Office of Public Information, Communications & Marketing Intern
State of Ohio, Columbus, OH, United States
Job Description - Office of Public Information, Communications & Marketing Intern (260001JL)
Office of Public Information, Communications & Marketing Intern (260001JL)
Organization Supreme Court of Ohio
Agency Contact Name and Information: Office of Human Resources, recruiting@sc.ohio.gov
Unposting Date Mar 15, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location Ohio Judicial Center 65 South Front Street Columbus 43215
Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation: Unpaid
Schedule Full-time
Union: Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill Internship
Technical Skills: Interviewing, Internship
Agency Overview The Supreme Court of Ohio is seeking
two Intern positions
in the Public Information Office. The Public Information Intern supports the Office of Public Information by creating and supporting engaging communications across multiple platforms that inform the public and the legal community.
Job Description What You'll Do:
Cross-Platform Communications:
Support communications campaigns and initiatives across the Supreme Court website and the internal Center Source site. Collaborate with staff across multiple offices to help share clear, accurate, and timely information.
Content Development:
Research, interview, write, and edit stories for a wide and diverse audience. Projects may include: feature profiles of judges, coverage of Supreme Court events and initiatives, stories from courts and the judiciary across Ohio, and clear engaging summaries of court cases and decisions written for non legal audiences.
Event & Program Planning:
Assist with planning and logistics for off site court events and programs, gaining behind the scenes experience in public sector event coordination.
Research & Media Analysis:
Conduct research on media markets, geographic coverage areas, and other fact finding projects that support communications strategy and outreach efforts.
STAFF SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Why Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications What we're looking for…
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Undergraduate or graduate. Experience writing in a variety of formats (media release, magazine style, news article, social media, website, internal communication) for a variety of audiences is a plus. All styles will be coached during the externship. Excel experience preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position operates in an office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment, including but not limited to computers and phones. The employee may be required to move about the office and building. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly be required to communicate and exchange information, including but not limited to research and writing.
COURT EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYEE
Employees may be regularly exposed to sensitive information, and the employee is expected to keep any such information strictly confidential. In completing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the Court expects the employee will:
Adhere to all Court policies, guidelines, practices, and procedures
Act as a role model both inside and outside the Court
Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others
Work to maintain constructive working relationships
Maintain a positive and respectful approach with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Court
Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management, prioritize workload, and perform duties in a timely, accurate and thorough manner
Communicate regularly with the employees’ supervisors about work‑related issues and
Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
Supplemental Information Supplemental Information:
This internship is designed to be part-time (270 hours maximum) beginning after May 1, 2026, and ending before September 1, 2026. Applicants must have the ability to schedule most on‑site hours in Columbus between 8:00 am – 5:00 pm weekdays (scheduling is flexible within these hours). If your university program offers credit for internships, we will try to tailor the internship to the length/hours desired. The position is unpaid and therefore will not be eligible for benefits.
Application Process Formal consideration of interested applicants responding to this job announcement will begin on March 16, 2026. To be considered for this position, candidates must apply online at www.careers.ohio.gov or deliver an application by March 15, and attach all of the following:
Resume
Cover letter
Writing sample
Only completed applications will be considered. Interviews will be scheduled as soon as practical. We will contact you if you are selected for an interview. Please note: an editing test will be administered as part of the interview process. Additional details are available to candidates interested in applying, by contacting the Office of Human Resources – Recruiting at recruiting@sc.ohio.gov .
At‑Will Employment The Supreme Court of Ohio is an at‑will employer that seeks to attract, employ, and retain highly skilled and motivated individuals, attempts to maintain staff continuity for the efficiency of its operation, and desires to foster and maintain an ethical, professional, and impartial work environment. Pursuant to Adm. P. 4 (At‑Will Employment), no person shall be offered or denied a position of employment with the Court, and no employee shall have the employee's employment terminated based solely upon political party affiliation, political activity permitted under Adm. P. 17 (Employee Code of Ethics), or other partisan considerations. Further, no employee shall have the employee's employment terminated with or without cause unless upon the concurrence of a majority of the Court.
The Supreme Court of Ohio is an equal employment opportunity employer that supports an alcohol and drug‑free, and a weapons and violence free, work environment.
