Social Media Content Creation Intern

Expires on May 31, 2026

The High Point Police Department is seeking a creative and motivated intern to support the department’s public information and community engagement efforts through content creation and social media. This role offers a unique opportunity to highlight the department’s officers, promote public safety initiatives and strengthen connections with the community through digital platforms.

The intern will work with the department’s police communications specialist to develop engaging content and manage social media channels, while gaining hands‑on experience in government communications.

Key Responsibilities

Create engaging and informative content for social media platforms, including photos, graphics, and short‑form videos.

Capture photos and videos at department events, ceremonies, and community outreach activities.

Highlight community events, partnerships, and public safety initiatives.

Showcase work and stories of officers and employees in a respectful and professional manner.

Identify trends and suggest strategies to improve engagement.

Provide support on special projects, as needed.

Qualifications
Required

Current enrollment in a program in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field.

Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.

Familiarity with major social media platforms and trends.

Ability to exercise professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

Successful completion of background check.

Preferred

Experience with design tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.

Basic photography and/or video editing skills.

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and portfolio or examples of relevant work. Applications should be sent to victoria.ruvio@highpointnc.gov no later than May 20th, 2026.

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