Communications Intern (oregon)

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CAUCUS OVERVIEW

Founded in 2019, the Oregon Legislature’s Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) Caucus is a bicameral body of state legislators committed to its mission of advancing racial equity initiatives and eliminating systemic oppression and racism across the state. The BIPOC Caucus envisions an Oregon that is racially diverse, dynamic, just, and equitable.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The BIPOC Caucus is seeking a Communications Intern to assist in the development and amplification of caucus communications, particularly as it relates to the BIPOC Caucus Agenda. This is an excellent opportunity for students or recent graduates to gain experience in communications and advocacy work at the state level. The Communications Intern reports to the BIPOC Caucus Policy Analyst.

The Communications Intern will work 10-15 hours per week and is expected to work in the Capitol building during the legislative session. The number of hours is negotiable depending on the intern’s schedule and caucus needs.

This internship will begin in January 2025, and is limited in duration through June 2025.

The BIPOC Caucus values lived experience and the ability to connect legislative work with community priorities across the state, especially among communities of color that have been historically excluded from the legislative process.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Pitch and create content for social media channels
• Coordinate with legislative staff to develop communication strategies for caucus priorities
• Draft press releases, statements, action alerts, and other communications
• Support communications for legislative events such as floor votes, press conferences, etc.
• Attend meetings and events to stay current on issues and actions
• Track media coverage of issues pertaining to the BIPOC Caucus
• Assist with other duties or projects as assigned by the BIPOC Caucus Policy Analyst

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• Effective written and verbal communication
• Social media platforms and etiquette
• Working directly with people from diverse, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
• Software such as Google Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, and Canva
• Work collaboratively and independently
• Pay close attention to detail
• Condense large amounts of information into an easy-to-read format
• Remain calm and flexible under pressure
• Demonstrated interest and/or commitment to racial justice and equity

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

At least 16 years old and enrolled in high school or equivalent alternative prior to commencement of internship; OR • Enrolled in an accredited college, trade school, university or other qualifying educational institution; OR • Graduated within the past year from either high school, equivalent alternative, accredited college, trade school, university, or other qualifying education institution.

TO APPLY:

• IF YOU ARE NOT A STATE EMPLOYEE: To apply for this position, follow the "Apply" link and complete the application & questions online. If this is your first time applying in our new system "Workday", you will need to create a new user profile. You can even drag and drop your resume into Workday and it will read and generate your Work History! Be sure to attach a cover letter and resume.

• CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES: Login to Workday using the Career app on your Home Page. Prior to clicking "Apply", update your employee profile to reflect your Education, Skills, and Job History (including your current job).
• Attach your current cover letter and resume. Applications submitted without both documents may not be considered.
• Please monitor your Workday account, as all communication will be sent to you through this system. You must have a valid e-mail address to apply.
• This announcement closes at 11:59 PM on the close date listed.

SPECIAL INFORMATION:

• Over the next two years, the Capitol Building will be undergoing extensive renovation and construction projects which may limit accessibility to employees. This will require Legislative employees to work both from home and within the building as the construction project dictates. While working from home, personal, stable and high-speed internet access will be required to perform the functions of this position. There may be occasions that require employees scheduled to be working from home, to report to the Capitol or an offsite building. Every effort will be made to provide reasonable notice. However, employees may be required to report to the building under short notice. The Capitol building is located at 900 Court Street NE, Salem, OR 97301.
• Oregon state government provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230, and 408.235. If you are requesting veterans' preference, you may receive an additional questionnaire in your Workday account. In order to ensure your privacy, we are asking that you complete the Veterans’ Questionnaire and attach your qualifying military documents at that time. This questionnaire will be sent to your Workday account after you submit your application. We ask that you complete the questionnaire before the application deadline; extensions may be granted if necessary and reasonable. For questions about documentation, please visit: Veterans Resources. Or call the Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs at: 1-800-692-9666.
• The work experience and/or education section of your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all the minimum and desired skills listed above.
• Work Authorization:  The Oregon State Legislature does not offer visa sponsorships. On the first day of employment, all hires will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s Form I-9, confirming authorization to work in the United States. In addition, hires will have three business days from their first day of employment to present documents that establish employment authorization and identity. The Oregon State Legislature is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.
• If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or need assistance to participate in the application process, please contact Aimee Steketee, Human Resource Analyst, at aimee.steketee@oregonlegislature.gov or (503) 986-1373.
• The Oregon State Legislature is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to Workforce Diversity.