Communications Intern (Governor's Office) (College)

THE POSITION

Are you an undergraduate or graduate-level student interested in communications, media relations, writing, and media monitoring? If so, join our Office of Communications, where you have the opportunity to gain hands-on communications experience working within Pennsylvania's Office of the Governor. Our office works with newspapers and media outlets across the state to tell the story of the Shapiro Administration and the work every department does to make a difference in the lives of Pennsylvanians. Apply today to gain valuable skills and unlock future career possibilities as a Communications Intern!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

The Office of Communications is charged with leading the Governor's communications strategy and telling the story of the Shapiro Administration - from making state government work for Pennsylvanians, to creating economic opportunity for all, to making Pennsylvania communities safer. As a Communications Intern, you will have the opportunity to gain experience in all areas of communications and media relations. Work involves helping track media inquiries, monitoring news coverage, as well as writing media advisories and press releases.

This internship gives you a chance to develop expertise within our internal departments that will set you up for success in your communications career!

Work Schedule and Additional Information :

• Part-time internship, 20 hours per week, January 2026 through May 2026
• Work hours are flexible within the hours of 9 : 00 AM to 6 : 00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework : You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) 1 day per week. In-person reporting is required on all other days. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
• Salary : In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam / junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.