Job Description

The Mayor’s Press Office is looking for interns for the upcoming Fall 2017 Semester. Start date would be sometime in early September with an end date by mid-December. We’re looking for interns that ideally would work at least 10 hours a week. This will be a great opportunity to learn about the work of local government in one of the nation’s largest cities. These positions will be based in City Hall.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

● Monitor news outlets for relevant information about the City’s initiatives.

● Compile press clips for daily distribution to staff.

● Prepare official correspondence on behalf of the Mayor.

● Assist with briefings and talking points before the Mayor’s public appearances.

● Provide administrative support to the communications team as needed.

● Help with ad hoc projects that may arise over the course of the semester.