Clay County Missouri Human Resources ยท 7 hours ago
Intern - Marketing & Communications
Smithville, MO, US
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$15/hr - $15/hrClay County Missouri Human Resources is seeking a creative and motivated Communications & Marketing Intern to support public outreach, marketing initiatives, and community engagement for their parks, recreational programs, and historic sites. The intern will assist with digital content creation, social media management, event promotion, and storytelling that highlights the natural, cultural, and historic assets of Clay County.
Responsibilities
Create and schedule engaging content for social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X, etc.)
Capture and edit photos and short videos of parks, programs, facilities, and events
Monitor social media activity, respond to comments/messages, and track engagement metrics
Assist in the development of flyers, brochures, newsletters, and other promotional materials
Support email marketing campaigns and website content updates
Help promote seasonal events, recreational programs, and historic site tours
Draft press releases, blog posts, and feature stories that highlight park initiatives and community impact
Attend and support community events, special programs, and volunteer activities
Assist with outreach to partners, volunteers, schools, and local organizations
Conduct research on marketing trends, audience engagement, and regional recreation opportunities
Help maintain media archives, photo libraries, and content calendars
Provide general administrative support to the Communications and Parks teams
Qualification
Required
Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, digital media, recreation management, or a related field
Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
Working knowledge of social media platforms and digital content strategies
Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines
Passion for parks, outdoor recreation, history, or community engagement
Preferred
Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar design tools
Photography/videography skills a plus
Benefits
Hands-on experience in public-sector marketing and communications in parks and recreation.
Portfolio-building opportunities with real-world content and campaigns.
Networking with parks professionals, local government staff, and community partners.
Opportunities to learn about the management and preservation of parks and historic sites.
Company
Clay County Missouri Human Resources
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase