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Communications Intern

State of Iowa

  • Ames, IA
  • 6 days ago
  • $16.46 Per Hour

Highlights

Preferred background: Preferred majors/coursework include, but are not limited to: Advertising, Business, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or Graphic Design. Work tasks: Design, create, and update content for outreach materials, training resources, web page content, etc.

Numbers & Facts

LocationAmes, IA

Description

Communications Intern

Salary

$16.46 Hourly

Location

Ames - 50010 - Story County, IA

Job Type

Internship

Job Number

27-01300

Agency

645 Iowa Department of Transportation

Opening Date

11/05/2026

Closing Date

12/6/2026 11:59 PM Central

LinkedIn Tag

#LI-DNP

Point of Contact

jan.laaser-webb@iowadot.us

Job Description

Are you interested in transforming technical content into engaging material? This intern position is located within the Roadway Safety Section of the Traffic Operations & Safety Bureau and may conduct work on behalf of the entire bureau. The individual will get hands-on experience designing, building, and promoting roadway safety resources.

Work tasks:

  • Design, create, and update content for outreach materials, training resources, web page content, etc

  • writing, editing, basic design, photos/video, and graphics

  • Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather and organize content

  • Translate technical and/or complex information into clear, engaging learning experiences for non-technical audiences

  • Support a variety of bureau initiatives using your graphic design and communication skills

  • Participate in project meetings and contribute creative ideas to enhance outreach materials

  • Attend team meetings, events, and occasional outreach activities

Preferred background:

  • Preferred majors/coursework include, but are not limited to: Advertising, Business, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or Graphic Design
  • Ability to understand technical content and creatively transform it into engaging material for non-technical audiences
  • Experience in creating graphics and photo/video content
  • Strong writing, proofreading, and editing skills with excellent attention to detail
  • Good communication, interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Currently enrolled student in a degree program at an accredited educational institution.

Employer State of Iowa

Agency 645 Iowa Department of Transportation Address 800 Lincoln Way

Ames, Iowa, 50010

Website https://iowadot.gov/careers/

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