April 11, 2008...12:43 pm
Department of Children and Families - Regional Communications
- Currently accepting applications
- Available: summer 2008
- Details: 15 hours per week; unpaid
- Supervisor: Ms. Pat Smith, Regional Communications Manager, DCF - 850-922-0408 ext. 1043 or 850-322-5577, pat_smith@dcf.state.fl.us
About the organization:
The Florida Department of Children and Families seeks to protect the vulnerable, promote strong and economically self-sufficient families and advance personal and family recovery and resiliency. They accomplish this mission through programs such as the Abuse Hotline, Adoption, Adult Services, Child Abuse Prevention, Child Care, Community-Based Care, Economic Services, Family Safety, Foster Care, Mental Health Services programs to strengthen families. The vision of the organization is to be recognized as a world class social services system, delivering valued services to our customers. They are committed to providing the highest level and quality of service possible. For more information, read the Strategic Plan 2006-2009.
Communications Internship:
The intern will assist the regional communications manager with drafting departmental communication materials including but not limited to press releases, media advisories and regional newsletters. The intern will also be involved in event planning and developing the annual regional calendar of events for Circuits 1, 2 and 14.
The successful applicant will meet the following qualifications:
- Enrollment in a Mass Communications degree program or MBA program
- Coursework in marketing and/or communication
- Experience in public relations helpful, but not required
- Ability to work with a variety of stakeholders including employees, customers and administration
- Excellent written and oral communication skills. Specific experience writing newsletters helpful
- Must be bright, creative, energetic and self-motivated
How to apply:
Please submit a cover letter and resume as soon as possible by email to Ms. Pat Smith at pat_smith@dcf.state.fl.us or call (850) 922-0408 ext.1043 for consideration.
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