Communications College Intern (PN 20082321)

Job Description - Communications College Intern (PN 20082321) (26000558)

Communications College Intern (PN 20082321) (26000558)

Organization
Developmental Disabilities - Central Office

Agency Contact
Jacob Lowry - jacob.lowry@dodd.ohio.gov

Unposting Date
Jul 25, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location
James A Rhodes Office Tower 12 30 East Broad Street 12th Floor Columbus 43215

Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation
Starting at $20/hour

Schedule
Part-time

Work Hours: 15-20 hours per week

Union: Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill
Internship

Technical Skills: Visual Design, Communications, Graphic Arts, Web Design

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Creativity, Teamwork, Written Communication

Agency Overview
Join Our Team!

The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) mission is to partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life.

Ohio is the heart of opportunity, and we envision Ohio as the best place in the nation for people with developmental disabilities to thrive. Our core values reflect our focus on the experience of each person we support:

Inclusion

Partnership

Respect

The Division of Human Resources provides quality services to attract, motivate, manage and retain a diverse and competent workforce. The division emphasizes customer service based on consultation and communication with the DODD workforce in order for the agency to more effectively carry out its mission and values.

What You’ll Do

Prepare public relations materials such as newsletters and fact sheets

Assist with creating and scheduling social media content, designing graphics and other materials

Develop questions, interview content, and write for written pieces

Assist on video shoots and take event photos; assist with website updates and edits

Help maintain distribution lists and communication channels

Attend meetings and take notes when needed

Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the internship

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. 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) and 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
Minimum Qualifications

Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university.

Preferred Qualifications

Currently pursuing a degree program related to Communications, Marketing, or Business

Experienced in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, & PowerPoint)

Experience with social media is a plus

Supplemental Information
No additional materials will be accepted after the closing date; in addition, you must clearly demonstrate how you meet minimum qualifications.

Background Check
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123-2-02, “Background Investigations for Employment,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Developmental Disabilities.

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.

Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana
on‑medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy (HR‑39), and as outlined in the posting.

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