Internship - Marketing and Education Water Conservation - Public Works

City of Prescott • Prescott, AZ

352d • $17

About The Position

We are seeking a driven, enthusiastic Marketing and Education Water Conservation Intern. In this role, you will help implement marketing strategies, participate in creative education campaigns, perform market research, engage the public at key outreach events, and gain hands-on, real-world experience related to marketing and water conservation programming.

Requirements

• Current enrollment or recent graduation from an undergraduate or graduate program in Marketing, Business, Conservation or a similar field.
• Familiarity with marketing computer software and social media platforms (experience with Canva preferred).
• Skill in using computers.
• Skill in using Excel and writing basic reports in Word.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A passion for marketing and interest in water conservation.
• Outstanding multitasking abilities.

Nice To Haves

• Photography and video creation experience and/or interest.
• Skill in accurately documenting daily work tasks.
• Skill in communicating and solving problems.
• Ability to recognize occupational hazards of work.
• Ability to follow safety principles, regulations, and safe work practices.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with City employees.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to collect and organize facts and data.
• Ability to record field data manually and by using computer programs.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work on tasks without constant supervision.

Responsibilities

• Support the City of Prescott's Water Conservation efforts by supporting the creation of print and online marketing materials, presentations, social media outreach (i.e. posts, videos), and event branding efforts.
• Assist with design and installation of a new public library Earth Day display.
• Engage with the public around water conservation topics at public outreach events.
• Participate in market research to support the development and implementation of customer/community engagement strategies.
• Support marketing and education outreach efforts to informal audiences (i.e. Boy/Girl Scouts, library, Heritage Center, clubs, etc.).
• Learn about community-based social marketing and assist with the development of proposals for pilot projects.
• Support daily administrative tasks as needed.

Benefits

• Hiring Rate: $17.50 per hour.
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (eligible for overtime).
• 12-16 hours/week; 16 weeks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree