Communications Intern (MOCS Fall Intern - 3)

The Mayor's Office of Contract Services (MOCS) is a New York City oversight and service agency that manages procurement citywide, from planning and release of agency solicitations to payment of vendors. Annually, agencies procure billions in products and services from a diverse pool of vendors that represent various industries. MOCS therefore aims to ensure that the procurement process remains fair, transparent, efficient, and cost-effective.

MOCS makes it easier to do business through use of end-to-end technology tools, increases transparency by publication of enriched data and hosting public hearings, and strengthens procurement operations by providing direct assistance and resources to all stakeholders. MOCS also partners with agencies and vendors to identify areas for policy reform, resulting in ongoing process improvement to reduce administrative burdens and increase the positive impact of services on communities. The MOCS Director serves as the City Chief Procurement Officer.

MOCS team members operate in a collaborative, service-oriented environment, where flexibility and ability to achieve results are valued. All managers lead teams and lines of service, assuming increasing levels of responsibility for the agency’s success.

The Communications Unit is a branch of the Change Office division. Under the guidance and supervision of the Communications Director, the Communications Intern will assist with research, writing assignments, digital content creation, social media and constituent engagement.

The Communications Team is seeking a Communications Intern. Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
- Develop media lists
- Track media coverage and send out daily clip reports
- Conduct research on a wide range of topics
- Monitor and contribute to the agency's social media accounts
- Assist with external engagement coordination and execution
- Assist with drafting external communications
- Assist the communications team in its day-to-day operations
- Assist in archiving and cataloging digital media resource content
- Review and edit internal digital content
- Create of stock content

PREFFERED SKILLS
- Excellent writing and communications skills
- Organizational and strong writing skills required, and ability to work in a team-like environment
- Willingness to work with a growing team in a fast-paced environment
- Be a dynamic team player
- Relevant field of study or past internship experience in communications, media, web/graphic design, analytics, film, or writing for PR or digital media
- Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud, YouTube, Canva, all Social Media platforms (Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn) and Mondays.com is a plus but not required

TO APPLY
External applicants, please go to www.nyc.gov/careers/search and search for Job ID #722651
Current City Employees may apply via Employee Self Service (ESS) http://cityshare.nycnet/ess Click on Recruiting Activities/Careers and Search for Job ID #722651

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
To best serve the City we represent, Mayor’s Office of Contract Services (MOCS) seeks individuals from a variety of backgrounds who can bring different perspectives to contribute to the work of the office. MOCS also seeks candidates who want to contribute to a work environment that values teamwork, inclusion and respect.

MOCS recognizes the unique skills and strengths gained through military service. Veterans and service members of the U.S. Armed Forces are strongly encouraged to apply. Special accommodations provided to applicants with disabilities. Please contact MOCS Disability Service Facilitator at [email protected] or 212-298-0800 to request an accommodation.

COLLEGE AIDE (ALL CITY DEPTS) - 10209

For Assignment Level I:
Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school.
For Assignment Level II (Information Technology):
Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school with a specific course of study in information technology, computer science, management information systems, data processing, or closely related field, including or supplemented by 9 semester credits in an acceptable course of study.
For Assignment Level III (Information Technology Fellow):
Matriculation at an accredited college or graduate school. Employment is conditioned upon continuance as a student in a college or graduate school with a specific course of study in information technology, computer science, management information systems, data processing, or other area relevant to the information technology project(s) assigned, including or supplemented by 9 semester credits in an acceptable course of study. Appointments to this Assignment Level will be made by the Technology Steering Committee through the Department of Information Technology and Telecommunications.

SPECIAL NOTE
Maximum tenure for all Assignment Levels in the title of College Aide is 6 years. No student shall be employed more than half-time in any week in which classes in which the student is enrolled are in session. Students may be employed full-time during their vacation periods.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.