Transit Communications Intern (PT Internship)

Transit Communications Intern (PT Internship)

Salary

$15.16 - $19.55 Hourly

Location

Public Works - City of Colorado Springs, CO

Job Type

Internship

Job Number

S18447

Division

Public Works

Department

Transit

Opening Date

10/20/2026

Closing Date

11/3/2026 3:00 PM Mountain

FLSA

Non-Exempt

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Description / Position Overview

Transit Communications Intern (PT Internship)

Want real world experience that makes an impact in your community? The City of Colorado Springs is looking for a Communications Intern to join the Mountain Metropolitan Transit (MMT) team. This is a flexible, hands on role perfect for students ready to jump into creative projects and learn on the job. Normal work week is Monday through Friday with some weekend hours. Hours will be flexible averaging from 10 to 20 hours per week.

This is a seasonal (at-will) position with benefits limited to those required by applicable state and federal laws, which include Workers Compensation, Medicare, Unemployment Insurance, and PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association).

As a PT Intern, you will:

• Write, produce, record and edit videos for web and social media
• Create unique and engaging graphics
• Assist with website updates and social media content
• Support MMT events, including some weekends
• Help with additional projects
• Other duties as assigned

We are looking for candidates who demonstrate:

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite, and Canva
• Creativity and a strong eye for design
• Dependability and attention to detail
• Great communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to juggle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
• A collaborative mindset

Minimum Qualifications

We value a diverse range of qualifications and experiences. Our organization views each year of further education as equivalent to each year of relevant work experience, and each year of additional relevant work experience as equivalent to each year of required education.

• Current full time junior, senior or graduate student in Journalism, Communications, Public Administration or a related field
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are not required, but they are considered desirable. If you possess any of the preferred qualifications, please include specific details in your application. This information may be used to identify a top group of applicants.

• Interest in the City of Colorado Springs and a passion for public transportation
• A creative thinker who can turn bold and fun ideas into clear, compelling visuals that connect with the community

Additional Information

Please contact Katie McLaughlin at katie.mclaughlin@coloradosprings.gov for any questions about this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Colorado Springs is committed to a welcoming culture that values our employees unique individual qualities and fosters a welcoming environment where people want to be

The City of Colorado Springs offers additional compensation depending on the position, area of assignment, and specific job assignments, including shift differential, pay differential, acting or lead, special assignment, hazard pay, longevity, cell phone allowance, uniform allowance, relocation, awards, standby, call out, compensatory time off, tuition, overtime, extra duty, incentive, holiday premium, proficiency, and vacation sell back.

NOTE: This job announcement is not intended to include a complete listing of all responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the position.

The City does not sponsor applicants for work visas of any kind (including but not limited to F-1, H-1B or TN visas). Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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This is a seasonal (at will) position with benefits limited to those required by applicable state and federal laws, which include Workers Compensation, Medicare, Unemployment Insurance, and PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association).

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Will you be a current junior, senior, or graduate student at the time of this internship?

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• No

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Please describe your degree program(s), providing specific examples of relevant class work you have completed. Enter N/A if this does not apply.

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How will this internship help you work toward your academic and career goals? What would you like to get out of this experience?

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Employer City of Colorado Springs

Address 30 South Nevada Avenue, Suite 301

Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80903

Phone (719) 385-5125

Website http://www.coloradosprings.gov