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External Relations Intern

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Texas Workforce Commission, a dynamic state agency with 4,500 employees helping the states economy grow by connecting people with jobs, is offering internship opportunities for the summer of 2019.

TWC internships offer real-life experience in public service. Interns can gain work experience and instruction in performing a wide variety of tasks that may include working with the public or doing research. Interns assist in the performance of skilled clerical, technical or professional duties. Interns may perform entry-level administrative support or technical program assistance work depending on agency need and the interns unique skills.

TWC is seeking an Intern for its External Relations Division. The External Relations Division is made up of a diverse group of departments with a focus on external communications and dissemination of information. The division is made up of 5 departments that work collaboratively to achieve the divisions mission. These departments are Government Relations, Communications; Customer Relations; Conference Planning and Media; Strategic Outreach; and Labor Market and Career Information. This internship will work across all departments gaining valuable Communications skills.

If you are looking for a unique experience, this is a great internship for students who are looking to gain real-world experience at a great state agency with a noble public service mission. We are located in the agencys headquarters building at 101 E. 15th Street in Austin. Thats on the north lawn of the State Capitol, about four blocks south of the University of Texas.

The internship is full- or part-time and can last up to three months. The position pays $15 an hour and comes with some benefits.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Education:
  • Graduation from an accredited high school or successful completion of GED certification.
  • Proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university must be provided.
  • Continued enrollment may be required throughout the internship.
Experience:
  • No experience required.

VETERANS:
Use your military skills to qualify for this position or other jobs! Go to www.texasskillstowork.com to translate your military work experience and training courses into civilian job terms, qualifications and skill sets. Also, you can compare this position to military occupations (MOS) at the Texas State Auditor's Office by pasting this link into your browser: http://www.hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_AdministrativeSupport.pdf

HOW TO APPLY:
Complete an internship application and submit your resume at the TxInternshipChallenge.com site.

The deadline for applications is March 31, 2019. Top candidates will be invited in for interviews by April 15, 2019.The start date for this internship is May 20, 2019.