Communications – Public Engagement Intern

Buncombe County Government

Intern assisting with social media and content creation in the Communications and Public Engagement department. Focusing on creative content projects for various social media platforms.

Posted 7/17/2026internshipAsheville • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesEntry Level💰 $15 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in content creation, graphic design, and social media engagement, utilizing tools like Adobe Creative Suite and Canva to produce compelling visual and video content. Capable of analyzing digital campaign effectiveness to enhance communication strategies.

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Content CreationGraphic DesignSocial Media EngagementAdobe Creative SuiteVideo Editing

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Hard Skills

Content CreationGraphic DesignVideo EditingDigital Campaign Analysis

Soft Skills

CollaborationCreativityCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Adobe Creative SuiteCanvaSocial Media Platforms

Industry Keywords

CommunicationsPublic RelationsMarketing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides entry- to intermediate-level content creation services, under supervision of County Creative Services staff, as appropriate to the day-to-day operating objectives of the Communications and Public Engagement department.
Participates in planning, design/filming, editing, and publishing of creative content projects aligned to the needs of the organization.
Interacts directly with colleagues and/or other internal or external departments in development of engaging content published across various social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
Generates new ideas and concepts for graphic design and video content that resonate with Buncombe County residents and visitors.
Receives guidance, training, and mentoring from the Creative Services Team in planning and carrying out activities and assignments.
Uses analytics to measure effectiveness of digital campaigns.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in Communications, Graphic Design, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field.
Experience with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, Canva or other visual and video editing software.
Experience with Social Media preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Buncombe County offers in-office, hybrid, and remote positions.