Government & Public Relations Intern

Summary•Vail, CO

1d•$24 - $34•Hybrid

About The Position

The Eagle River Water & Sanitation District is seeking a Government & Public Relations Intern to support the Government & Public Relations team, which focuses on board governance, policy development, legal compliance, and coordination with other local entities. You will work to support the Board of Directors, help manage public records and contracts, research policy issues, and collaborate with the team on communications with customers and community partners, including support for social media content and outreach. You will be part of a small team where your work matters and your ideas are welcomed. This role is a good fit for someone who is curious, organized, and interested in how policy, communications, and operations come together in a local government that provides the essential water services that keep our community thriving.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Strong writing, editing, and analytic skills
Motivated, organized, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.
Ability to respectfully engage with community members and represent ERWSD professionally at public events.

Nice To Haves

Current enrollment or recent completion of coursework in communications, public administration, political science, business, or a related field preferred.
Familiarity with programs like SharePoint and the Microsoft Suite

Responsibilities

Research local and state laws, town and county codes, and metro district regulations related to water conservation and other community issues.
Track legislation and policy trends and summarize key takeaways for staff and leadership.
Support coordination with towns, counties, metro districts, and design review boards.
Assist with Board of Director meeting packets, agendas, and materials.
Help organize records and ensure documents are accurate, complete, and legally compliant.
Learn how public boards operate and how staff support transparent and accountable decision making.
Assist with written materials related to water use, conservation programs, and District operations.
Support public facing communications through drafts, summaries, talking points, website content, and social media posts.
Help organize background information that supports clear and consistent messaging.
Serve as an initial point of contact for customers, responding directly to questions about summer watering schedules, conservation programs, and District policies
Support basic contract development and administration for construction and operational projects.
Help organize contract files, track key information, and support administrative steps in the contracting process.
Help maintain organized, accessible records that meet public accountability standards and naming convention standards.
Support document management systems and assist with improving clarity, consistency, and accessibility.