SEASONAL INTERN - COMMUNICATIONS INTERN

Full Job Description

Position Title:	Seasonal Intern – Communications Intern
Applications accepted from:	Ages 16 - 24
Department:	Admin. & Regulatory Affairs, Houston Public Works, Human Resources, & Office of Business Opportunity
Division:	Various
Reporting Location:	Various
Workdays & Hours:	Various
General description of the intern duties:	Houston Health PH/COE Helps evaluate educational materials and develops marketing plans for selected target audiences as assigned. Assists in the production of internal/external communications by showing a broad general knowledge of media support tools and a comprehensive performance of tasks within one or more areas of responsibility. Coordinates selected media projects. Mayor's Office Houston Television HTV Interns will receive training on professional video acquisition and editing with their personal mobile phones, then the HTV professional DSLR, and ENG cameras. All gear will be used to create content for the mayors office and Houston Television programming. Mayor's Office Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs Interns will work closely with the Director, exercise creative skills and support the City’s Make Music Day Houston celebration that will benefit the City and the creative economy. Intern will have the opportunity to create content for the City’s Civic Art Collection and administrative tasks.?
Intern skill/experience preferred:	Houston Health Communications Intern No experience Mayor's Office Production Intern Some video editing skills through a high school media club, program, or magnet Mayor's Office Arts & Culture Intern Self-motivated, strong writing

GENERAL INFORMATION
Thanks for your interest in the City of Houston's Youth Summer Jobs Program, which will run from June 8 – July 31, 2026. Interns will work 32 hours per week and earn $14 per hour. This program provides an excellent opportunity for you to earn and learn by becoming a member of the team that takes care of the residents of the nation’s 4th largest city.

Note - Successful candidates will be required to pass a background check.

You will be given the option to opt into receiving text messages at the time of application. Considered applicants will receive text messages of the next stage of the application and hiring process.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position is physically comfortable, the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. Some positions require working outside in varied weather conditions, and the ability to use certain tools.

There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions. Some positions are outdoors and require the ability to function in warm/hot weather conditions.

Requirements

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to read, write, add, subtract and follow oral and basic written instructions. May have a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling and punctuation. May require a basic knowledge of a particular subject area. (Individuals may be high school students.) Must be 16 years of age or older.

Age Requirement: 16 -24

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
No experience required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
None

Qualifications

**Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.**

Additional Information

SELECTION / SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED
None.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION No

SALARY INFORMATION Pay Grade: 3

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832-393-6032.

If you need special services or accommodations, call 832-393-6032. (TTY 7-1-1)

If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.