Grand Forks County

Grand Forks County is seeking a creative and driven Marketing & Communications Intern to help share the story of local government in action.

This internship offers a hands-on opportunity to work directly with county leadership and department heads while building real-world experience in communications, marketing, and public service. The selected candidate will play a key role in developing a social media campaign that highlights the people, services, and impact of Grand Forks County.

How to Apply: A Grand Forks County application needs to be completed and submitted with a resume and cover letter to receive full consideration. DD214 is required to be submitted with the application to gain veteran preference. Applications may be obtained and/or returned in person or via mail at: 151 South 4th Street, 5th Floor North, Grand Forks, ND 58201 or by email to human.resources@gfcounty.org

Status and hours: Part-time, not benefit eligible for the fall semester. Approximately 20 hours per week with a flexible schedule to accommodate class commitments. This position is not eligible to telecommute.

Why This Internship is a Great Fit for UND Students

• Gain direct experience working with local government leaders and departments
• Build a professional portfolio with real, published content
• Apply classroom learning in communications, marketing, political science, or public administration
• Develop interviewing, storytelling, and digital media skills
• Make a meaningful impact in the Grand Forks community

Key Responsibilities

• Meet with county department heads and staff to understand services and operations
• Conduct interviews and gather content that showcases county employees and programs
• Translate complex government services into clear, engaging messaging for the public
• Develop and execute a social media campaign featuring county departments and employees
• Create written content, graphics, and short-form videos for platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn
• Assist in managing and updating county social media accounts
• Monitor engagement metrics and suggest improvements to outreach strategies
• Support additional communications efforts as needed

Qualifications

• Current student at the University of North Dakota (preferred fields: Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Political Science, Public Administration, or related)
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Ability to tell compelling stories and simplify complex topics
• Familiarity with major social media platforms
• Organized, self-motivated, and comfortable engaging with professionals
• Interest in public service or local government

Compensation & Schedule

• Hourly rate: $18.00 per hour
• Flexible schedule to accommodate class commitments
• Approximately 20 hours per week
• Duration: Fall Semester 2026

• Internship is for the 2026 Fall Semester