more months. Hours can be scheduled in 3-to-8-hour blocks of time, including nights and weekends. Applicants able to schedule the maximum hours/ duration listed for the internship typically gain a more in-depth experience.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Working in the community gives interns additional skills that include networking while providing resources and educational material to the general public. Time commitments for these events can include hours during the evenings and weekends.
BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO INTERN
Although this is an unpaid internship that does not lead to paid employment or include employee benefits, students and recent graduates are offered an excellent opportunity to gain extensive experience in managing public relations, marketing and social media campaigns within a large government agency.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applicants must attach a cover letter, resume, and unofficial transcripts to their application. Email application packet items to media@ocdapa.org and list “Internship Application – Your Name” in the subject line.
REQUIRED BACKGROUND SCREENING/REFERENCE CHECK
The background screening requires the applicant's full legal name, date of birth, address and U.S. Social Security number. Please note that certain agencies may have longer background processes.
Please see below for important information regarding COVID-19 related requirements.
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve, and laws, regulations, and policies regarding COVID-19 are subject to change. The County of Orange is required to comply with all applicable State or County Public Health Orders, some of which require vaccination and boosting as follows:
Workers, who provide services in certain Health Care Facilities or in a correctional facility or detention center where health care is provided, will be required to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated and boosted in accordance with applicable state orders. (Workers may be exempt from this requirement based on religious beliefs or a qualifying medical reason)
In addition, depending on assignment and COVID-19 Community Level, workers in certain high-risk settings may be required to wear masks regardless of vaccination status.
The position for which you are applying may be required to adhere to any applicable State or County Public Health Orders. You will receive notification of any requirement as it applies to a position.
Internship recruitments at the County may close at any time at the discretion of the Agency.
EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
For additional internship postings, please check our Web site at the following link: https://hrs.ocgov.com/careers/volunteer-intern/internships/internship-opportunities
Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, please contact media@da.ocgov.com.
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer,
encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
