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Student Intern (Communications - Unclassified)

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Student Intern (Communications - Unclassified)

Salary

$40,496.36 - $48,213.09 Annually

Location

(Ramsey County Courthouse) Saint Paul, MN

Job Type

Internship

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

2025-00366

Department

Countywide Operations

Division

Countywide Communications/ Admin

Opening Date

04/29/2025

Closing Date

5/12/2025 11:59 PM Central

Union

Unrepresented

FLSA Status

nonexempt

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Basic Function

Current Junior, Senior and Grad students, from any college or university, are encouraged to apply.

Hours: 20-40 hours per week, from June – August 2025.

Duration: Three months, with the possibility to extend to six months. Specific schedule to be determined upon hire.

Ramsey County is committed to fostering transparent communication and promoting engagement between government and the public. Our team plays a pivotal role in keeping residents informed about services, programs, initiatives, and upcoming events. We are looking for a motivated and dynamic intern to support our communications efforts and contribute to various projects that impact our communities.

Internship Overview:

The internship will provide opportunities to gain work experience in the areas of strategic communications, visual design, social media, public relations and organizational/internal communications.

The intern will assist the communications team with research, content creation, social media management, and public relations tasks. This internship provides valuable exposure to the workings of public sector communication and is ideal for individuals interested in pursuing careers in government, public relations, journalism, or communications.

Duties may include:

+ Updating and developing written and visual content including web copy, brochures, signage, newsletters, advertisements, presentations and other materials.

+ Producing social media content and helping maintain an editorial calendar.

+ Organizing and preparing content for internal newsletters and communications.

+ Reviewing communications materials for adherence to brand standards.

+ Assisting departments with various communications plans and campaigns.

+ Supporting communications staff at events.

+ Photography.

+ Other duties as assigned.

+ Specific duties may be tailored to the intern’s interests and field of study.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Open to juniors, seniors and graduate students pursuing a degree in communications, graphic/visual design, journalism, English or a related field.

+ Strong writing, editing, visual design and organizational skills.

+ Self-starter, detail-oriented, ability to manage multiple projects.

+ Knowledge of social media, CMS tools, MS Office, Adobe Creative Suite, photography and AP style preferred.

+ Interest in government, public policy, and community engagement.

To view or print a copy of the complete Ramsey County job (class) description for this position, go to: Job Descriptions (http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ramsey/classspecs) . Once at this page, you can browse the alphabetical list or search for a job description.

Flexible Workplace:

This position is identified under the designation of ‘flex work eligible’, meaning that the employee can formally opt to be in-office full-time or work a flex schedule in which at least two-days per week are performed in office and other days can be performed in a remote-first environment. Regardless of selection, the position carries expectations regarding on-site responsibilities and will require schedule flexibility beyond the minimum expectations set forth in the county’s flexible workplace policy. To view Ramsey County’s Flexible Workplace policy, go to: Flexible Workplace Policy (https://public.powerdms.com/Ramsey/tree/documents/1657939)

Examples of Work Performed

This job class is limited to students in post-secondary schools. Duties are designed in light of the student's educational program in order to provide work experience that meets the department’s needs and complements the student's educational program.

Work is performed under the guidance of designated staff. Specific work assignments depend on the terms of the student's educational program and the department to which the student is assigned, and may include duties such as:

• Data collection and analysis;

• Documentation of findings;

• Preparation of written materials;

• Participation with departmental staff in discussions, program design and program implementation.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Enrollment at a post-secondary school in coursework relevant to the duties of the department to which assigned.

Experience: None.

Other: Employment as a Student Intern shall terminate upon graduation or upon failure to remain enrolled in school. With the approval of the appointing authority, employment may continue for up to six months after graduation.

Exam/Screening Process Information

There is no exam for this unclassified position.

To be considered for these internships please submit the following documents:

+ Complete the online application

+ Submit a resume

+ Submit a writing sample

This is an unclassified, at-will position, holding a confidential relation to the department head or elected official. This position requires an open screening and selection process. There is no exam for this unclassified, at-will, position. All applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be forwarded to the department for consideration.

Definition of Unclassified from the Ramsey County Personnel Act:

Subdivision 1. General. "The appointing authority may discharge employees in the unclassified service with or without cause. Employees in the unclassified service have no right to a grievance appeal from discharge or other disciplinary action under sections 383A.281 to 383A.301. An employee in an unclassified position shall not have tenure but shall be entitled to all benefits associated with tenure such as vacation leave, sick leave, health insurance, and other benefits as determined by the county board."

Criminal Background Checks:

All employment offers are conditioned upon the applicant passing a criminal background check. Convictions are not an automatic bar to employment. Each case is considered on its individual merits and the type of work sought. However, making false statements or withholding information will cause you to be barred from employment, or removed from employment.

E-Verify Participation:

Ramsey County participates in the federal E-Verify program. This means that Ramsey County will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. If the Government cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Ramsey County is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS and/or the SSA before taking adverse action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers may not use E-Verify to pre-screen job applicants and may not limit or influence the choice of documents you present for use on the Form I-9.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Ramsey County provides equal access to employment, programs, and services without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, familial or marital status, sexual orientation or gender identity, public assistance status, place of residence, political affiliation, or national origin. Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of our workforce.

Ramsey County is deeply committed to advancing racial equity and promoting diversity and inclusion within all areas of its workforce. The county strives being equitable, inclusive, transparent, respectful, and impactful in how we serve and engage with residents, as well as Ramsey County employees. Advancing racial equity ensures all people who need access to opportunities and services we provide, will receive them. Racial equity is achieved when race can no longer be used to predict life outcomes, and outcomes for all are improved.

It is preferred that you apply online. If you are unable to apply online, you can print a paper application for this posting by clicking Paper Application (https://www.ramseycounty.us/sites/default/files/Departments/Human%20Resources%20Dept/RAMSEY%20COUNTY%20EMPLOYMENT%20APPLICATION.pdf) (Download PDF reader) . To apply with a paper application, you will need to print this posting AND answer the supplemental questions associated with this exam and submit them with your completed paper application.

For further information regarding this posting, please contact [email protected]