Communications Intern

City of San Diego

1d • $19 - $23

About The Position

The purpose of the internship is to provide experience communicating the work of the City Attorney’s Office to internal and external audiences through social media, newsletters, and other public outreach efforts. The Communications Intern will assist the office with both internal and external communications. Primary duties include helping draft and edit social media captions, the internal monthly newsletter, and the external City Attorney’s Brief newsletter. The intern will work closely with the Communications Manager to implement social media ideas, create Reels and short videos, take photos, and explore new ways to engage the public in the work of the City Attorney’s Office. Additional responsibilities may include organizing content, updating communication materials, and supporting other office projects as needed. The Communications Intern will also support the Chief of Staff with state-level government affairs projects, including tracking state legislation supported by the Office and drafting support letters. By the end of the internship, the Communications Intern will gain hands-on experience in communications and develop practical skills in writing, social media, and digital engagement.

Requirements

• 15 ½ years of age or older.
• Must be a United States citizen or have the current legal right to work in the United States.
• Must be enrolled in a continuing education, traditional education, or training program.
• Must meet grant criteria for funding.

Nice To Haves

• Within the first month, learn the office’s writing style and tone by drafting at least three social media posts or newsletter items with minimal edits.
• By the midpoint of the internship, assist in planning and implementing at least one short social media campaign or series (such as a Reel or awareness post) and track engagement metrics to measure impact.
• Contribute to at least one edition of the internal monthly newsletter and one issue of the City Attorney’s Brief external newsletter.
• By the end of the internship, create a small portfolio (4–6 pieces) showcasing completed work and summarize key skills gained in writing, content creation, and public communication.

Responsibilities

• Draft and edit social media captions.
• Draft and edit the internal monthly newsletter.
• Draft and edit the external City Attorney’s Brief newsletter.
• Implement social media ideas with the Communications Manager.
• Create Reels and short videos.
• Take photos.
• Explore new ways to engage the public in the work of the City Attorney’s Office.
• Organize content.
• Update communication materials.
• Support other office projects as needed.
• Support the Chief of Staff with state-level government affairs projects, including tracking state legislation supported by the Office and drafting support letters.

Benefits

• Will participate in the City’s Defined Benefit Plan administered by the San Diego City Employees’ Retirement System (SDCERS).
• Will receive a free transit pass (including MTS Trolley, MTS Bus, and all Rapid and Rapid Express bus services).
• Will accrue paid sick leave while employed in a paid internship (eligible for use after 90 days of employment).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed