Administrative Intern I - Communications at Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles

About the role

Under the general direction of a departmental supervisor, assists in the administration and implementation of departmental policies, procedures, and programs. This classification is intended to provide broad exposure to organizational operations; specific duties will vary between departments. The employee receives assignments from the supervisor, who defines objectives, priorities, and deadlines, and assists with unusual situations that do not have clear precedents.

This is a temporary assignment, not to exceed 1,000 hours. Applications are valid for one (1) year from submittal date.

Responsibilities

• Performs research on departmental concerns; gathers and analyzes data; prepares and updates reports and correspondence.
• Assists in the preparation and submission of grant applications, requests for proposals, and related materials.
• Assists in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures; interprets departmental rules and regulations.
• Performs liaison with other departments and agencies to gather and disseminate information.
• Develops and maintains departmental databases, records, and documentation; completes, types, copies, and files standardized documents; informs supervisor of policy and procedural activities.
• Supports communications activities, including social media management, content creation, digital communications, graphic design (using Canva), event coordination, video editing, and event photography.
• Assists with drafting press releases, briefing papers, and compiling media reports.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current enrollment or graduation from an accredited junior college or four-year university with an associate or bachelor’s degree in business or public administration or a closely related field (degree may be in progress).
• One (1) year of experience in providing research and analysis assistance, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Valid California Class C Driver's License.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate or graduate students in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
• Experience in social media management, content creation, and digital communications.
• Experience in graphic design, particularly using Canva for creating social media graphics, flyers, and marketing materials.
• Experience supporting event coordination, including press events and community-facing activities.
• Experience in video editing for social media and event photography.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for assistance with drafting press releases and briefing papers.
• Experience tracking media coverage and compiling media reports.

Hiring Information

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment evaluation, which includes: a post-offer medical examination (includes drug and alcohol screening), criminal records check, employment history and education verification, and documentation of the right to work in the United States.