Communications Intern (49666)

Communications Intern
Location:City Hall
Duration: January 11, 2027 - May 14, 2027
Hours:Flexible, approximately 20 hours per week
Hourly Rate:$15.00/Hour USD

Why Covington?

Welcome to thebold side of the river! Covington, Kentucky, is where history and innovation meet. We pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive community where individuals contribute to our city’s growth and success. As an intern at the City of Covington, you’ll gain hands-on experience in local government, working alongside professionals who are committed to shaping the future of our city. From the iconic neighborhoods to vibrant businesses, Covington offers a unique environment for learning, growth, and impact.

SUMMARY:

The Communications Intern supports the City’s internal and external communication efforts. Under general supervision, the Communications Intern assists in creating, editing, and distributing content through social media, newsletters, websites, press releases, and physical flyers. The Communications Intern assists with writing, photography, videography, graphic design, proofreading, public outreach efforts, and projects in the department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:These tasks are typical for this position and may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist with the development of social media content, including graphics, captions, photography, press releases, and short-form video.
• Identify opportunities to incorporate current digital trends consistent with the city's brand.
• Assist with the design of engagement reports, presentations, publications, and other print and digital communication materials while ensuring consistency with the city's brand.
• Support department events, press conferences, and other public-facing activities in the community through photography, videography, logistics, and communications assistance as needed.
• Distribute flyers to community members and public locations.
• Adhere to brand guidelines and standards of the city.
• Assist with public outreach efforts.
• Other duties as assigned.

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:

Employees at all levels are expected to work effectively together to meet the needs of the community and the organization through work behaviors demonstrating the City’s values.  Employees are also expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Enrollment in an accredited undergraduate program in Communications, Marketing, or closely related field and status as a Junior or Senior.
• Relevant coursework, demonstrating an interest and aptitude to work in a related field of study.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• None required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs such as Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Knowledge of Adobe and basic design principles.
• Knowledge of social media platforms and digital communication tools.
• Knowledge of Canva.
• Knowledge and ability to use computers and related applications.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize multiple projects.
• Ability to communicate effectively and accurately, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with others.
• Ability to carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ration, and percent and to draw and interpret various graphs.

REASONING ABILITY:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to communicate effectively, stand, sit, or walk for extended periods. The employee is occasionally expected to move or lift up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is typically in an office environment but may occasionally be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

TRAVEL:

Travel is minimal (estimated ~5%) and consists mostly of local travel to clients and stakeholders with potential overnight travel for conferences in and out of state.

POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK:

This is a part-time position, up to 20 hours per week. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm. Evening, weekend and work hour adjustments may be required as job duties demand.

EEO STATEMENT:

The City of Covington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the rich variety of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences in our community. We encourage individuals from all walks of life to apply and proudly provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.