Part-Time Intern – (Water Resources - Information & Outreach)

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Job Description
Gwinnett County’s Department of Water Resources is currently recruiting to hire interns to assist our Information & Outreach Division. $20.36 per hour, 15-20 hours per week with at least one year commitment, not to exceed 1,560 hours per year.

Essential Duties

• Assist with development of communications materials for water conservation and protection
• Write educational articles for newsletters and other publications, as well as social media posts. Assist with writing and design/layout for brochures and flyers using Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
• Assist Department of Water Resources staff with workshops and events, including compiling registrations, preparing materials, coordinating attendee sign-in, and display set-up/break-down
• Review and coordinate updates to the Department of Water Resources website
• Other duties as assigned

Hourly rate
Hourly rate is $20.36/hour.

Minimum Qualifications

• Major in communications, journalism, or public relations
• Available at least two weekdays per week between the hours of 8:00am and 3:00pm
• Willingness to work occasional evenings and Saturdays
• A valid driver's license and the ability to meet requirements to operate a Gwinnett County vehicle

Other Job Requirements/Information

• Strong work or educational background and/or understanding of communications and public relations
• Can quickly learn and confidently deliver new material
• Well organized and dependable
• Will represent Gwinnett County DWR with professionalism and courtesy
• Comfortable with public speaking

Physical Requirements
Moderate physical activity including stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling and the ability to lift 30 pounds.

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