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The Public Information Office (PIO) Intern will support the team with various public relations and marketing functions. PIO’s mission is to create unified communication through the development and distribution of thorough, consistent, and accessible messaging.
Job Responsibility:
Assist with planning and organizing a variety of media, promotional, and special events
Assist with drafting news releases, prepare responses for stakeholder inquiries, and analyze metrics
Monitor daily media coverage and draft reports for agency distribution
Support ongoing marketing and awareness efforts, including outreach and social media coordination
Assist with researching, writing, and editing newsletters, news releases, print/broadcast advertising, social media content, video scripts, and other collateral materials
Support regular maintenance of the SANDAG.org website including content review, page updates, and metrics reporting
Assist with inventory management and organization of Public Affairs promotional and storage items
Assist with other related tasks
Requirements:
College level coursework in journalism, communications, marketing, media relations, multimedia, public policy, public administration, business, or a related field
Experience completing assignments that involve researching, analyzing, and synthesizing information into written summaries, reports, or recommendations
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite of products, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to communicate with various audiences using exceptional interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask and work on several projects simultaneously
Flexibility and willingness to perform a variety of tasks typical of an entry-level communications position
Nice to have:
Familiarity with the Spanish language is desirable
Understanding or knowledge of local and regional government agencies and public policy is preferred
Knowledge of effective verbal and written communication techniques, social media platforms, public relations, and marketing strategies, is preferred
Ability to take high quality photographs and video, and experience with video-editing software, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, is preferred