Business and Communications Intern

About the Position

Are you looking for an exciting internship this summer? The City Council is seeking applicants for an internship to assist with the Saint Paul Business Award process. This position is available June 2025 through September 2025.

Information Specific to the Internship:

The Business and Communications Intern will have the opportunity to work closely with local government appointees, gain networking experience and obtain institutional knowledge of government practices. Provides administrative assistance with short-term project work utilizing social media and promoting awareness of the Saint Paul Business Awards Recognition campaign.

Work location: City Hall - 15 Kellogg Boulevard, Saint Paul, MN 55102

Paid: $17.00/hour

Unpaid: Course credits to fulfill degree requirement

Here's what you can expect to do:

Coordinate with ward offices from the City Council, Office of Technology and Communications and business-related organizations to promote awareness of the Saint Paul Business Awards program using platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, etc.

Prepare press releases and social media messages and ensures that messaging of campaign is consistent across communication platforms. Tracks and maintains nominee information using SharePoint.

Provides and meets weekly to update direct supervisor of nominees and nominations status, including emailing weekly reports to all wards.

Works closely with City Council, Office of Technology and Communications, and Department of Safety and Inspections staff members.

Conducts research as necessary to support and improve the business award process.

Plans the award ceremony.

Information Specific to this Position:

Duration: June-September (hours may be adjusted due to school schedule), 15 - 25 hours per week

Must be available to work with a standard work week (Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) but specific days and hours are negotiable. Position is in-person Monday-Thursday, remote on Fridays.

Intern is responsible for their own transportation and for using own personal device on the Friday remote day.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Position Requirements

Must be an undergraduate or graduate student currently enrolled at an accredited college or university.

Experience using social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat etc. in a work or school setting.

Experience using Microsoft Excel, Form, Outlook, and Word or equivalent in a work or school setting.

Experience working in SharePoint or similar platform.

Preferred Qualifications:

Pursuing a degree in the following majors: Business, Marketing, or Communications

Familiarity with leveraging social media as an effective marketing tool for promotion

Effective communication – both written and oral; grammatical, spelling, and proofreading abilities

Detail oriented, self-directed, and willing to take initiative

Good organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills

Problem solving ability and flexibility

How to Apply

Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.

Upload or submit the following required documents via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)

Resume

Cover Letter

Writing Sample: Write a social media post promoting the Saint Paul Business Awards Program. The post must be less than 150 characters.

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Learn more about our Hiring Process

Temporary: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements. This position is eligible for Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST). Other benefits are not provided.

Final Selection Process: You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process. Only complete applications will be accepted.

Condition of Employment: Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.

Contact Information:

Nhia Vang at

E-mail:

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Working Title: Business and Communications Intern

Official Title: City Council Assistant-Hourly