Senate Minority Communications Intern

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Utah Senate Minority (Democratic) Caucus is seeking a communications intern to support the caucus during the 2027 General Legislative Session. This is a hands-on opportunity for someone interested in political communications, public policy, digital media, and the legislative process to gain meaningful experience working in a fast-paced government environment. The communications intern will help develop and implement communications strategies and create written, visual, and video content for social media, the caucus website, newsletters, and other communications platforms. The ideal candidate is a strong writer, creative communicator, and self-starter who can manage multiple projects and deadlines. Communications interns are nonpartisan session staff. This position does not involve campaign work, fundraising, or election activities. RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist with developing and creating social media content across multiple platforms.
• Assist in preparing, writing, and editing weekly newsletters, blog posts, press releases, and other communications materials.
• Research, write, and edit op-eds, talking points, presentations, and other materials on a variety of policy and legislative topics.
• Photograph and document senators, committee meetings, legislative events, and Capitol activities.
• Monitor and track local and state news coverage.
• Film, edit, and produce short-form video content.
• Assist with other communications projects and tasks as needed.