City Government Public Relations Intern

<Job Summary>
The City of Ralston is seeking a motivated and creative City Government Public Relations Intern to support storytelling, research, and outreach efforts related to local businesses, redevelopment initiatives, and community priorities. This internship offers hands-on experience in municipal operations, policy research, community outreach, and public-sector communications.

Key Responsibilities

• Research local and regional economic development issues, trends, and initiatives
• Conduct interviews with business owners, entrepreneurs, residents, community leaders, and public officials
• Write blog posts, feature stories, and short articles for REDC’s website and digital platforms
• Plan, script, film, and edit short-form video content (vlogs, interviews, project highlights)
• Assist with content strategy for social media, newsletters, and marketing campaigns
• Support efforts related to city projects, business initiatives, and community events
• Collaborate with REDC staff to ensure content aligns with branding and messaging goals

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from an undergraduate or graduate program in journalism, communications, marketing, public relations, political science, public policy, or a related field
• Strong writing and storytelling skills with attention to clarity and accuracy
• Strong reading comprehension, research, and data analysis skills
• Comfortable conducting interviews and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders
• Basic website management, social media platform management, video production and editing skills (smartphone video acceptable; experience with editing software is a plus)
• Interest in local government, economic development, community planning, or small business
• Organized, self-motivated, and able to meet deadlines
• Ability to work in-person at Ralston’s City Hall
• Selected candidate will be subject to a background check and drug screening

Desired Qualifications

· Spanish fluency

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person