Communications Intern
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Communications Intern
Salary
$16.46 Hourly
Location
Ames – 50010 – Story County, IA
Job Type
Internship
Job Number
26-03066
Agency
645 Iowa Department of Transportation
Opening Date
05/13/2026
Closing Date
6/12/2026 11:59 PM Central
LinkedIn Tag
#LI-DNP
Point of Contact
Katie Jerkins – Katie.Jerkins@iowadot.us
Job Description
Job Title:Communications Intern
Bureau/Division:Resources & Acquisitions Bureau
Location:Ames, Iowa (On-site)
Schedule:Up to 20 hours/week during the school year; up to 40 hours/week during breaks (flexible around class schedules)
Duration:Summer with option to extend into academic year
About the Role
The Communications Intern will support the Resources and Acquisitions Bureau’s Facilities team by delivering clear, timely updates that keep internal DOT customers informed about workplace modernization efforts. This includes maintaining the Workplace Modernization site and providing regular communication on bureau moves, remodel progress, space changes, and campus-wide impacts.
Key Responsibilities
+ Update the Workplace Modernization site with accurate, easy-to-follow information on remodel phases, bureau relocations, space changes, and project timelines
+ Draft concise internal communications on facility projects, closures, outages, repairs, and safety notices
+ Create updates for email, digital signage, SharePoint, and Teams channels
+ Coordinate with Resources and Acquisitions Bureau teams and leadership to verify details
+ Maintain a running log of facility-related communications
+ Assist with templates, communication schedules, and consistent messaging
Support ad-hoc needs, including move notices and wayfinding updates
Preferred Qualifications
+ Strong writing and editing skills
+ Proficient in Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Word, Teams, SharePoint)
+ Organized, collaborative, and able to manage multiple deadlines
+ Interest in facilities operations, internal communications, or public service
What You’ll Gain
+ Hands-on experience managing real-time internal communications
+ Involvement in major workplace modernization projects and bureau moves
+ Experience supporting statewide operational workflows
+ Mentorship from DOT communications and facilities leadership
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Current enrollment in a college/university program (Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, English, Marketing, Public Administration, or related field preferred)
Ability to work on site in Ames
Strong attention to detail and professionalism
Employer
State of Iowa
Agency
645 Iowa Department of Transportation
Address
800 Lincoln Way
Ames, Iowa, 50010
Website
https://iowadot.gov/careers/
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