Communications Intern

The City Council's Black, Latino and Asian Caucus (BLAC) consists of 34 of the 51 members of the City Council. The Caucus convenes to make sure that issues of particular concern to the City's Black, Latino and Asian communities are being addressed through the legislative, oversight and budgetary powers of the City Council. The BLAC seeks a Communications Intern with an interest in public service, city government, legislation and public policy. The Internship is an excellent opportunity to learn about the inside workings of city government and gain hands-on experience working in politics, legislative organizing, and policy formation. The Intern will support the Executive Director with communications projects related to media relations and social media engagement, along with scheduling BLAC meetings with Council Members and divisions, City agencies and external partners.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Draft press statements and social media posts across Instagram, Threads, X and YouTube.

● Staff press conferences and public events, taking photos and doing live social media.

● Assist with event and meeting scheduling for BLAC staff.

● Follow key local and state issues to develop communication strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Self-starter and have the ability to work with minimal supervision.

· Must have experience in the use of Canva and Google Workspace. 

· Excellent oral and written communication skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage several projects at once.

· Currently enrolled in undergraduate studies in policy, political science, public administration, communications or other fields related to government and politics.

· Availability for at least 15 hours per week.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

New York City residency required within 90 days of appointment.

For eligible employees, health, dental and vision insurance coverage are offered upon hire. Retirement plans, deferred compensation plans, group life insurance, paid time off and paid holidays, training resources, health & fitness reimbursement and wellness programs are also available.

The New York City Council makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact EEOOfficer@council.nyc.gov.

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates should forward their resume and a cover letter to:

E-MAIL: counciljobs@council.nyc.gov

MAIL: New York City Council

Attn: Personnel Services/Recruiting (BLACCOM)

250 Broadway, 26th Floor

New York, New York 10007

FAX: (212) 401-4711

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The New York City Council is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.