Marketing & Communications Graduate Intern – Energy Department | The City of San José | San Jose, CA
The Energy Department is looking to fill two (2) Part-Time Marketing and Communications Graduate Student Intern (Unclassified) position.
The Marketing and Communications Intern’s primary responsibility will be to assist SJCE with day-to-day communications and improving customer experiences. Projects could include:
- Help maintain and expand SJCE’s program webpages (electric vehicles, solar and storage, electric homes, etc.)
- Assist with developing online tools to help customers navigate the electric vehicles, home electrification, and rooftop solar and increase adoption.
- Write clear and engaging content for web pages, blogs, articles, emails, social media and marketing materials.
- Research, coordinate, and attend community events to increase awareness of SJCE programs and services, particularly in diverse communities. Pitch community events for the marketing team to attend, prepare collateral and materials for events, and conduct outreach at events. The intern may be asked to develop an interactive game or activity for SJCE’s event booth.
- Organize SJCE’s marketing collateral and develop a library of materials that is visible and accessible for department staff and the public.
- Assist with noticing for SJCE programs and improve and streamline processes. This includes drafting letters and emails, developing and refining key messaging, and reviewing data to measure the effectiveness of communications.
- Become a cheerleader for SJCE and CCAs! Connect with colleagues in the field and develop an understanding of industry trends and initiatives.
Additionally, this intern will help support SJCE’s ongoing work, including attending meetings, developing marketing collateral, and collecting and analyzing data to improve customer experiences.
Pay: Graduate Student Intern: $20.52-$30.30 per hour (unclassified, unbenefited)
This salary range includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable compensation. The actual salary will be determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Work Schedule: During the academic year, interns are recommended to work 24-40 hours per week, with schedules determined collaboratively between the hiring manager and the intern based on student availability and project needs. During summer and winter breaks, interns may work up to 40 hours per week.
