Student Intern, Digital Communications & Community Engagement (Part-Time) – Public Works

Job Description:

Student Intern, Digital Communications & Community Engagement (Part-Time) – Public Works

Description

Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San José, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San José employees work together as one team to make San José a vibrant, innovative, and desirable place to live and work. Visit here to learn more about our One Team Leadership Values and Expectations, including quality and excellent customer service and here to learn more about San José.

The City of San José is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of San José is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 408-535-1285, 711 (TTY) , or via email at CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov .

About the Department

The City of San José, the Capital of Silicon Valley, is one of the nation's best managed cities in which to live, work, and do business. Moreover, San José is the center of cultural, government and economic activity for the region. The employees of the City of San José have embraced the following values: Integrity, Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Respect and Celebration. The City's Department of Public Works (DPW) is seeking an individual whose values align with the values of the City's employees.

The Department of Public Works is responsible for delivering capital improvement projects for a wide variety of City facilities and infrastructure, maintaining City facilities and fleet assets, facilitating and regulating development activities, and providing animal care and services.

Position Duties

San Jose Animal Care Services, a division in the Public Works Department, is currently seeking to hire one (1) part-time Digital Communications & Community Engagement Student Intern to perform duties associated with high-quality outreach that supports animal adoptions, community engagement, and public awareness of shelter programs.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Plan, create, and schedule engaging content across social media platforms, including graphics, photos, written copy, and short-form video/reels to promote shelter pets, programs, and services.
• Manage and maintain the social media content calendar, ensuring brand compliance and alignment with ACS social strategies.
• Organize and maintain digital photo and video libraries, implementing a practical tagging and metadata system for easy access and retrieval.
• Support website content development and digital outreach, including keeping the public-facing events calendar up to date.
• Oversee the Tails & Trails program's digital presence by managing volunteer-submitted content and maintaining a consistent posting schedule to increase pet visibility and adoption rates.
• Track social media engagement metrics and trends, providing data-informed recommendations to improve reach and community impact; support efforts to grow partnerships with SJFC, SJC, and SJ Library.
• Assist with planning, promotion, and on-site support for community events, public meetings, and outreach activities, including RSVP coordination and attendee engagement.

The salary range for this classification is $15.86- $22.65 hourly. This includes an approximate five percent (5%) ongoing non-pensionable pay. The actual salary shall be determined by the final candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Any combination equivalent to completion of high school and current enrollment in an accredited college or university in undergraduate or graduate program.

Required Licensing: Possession of a valid driver's license authorizing operation of a motor vehicle in the State of California may be required in performing job duties.

Other Qualifications

The Student Intern is also expected to possess the following additional qualifications and key abilities:

• Knowledge and ability to use computers and related applications.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with others.
• Ability to carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

SELECTION PROCESS:

The selection process will consist of an evaluation of the applicant's training and experience based on the application and responses to all the job specific questions. You must answer all questions to be considered, or your application may be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses. Only those candidates whose backgrounds best match the position will be invited to proceed in the selection process. Additional phases of the selection process will consist of one or more interviews.

If you have questions about the duties of these positions or the selection and hiring process, please contact Britney Mesa at britney.mesa@sanjosec.gov.

Additional Information:

Employment Eligibility: Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of San Jose will NOT sponsor, represent or sign any documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1-B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.

You must answer all job-specific questions to be considered for this vacancy or your application will be deemed incomplete and withheld from further consideration. Applicants are expected to write their own essays/responses.

Please note that applications are currently not accepted through CalOpps or any other third party job board application system.

This recruitment may be used to fill multiple positions in this, or other divisions or departments. If you are interested in employment in this classification, you should apply to ensure you are considered for additional opportunities that may utilize the applicants from this recruitment.

Please allow adequate time to complete the application and submit before the deadline or the system may not save your application. If your online application was successfully submitted, you will receive an automatic confirmation email to the email address you provided. IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE THE CONFIRMATION, please email CityCareers@sanjoseca.gov and we will research the status of your application.

AI and the Hiring Process

We recognize that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming part of daily life and can be a valuable tool for learning, research, and professional growth. We encourage candidates to use AI responsibly as a support in preparing application materials, live assessments, and interviews. However, we value authenticity, accuracy and truthfulness. Application responses and interview answers must reflect your own knowledge, skills, and experiences. While AI can supplement preparation, it cannot replace the originality and judgment we look for in our employees. This ensures fairness, transparency, and equity for all applicants in the hiring process.

Part-time positions(less than 40 hours per week) are required to participate in the City’s PTC 457 Deferred Compensation Plan per Federal regulations. Employees are required to contribute 3.75% of gross earning and the City contributes a matching amount of 3.75%. The funds contributed by the City are 100% vested upon initial deferral and will be held in a stability of principal investment. This plan is in lieu of social security and does not include any healthcare benefits or contributions.

Part-time employees may elect to contribute additional retirement savings through the City’s Voluntary 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Additional Information on both plans can be found on the City’s website.

Closing Date/Time: 5/27/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$15.86 - $22.65 Hourly