Communications Intern

Organization: 

City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department

Site Supervisor: Ashley Lawson

Organization Address: 

2100 Travis St. 9th floor, Houston, TX. 77002

Organization Description: 

The City of Houston Housing and Community Development Department (HCD) works to create opportunities for all Houstonians to have access to safe homes that they can afford in communities where they can thrive. Our department works closely with service providers and developers across the city to improve the quality of life for Houston residents. 

Primary Function: 

The intern will offer clerical support to the Public Information Officer in tracking tasks and project deadlines by assisting in facilitating communication between an organization and the general public. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide support with tracking the success of current communications campaigns.

• Writing and editing, capturing images, developing media campaigns, preparing communiqués, social media, public information, events, and posting updated information for the department. 

Preferred qualifications: 

• Experience working with MS Office.

• Exceptional research skills.

• Strong verbal as well as written communication skills.

• Exceptional time-management and organizational skills.

• A keen eye for details.

• Time management and ability to meet deadlines.

• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask. 

Number of available positions: 1

Hours expected to work each week: 20