Background Check Information The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
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Office of Public Information, Communications & Marketing Intern (260001JL)
Organization Supreme Court of Ohio
Agency Contact Name and Information: Office of Human Resources, recruiting@sc.ohio.gov
Unposting Date Mar 15, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location Ohio Judicial Center 65 South Front Street Columbus 43215
Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation: Unpaid
Schedule Full-time
Union: Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill Internship
Technical Skills: Interviewing, Internship
Agency Overview The Supreme Court of Ohio is seeking
two Intern positions
in the Public Information Office. The Public Information Intern supports the Office of Public Information by creating and supporting engaging communications across multiple platforms that inform the public and the legal community.
Job Description What You'll Do:
Cross-Platform Communications:
Support communications campaigns and initiatives across the Supreme Court website and the internal Center Source site. Collaborate with staff across multiple offices to help share clear, accurate, and timely information.
Content Development:
Research, interview, write, and edit stories for a wide and diverse audience. Projects may include: feature profiles of judges, coverage of Supreme Court events and initiatives, stories from courts and the judiciary across Ohio, and clear engaging summaries of court cases and decisions written for non legal audiences.
Event & Program Planning:
Assist with planning and logistics for off site court events and programs, gaining behind the scenes experience in public sector event coordination.
Research & Media Analysis:
Conduct research on media markets, geographic coverage areas, and other fact finding projects that support communications strategy and outreach efforts.
STAFF SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Why Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
Qualifications What we're looking for…
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Undergraduate or graduate. Experience writing in a variety of formats (media release, magazine style, news article, social media, website, internal communication) for a variety of audiences is a plus. All styles will be coached during the externship. Excel experience preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position operates in an office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment, including but not limited to computers and phones. The employee may be required to move about the office and building. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly be required to communicate and exchange information, including but not limited to research and writing.
COURT EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYEE
Employees may be regularly exposed to sensitive information, and the employee is expected to keep any such information strictly confidential. In completing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the Court expects the employee will:
Adhere to all Court policies, guidelines, practices, and procedures
Act as a role model both inside and outside the Court
Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others
Work to maintain constructive working relationships
Maintain a positive and respectful approach with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Court
Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management, prioritize workload, and perform duties in a timely, accurate and thorough manner
Communicate regularly with the employees’ supervisors about work‑related issues and
Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
Supplemental Information Supplemental Information:
This internship is designed to be part-time (270 hours maximum) beginning after May 1, 2026, and ending before September 1, 2026. Applicants must have the ability to schedule most on‑site hours in Columbus between 8:00 am – 5:00 pm weekdays (scheduling is flexible within these hours). If your university program offers credit for internships, we will try to tailor the internship to the length/hours desired. The position is unpaid and therefore will not be eligible for benefits.
Application Process Formal consideration of interested applicants responding to this job announcement will begin on March 16, 2026. To be considered for this position, candidates must apply online at www.careers.ohio.gov or deliver an application by March 15, and attach all of the following:
Resume
Cover letter
Writing sample
Only completed applications will be considered. Interviews will be scheduled as soon as practical. We will contact you if you are selected for an interview. Please note: an editing test will be administered as part of the interview process. Additional details are available to candidates interested in applying, by contacting the Office of Human Resources – Recruiting at recruiting@sc.ohio.gov .
At‑Will Employment The Supreme Court of Ohio is an at‑will employer that seeks to attract, employ, and retain highly skilled and motivated individuals, attempts to maintain staff continuity for the efficiency of its operation, and desires to foster and maintain an ethical, professional, and impartial work environment. Pursuant to Adm. P. 4 (At‑Will Employment), no person shall be offered or denied a position of employment with the Court, and no employee shall have the employee's employment terminated based solely upon political party affiliation, political activity permitted under Adm. P. 17 (Employee Code of Ethics), or other partisan considerations. Further, no employee shall have the employee's employment terminated with or without cause unless upon the concurrence of a majority of the Court.
The Supreme Court of Ohio is an equal employment opportunity employer that supports an alcohol and drug‑free, and a weapons and violence free, work environment.
Background Check Information The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
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