Intern - Public Affairs
About the role
Nevada State University appreciates your interest in employment. To ensure your application process runs smoothly, we ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application: The required documents are listed below on the posting. Your application may not be considered if you do not attach the required documents.
Draft applications are saved automatically and can be accessed through your candidate home account. Completed applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. Once a recruitment has closed, applications will no longer be accepted.
Please note, recruitment will close without notice when a hiring decision has been made. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact the Human Resources department at (702) 992-2320 or apply@nevadastate. Job Description Nevada State University invites applications for the position of Intern - Public Affairs.
Available shifts
- This position will work 10-15
- per week with a flexible
- Monday through Friday during regular university business
- will be coordinated with the selected student based on their class
- and the department’s needs.
- Occasional attendance at university events outside the intern’s regular
- may be requested with advance notice.
- Student employees can work up to 19.
What you'll do
- Support presidential, public affairs and university communications efforts Assist with drafting and editing campus communications, announcements, briefing materials and other written content.
- Conduct research and gather information to support presidential remarks, talking points and communications.
- Assist with communications related to university priorities, initiatives and issues affecting Nevada State and higher education.
- Assist with public affairs, government relations and community engagement Research higher education, government and public policy issues relevant to Nevada State University.
- Assist with preparing background materials and briefings for meetings with community leaders, elected officials, government partners and other external stakeholders.
- Help track legislative, governmental and community issues that may affect the university.
- Support university efforts to strengthen relationships with community and public-sector partners.
- Assist with digital communications and university storytelling Help develop content highlighting university programs, events, students, faculty and staff.
- Assist with content for university digital platforms, including web, email and social media.
- Identify potential stories and gather information, quotes and other content from members of the campus community.
- Support presidential, university and community events Assist with planning and coordinating events involving the Office of the President.
- Help prepare event materials, communications, guest information and logistical materials.
What you'll bring
- Must be in good academic standing and maintain a GPA of 2.
- Must be enrolled as a degree seeking student with a minimum of 6 credits in the current or upcoming semester at Nevada State.
- Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship (Nevada State does not sponsor employment-related visas).
- Applicants must meet the posted
- at the time of application in order to be considered for the position.
- Students who are majoring in Communication, Visual Media, History, History - Pre-Law, Interdisciplinary Studies, Business and Criminal Justice.
- Students pursuing a related minor, such as Communication, Creative Writing, Visual Media or Business, are also encouraged to apply.
- Coursework or experience in public speaking, professional writing, journalism, digital media, research methods, government, public policy, marketing, graphic design or multimedia production would benefit a student in this role.
- Strong writing, editing, research and verbal communication skills, along with attention to detail, organization and an interest in public affairs, government, media, higher education or community engagement.
- Experience with student government, a student publication, social media, event planning, community service or a government or nonprofit organization would also be valuable.
Benefits
- Additional information is available at SSA 1945.
- Job postings are specific to the Nevada System of Higher Education.
Posted 8 days ago · Closes May 15