PUBLIC AFFAIRS INTERN (Summer)
Fulton County District Attorney’s Office
Atlanta
Application Deadline: Wednesday, May 1
The Office of the Fulton County District Attorney is seeking a highly dynamic individual as the Public Affairs Summer Intern. The position will be unpaid, but the ideal candidate will gain hands-on writing experience—researching, developing and producing content for a variety of communication platforms including website, social media, and written publications. Knowledge of journalism and public relations concepts, design and layout, and Microsoft Office applications required. Passion for writing preferred.
The internship will last approximately 10-weeks beginning May 28, 2013. A minimum of 30 hours per week is required.
Duties:
• Writing and editing content for all publications including newsletters, social media, press releases, website and other publications;
• Monitoring traditional and social media ensuring content reflects current information;
• Working with the creative team to ensure copy tone and style are consistent with office brand;
• Developing and maintaining databases;
• Other duties as assigned.
Special Requirements:
• The ability to organize and manage a diverse range of assignments and projects in a timely manner with thorough attention to detail and follow through;
• The ability to effectively conceptualize, articulate, and present content ideas;
Minimum Education/Experience:
• Rising college junior or senior majoring in Communications or Journalism;
• Strong command of the English language;
• Writing, editing, and proofing skills;
• Interest in the public sector and writing;
• Operating personal computers, including spreadsheet, database, word processing, presentation, and other related software and hardware;
Interested applicants are asked to send a resume along with 2-3 writing samples by close of business on May 1, 2013 to: da.interns@fultoncountyga.gov