CREATE. CONNECT. MAKE AN IMPACT. TURN YOUR CREATIVITY INTO COMMUNITY IMPACT WHILE GAINING HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE, LEAVE WITH A PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO. The Communications Department works to increase transparency in local government by providing timely, relevant information to residents. We collaborate with Township departments to share important news, projects, services, and events through a variety of communication channels, including the Township website, social media, digital newsletters, video, and print materials.Under the supervision of the Communications Manager, the Communications Intern will gain hands-on experience in digital communications, social media management, website content creation, video production, and media digitization. This internship offers a unique opportunity to develop practical skills while contributing to meaningful communications that serve the community.Interns will leave the program with a professional portfolio showcasing video projects, social media campaigns, written content, and other communications materials. They will also gain valuable experience in scriptwriting, on-camera presentation, video production, and digital storytelling. Previous experience is helpful but not required.Job Duties:Collaborate with staff to develop new ideas, strategies, and tools for Township communications and public engagement.Assist with live television coverage of Meridian Township Board meetings.Produce videos using Sony DSLR cameras and edit content using Adobe Premiere Pro.Create content for Meridian Township's website and social media platforms.Assist with the development and distribution of digital newsletters.Digitize DVDs, VHS tapes, Betamax tapes, and other media formats as part of the Township's digitization project.Enter and manage metadata for newly digitized media.The Communications Intern will work approximately 12 hours per week, including two 4-hour daytime shifts and select evening hours assisting with live televised meetings. This internship will be in-person at the Meridian Township Municipal Building (5151 Marsh Road, Okemos). At times, interns will be required to film off-site, so reliable transportation is required to fulfill assignments. Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Minimum Qualifications:The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and minimum qualifications necessary to perform the essential functions of the position. A qualified individual with a disability must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.Currently pursuing a college degree, preferably in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, Broadcasting, or a related field.Previous internship, volunteer, or related experience in communications, media, or broadcasting is preferred but not required.Interest in pursuing a career in communications, video production, journalism, public relations, marketing, or social media.Basic computer proficiency required. Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Cloud, and Canva is preferred but not required.Valid Michigan driver's license.Ability to work occasional evening hours. Physical Demands and Work Environment:The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear, communicate with others, and view and produce written documents. The employee frequently is required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items of light weight and occasionally items of moderate or heavy weight.While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a business office setting and often works in the studio or in the field for production. The employee may occasionally be exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet but can occasionally be loud in the field.