Team Kentucky Internship Program - Public Protection - Office of Communications and Outreach

State of Kentucky • Frankfort, KY

61d • $16 - $19

About The Position

About Team Kentucky Internship Program: The Team Kentucky Internship Program brings talented and motivated college students into the world of public service. The program provides meaningful and relevant work experience, professional development activities, and offers interns networking opportunities with other interns across the Commonwealth, all while working alongside program and field professionals, state government leaders. The Team Kentucky Internship Program is a prestigious and competitive program; therefore, interested applicants must complete an online application and be vetted through an interview process. Those selected for the program will perform valuable work in our state agencies. To be considered for a position in the Team Kentucky Internship Program, applicant must: Be enrolled at an accredited Kentucky post-secondary school or other educational institution approved by the Kentucky Personnel Cabinet. Be in good standing with the school with at least a 2.5 grade point average at hire. Graduating high school seniors enrolled in college courses with a 2.5 GPA may also qualify and apply to participate in the program. Candidates must be 18 years of age by May 15, 2026. Interested applicants must upload their unofficial transcript when applying to TKIP positions. Program Requirements - Attend TKIP Orientation Attend at least 1 Professional Development Day Attend at least 1 Agency Tour Complete 300 working hours throughout the program Submit the final project Attend TKIP Reception About the Public Protection Cabinet's Office of Communications and Public Outreach - The Public Protection Cabinet ensures the safe and fair operation of some of the most important institutions in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, including the regulation of financial institutions, insurance, alcohol, professional licensing, and sporting events. Our diverse agencies share a common goal of providing the best service to every citizen and business in the state. Within the Office of the Secretary, the Office of Communications and Public Outreach (OCPO) effectively communicates the mission and operations of the Public Protection Cabinet. A Day in the Life - Coordinate public relations activities including the development and distribution of press releases, planning and execution of press conferences, and special events. Assist in the development of communications plans, special projects, internal communications, education, and outreach initiatives. Create and manage digital content that communicates the cabinet's message through visual storytelling such as videos, photos, website management, and graphic packages. Monitor the media landscape. Provide administrative support to the communication office. What You'll Need to Succeed - Be dependable: Comply with a designated work schedule and meet assigned deadlines. Communicate with your supervisor ahead of time if you are unable to follow your work schedule, would like to request a schedule adjustment, or if you need further support to meet a deadline. Take initiative: Look for ways to go above and beyond in your day-to-day work to show your supervisor that you are a self-motivated problem solver. Take advantage of learning opportunities: Seek out new opportunities to learn about your state agency and state government. Request feedback on your job performance - this will show you are receptive and searching for opportunities to grow. Ask questions if you are unsure how to complete an assigned task or need additional support or guidance.

Requirements

• Be dependable: Comply with a designated work schedule and meet assigned deadlines. Communicate with your supervisor ahead of time if you are unable to follow your work schedule, would like to request a schedule adjustment, or if you need further support to meet a deadline.
• Take initiative: Look for ways to go above and beyond in your day-to-day work to show your supervisor that you are a self-motivated problem solver.
• Take advantage of learning opportunities: Seek out new opportunities to learn about your state agency and state government. Request feedback on your job performance - this will show you are receptive and searching for opportunities to grow. Ask questions if you are unsure how to complete an assigned task or need additional support or guidance.
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• Must be 18 years of age at the time of employment.
• Must be enrolled on a full-time basis in high school as a graduating senior currently enrolled in college level courses OR a college-level student enrolled at an accredited Kentucky post-secondary school or other educational institutions approved by the Kentucky Personnel Cabinet.
• Applicants must furnish proof of enrollment in such a program to the Personnel Cabinet.
• Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification.
• Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate public relations activities including the development and distribution of press releases, planning and execution of press conferences, and special events.
• Assist in the development of communications plans, special projects, internal communications, education, and outreach initiatives.
• Create and manage digital content that communicates the cabinet's message through visual storytelling such as videos, photos, website management, and graphic packages.
• Monitor the media landscape.
• Provide administrative support to the communication office.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees