The House Majority Communications Intern will gain valuable experience in the legislative process and communications field by working closely with legislative staff on a variety of projects. Duties may include graphic design, social media management, writing, content creation, and special projects. The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated and organized student with a strong interest in public relations, marketing, government, public policy, and communications.
The Utah House of Representatives Majority Staff is a partisan office serving the needs of the Majority Caucus Members.
Example of Duties:
- Create content using Canva, Photoshop, or other graphic design programs including flyers, social media graphics, digital media materials, infographics, one pagers, booklets, and other materials for the Utah House Majority
- Draft written content for social media, newsletters, and press releases
- Conceptualize visuals that align with communications goals and strategies
- Work closely with staff to coordinate communications projects
- Use a camera to take pictures and videos
- Utilize photo and video editing software to produce digital media
- Attend legislative hearings and meetings
- Assist with planning and executing events
- Write legislative summaries and reports
- Provide additional administrative support to staff as needed
Ideal Candidate:
- Has successfully completed at least two full years in an undergraduate degree program, with a strong interest in communications, public relations, marketing, graphic design, or a related field
- Has strong organizational, creative, design, writing, communications, and interpersonal skills
Minimum qualifications:
- Must be enrolled in or have completed an undergraduate degree program
- Graphic design experience using Canva, Photoshop, or other design platform
- Ability to effectively communicate information and ideas in written, graphic, and verbal form
- Understanding of social media platforms
Job Type: Part-time with options for full-time work
Compensation: $20.00 per hour with no benefits
Job Location: Utah State Capitol with options for remote work
Start Date: June 3, 2024
End Date: December 20, 2024
Application Instructions
Submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, graphic design sample, and two references by email no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, April 19 to housecomms@le.utah.gov with the subject line “Communications Intern, [your name].” Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Job Posting: House Majority Communications Intern
